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Eastbury Manor House, Barking, London, England – Candlelit Tours
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:30 am | No Comment
Eastbury Manor House, Barking, London, England – Candlelit Tours

[ February 26, 2013; 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ] Enjoy a candlelit tour of Eastbury Manor.Join a knowledgeable NT volunteer on an atmospheric guided evening tour of the house, the place where the Gunpowder plot was conceived. Tea or coffee on arrival.Eastbury Manor House, Barking, London, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Eastbury Manor House, Barking, London, England
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Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England – Lecture Lunch – Bristish Divers Marine Life Rescues
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:30 am | No Comment
Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England – Lecture Lunch – Bristish Divers Marine Life Rescues

[ February 26, 2013; 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. ] David Jarvis talks us through some of the significant rescues and incidents around the Cornish coast involving marine wildlife. Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England
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Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England – Lecture lunch, vintage fashion
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:30 am | No Comment
Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England – Lecture lunch, vintage fashion

[ February 26, 2013; 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Take at look at vintage fashion, see items from the collection and find out why certain items of clothing remain timeless objects of desire. A talk from the costume curator at Killerton, Shelly Tobin. Includes two-course lunch. Killerton, Exeter, Devon, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England
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Fenton House and Garden, Hampstead, London, England – Garden Sneek Peak
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:30 am | No Comment
Fenton House and Garden, Hampstead, London, England – Garden Sneek Peak

[ February 26, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Meet with our HeadGardener, the week before we open to the general public, ask him what hes been up to all winter, and find out about his future plans. Have you ever wondered how we keep the garden at Fenton House lookign so beuatiful? This is your chance to have the main man all to [...]

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Belton House, Grantham, Lincolnshire, England – Studio Art Workshop: Winter Woodlands & Landscapes
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:30 am | No Comment
Belton House, Grantham, Lincolnshire, England – Studio Art Workshop: Winter Woodlands & Landscapes

[ February 26, 2013; 9:45 am to 4:00 pm. ] Create your own work reflecting a landscape familiar to Jane Austen. A winding woodland path in snow: a country church in late winter sunshine amidst a frosty landscape. Some basic materials supplied and coffee and a light lunch are included.Belton House, Grantham, Lincolnshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Belton House, Grantham, Lincolnshire, England
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Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:42 pm | No Comment
Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks

[ February 26, 2013; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Get Fossilling on the Jurassic Coast! Come and join in with one of our famous Fossil Walks along this historic stretch of Dorset coast with Lyme Regis Museum Geologist Paddy Howe and Marine Biologist Chris Andrew.Lyme Regis, West Dorset, Englandhttp://www.lymeregismuseum.co.uk/whats-on/fossil-walksLyme Regis, West Dorset, England
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Clifton, Bristol, England – Clifton Rocks Railway
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Clifton, Bristol, England – Clifton Rocks Railway

[ February 26, 2013; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Constructed with great difficulty inside the cliffs of the Avon Gorge, this funicular railway operated for 40 years. Enjoy exclusive access and see this remarkable feet of Victorian engineering. Hard hats and High vis. jackets provided! Clifton, Bristol, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukClifton, Bristol, England
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Easton Walled gardens, Lincolnshire – Snowdrop Week
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:32 pm | No Comment
Easton Walled gardens, Lincolnshire – Snowdrop Week

[ February 26, 2012; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] 1/3 off ticket price for RHS Members during snowdrop week. Free talks will take place 12.30 and 2.30. Easton Walled gardens, Lincolnshirehttp://apps.rhs.org.uk/rhseventfinder/Search.aspxEaston Walled gardens, Lincolnshire

Burnham Nurseries, NEWTON ABBOT – Welcome to the World of Orchids – With Lunch
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:32 pm | No Comment
Burnham Nurseries, NEWTON ABBOT – Welcome to the World of Orchids – With Lunch

[ February 26, 2012; 10:30 am to 3:00 pm. ] Join award-winning nursery owner Sara Rittershausen for a full day orchid workshop, including an introduction to orchids, basic care, hands-on potting and a guided tour of areas of the nursery not normally open to the public. Includes lunch. This event also takes place on the 2th September 2012. Burnham Nurseries, NEWTON ABBOThttp://apps.rhs.org.uk/rhseventfinder/Search.aspxBurnham Nurseries, NEWTON ABBOT

