The English seaside
By: Kaye | May 23, 2013 – 6:08 am | No Comment

Photographer Peter Williams celebrates the peculiar eccentricities and quintessential charms – from helter-skelters to lighthouses, pirates, palmists and Punch and Judy – of this cherished and rapidly changing English landscape

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Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, England – The Petworth Turners – Lecture and Lunch
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:36 am | No Comment
Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, England – The Petworth Turners – Lecture and Lunch

[ March 8, 2013; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] A lecture by Andrew Loukes, House and Collections Manager at Petworth, and curator of Turners Sussex and The Petworth Turners. Find out more about the twenty paintings by Turner at Petworth, the largest group of his oils displayed outside Tate Britain. Explore the hidden layers of meaning behind this extraordinary group of [...]

Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England – Trerice by Night
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:35 am | No Comment
Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England – Trerice by Night

[ March 8, 2013; 6:00 pm to 8:45 pm. ] The chiming of clocks, the coo of an owl, and the sun going down on 576 panes of glass. Absorb the atmosphere of Trerice by Night Soak up the atmosphere of the house lit by candlelight and enjoy the music of the Hammer dulcimer in the Great Chamber. See volunteers in Tudor costume in the [...]

Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, , Derbyshire, England – Upstairs, Downstairs Tour
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:34 am | No Comment
Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, , Derbyshire, England – Upstairs, Downstairs Tour

[ March 8, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Discover more about Sudbury Hall and explore the areas usually off limits in the basements and the attics and imagine how the Hall worked as a family homeSudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, , Derbyshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, , Derbyshire, England
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Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England – Waddesdon Cookery School – Cookery demonstrations
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:32 am | No Comment
Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England – Waddesdon Cookery School – Cookery demonstrations

[ March 8, 2013; 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] A Taste of Buckinghamshire Our dedicated team of chefs will share their knowledge of Buckinghamshires wonderful food heritage. We will prepare Aylesbury duck, Waddesdon Estate dame and demonstrate a fabulous selection of gourmet foods made from Buckinghamshire produce. These sessions include a two course lunch with wine, a chance to meet the team behind the [...]

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Basildon Park, Berkshire, England – Nature Walks 2013
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:29 am | No Comment
Basildon Park, Berkshire, England – Nature Walks 2013

[ March 8, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Join us for a nature walk around our magnificent parkland. These will be led by our warden or one of our wildlife volunteers. Meet the group in the stableyard.Basildon Park, Berkshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukBasildon Park, Berkshire, England
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Dyrham Park, near Bath, Somerset, England – Discover the Garden
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:26 am | No Comment
Dyrham Park, near Bath, Somerset, England – Discover the Garden

[ March 8, 2013; 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Join one of our guides for a tour of the garden and discover the story of its original development as an impressive Dutch-inspired water garden as well as finding out about its plants.Dyrham Park, near Bath, Somerset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukDyrham Park, near Bath, Somerset, England
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Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – The Coombe Valley series, an Exhibition by Rob Collins
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:37 pm | No Comment
Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – The Coombe Valley series, an