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The Dorothy Clive Garden, MARKET DRAYTON – Orchids For Beginners
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:32 pm | No Comment
The Dorothy Clive Garden, MARKET DRAYTON – Orchids For Beginners

[ February 26, 2012; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Visit The Dorothy Clive Garden for a one-off special workshop and hands-on practical to gain invaluable tips from the experts on how to grow and maintain beautiful orchids. Perfect for beginners. A similar event tailored for intermediate gardeners is available on the 26th February 2012. The Dorothy Clive Garden, MARKET DRAYTONhttp://apps.rhs.org.uk/rhseventfinder/Search.aspxThe Dorothy Clive Garden, MARKET [...]

ExCel, London – London Super Comic Convention
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:13 am | No Comment
ExCel, London – London Super Comic Convention

[ February 26, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] The U.K.s biggest comic convention, featuring the largest selection of U.S creators England has ever seen.ExCel, Londonhttp://www.excel-london.co.ukExCel, London

Scottish Exhibition & Conference Center(SECC), Glasgow, Scotland,United Kingdom – Model Rail Scotland
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:13 am | No Comment
Scottish Exhibition & Conference Center(SECC), Glasgow, Scotland,United Kingdom – Model Rail Scotland

[ February 26, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Model Rail Scotland 2012 will be the biggest model railway exhibition ever held in Scotland and, as always, we will have exhibitors from the length and breadth of the British Isles plus mainland Europe.Scottish Exhibition & Conference Center(SECC), Glasgow, Scotland,United Kingdomhttp://www.modelrail-scotland.co.uk/cms/index.phpScottish Exhibition & Conference Center(SECC), Glasgow, Scotland,United Kingdom

Birmingham – Down Under Live
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:13 am | No Comment
Birmingham – Down Under Live

[ February 26, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Are you wanted downunder? Do you want to emigrate to Australia or New Zealand? Come and find out how at Down Under Live; the UKs number one event for downunder.Birminghamhttp://www.downunderlive.co.uk/Birmingham

ExCel, London – The Baby Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:13 am | No Comment
ExCel, London – The Baby Show

[ February 26, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] With over 300 must have brands, The Baby Show has the widest range of baby and maternity products including food & feeding, accessories, pushchairs, nappies & wipes, toys, clothing, furniture, car seats and carriers. With exclusive show offers to save you money and the opportunity to test, compare and try before you buy, The Baby [...]

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NEC, Birmingham – The Outdoor Leisure Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:13 am | No Comment
NEC, Birmingham – The Outdoor Leisure Show

[ February 26, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] All the latest products, kit, advice and inspiration for your next adventure in the great outdoors!NEC, Birminghamhttp://www.necgroup.co.uk/whatsonNEC, Birmingham

Edinburgh – Humanity in War
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:11 am | No Comment
Edinburgh – Humanity in War

[ February 26, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Price included in admission to Edinburgh Castle. Further information on the websiteEdinburghhttp://www.nms.ac.uk/our_museums/war_museum.aspxEdinburgh

Olympia, London – The Back Pain Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:10 am | No Comment
Olympia, London – The Back Pain Show

[ February 26, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] The Back Pain Show takes place from 25-26 February at Olympia and is the only show dedicated to back pain.Olympia, Londonhttp://www.eco.co.uk/events/type/consumer/Olympia, London

Olympia, London – Who Do You Think You Are? Live
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:10 am | No Comment
Olympia, London – Who Do You Think You Are? Live

[ February 26, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Who Do You Think You Are? Live 2012 is the biggest family history event in the world, at Olympia from 24-26 February.Olympia, Londonhttp://www.eco.co.uk/events/type/consumer/Olympia, London

Cumbria – National Marmalade festival
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:08 am | No Comment
Cumbria – National Marmalade festival

[ February 26, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The first ever National Marmalade Week will take place from 25 February ? 3 March 2012 thanks to the boom in the number of people making their own marmalade.The inaugural awareness week has been created by the organisers of The World?s Original Marmalade Awards & Festival.The week will celebrate all things marmalade and will kick [...]

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Brighton – Modelworld
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:08 am | No Comment
Brighton – Modelworld

[ February 26, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Modelworld is a unique exhibition showcasing models of all types from around the country. The show is now in it?s 34?th year. Having started out as a model railway show it now encompasses so much more and has become genuinely a family model show with something for children of all ages, 1-100.A great day out [...]

Modular Knitting
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:26 pm | No Comment
Modular Knitting

[ February 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Modular knitting is a way of knitting shapes, fitting them together to make a garment or accessory. We will cover the basic techniques needed including knitting squares, joining squares, colour work, making other shapes and planning a project.Fibre and Clay11 – 13 Minshull StreetKnutsfordCheshireWA16 6HGUnited KingdomTel: 01565 652035Fax: Email: info@fibreandclay.co.uk

Lecture by Garden Designer Michele Martin
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:26 pm | No Comment
Lecture by Garden Designer Michele Martin

[ February 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Expanding Small Gardens – the Chinese Way and lecture by garden designer Michele Martin.Tatton ParkKnutsfordCheshireWA16 6QNUnited KingdomTel: 0161 980 4561Fax: Email: ericanw@yahoo.co.uk

Comedy Night
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:25 pm | No Comment
Comedy Night

[ February 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A nightful of laughs with a mixture of comedians including MC – Alex Boardman, Phil Nichol, Chris Stokes and Chris Cairns.The Laugh InnStation RoadChesterCheshireCH1 3NTUnited KingdomTel: Fax: Email: info@thelaughinnchester.co.uk

Cheshire’s Young Talented Chef and Young Host Evening
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:25 pm | No Comment
Cheshire’s Young Talented Chef and Young Host Evening

[ February 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Heres your chance to enjoy one of Chester & Cheshires talented young chefs and hosts yourself!Stanneylands HotelStanneylands RoadWilmslowCheshireSK9 4EYUnited KingdomTel: 01625 525225Fax: 01625 537282Email: sales@stanneylandshotel.co.uk

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Nestbox Making for Birds and Bugs
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:17 pm | No Comment
Nestbox Making for Birds and Bugs

[ February 26, 2011; 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. ] Nestbox making for birds and bugs – with local nestbox making fanatics! ?Materials supplied so come along and make a box for your garden. This event is suitable for all ages. Children must be accompanied by their parent(s) or guardian(s). ?Venue: Smithfield Market, North Street, Rhayader 10.30am-12.30pm. ?A Rhayader by nature evenRhayader, Waleshttp://www.ntopsearch.com/VisitWales/Trade/details.aspx?contentid=1127071&name=Nestbox-making-for-birds-and-bugs&industrytype=3&startdate=2011-02-02&nights=90&windowsearch=0&location=Rhayader%2c+Powys&latitude=52.3166656&longitude=-3.5&radius=99&issearchformaccommodation=False&nonavailable=TrueRhayader, Wales

The Courtyard.
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:17 pm | No Comment
The Courtyard.

[ February 26, 2011; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] The Courtyard. Taste some of Perthshires finest products from 12-4pm FREEPerth And Kinrosshttp://www.winterweek.co.uk/thingstodo.htmPerth And Kinross

Buzz Hawkins does The Bradshaws .. An all That! TTFN Tour
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:05 pm | No Comment
Buzz Hawkins does The Bradshaws .. An all That!  TTFN Tour

[ February 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Rib-cracking comedy sketches, catchy choruses and daft bits from a lifetime on the radio crammed into one bazzin show for old times sake ..Lyceum TheatreHeath StreetCreweCheshireCW1 2DAUnited KingdomTel: 01270 537333Fax: 01270 537322Email:

Pier and Queers’: A guided tour of LGBT personalities from Brighton’s past
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:04 pm | No Comment
Pier and Queers’: A guided tour of LGBT personalities from Brighton’s past

[ February 26, 2011; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Ah, dear Brighton – piers, queers and racketeers attributed to Noel CowardLong before it was known as the Gay Capital of Britain, Brighton has attracted lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered people. Some made Brighton their home, others had brief, but sometimes life-changing, stays. They helped us understand the diversity of lifestyles in the past; many [...]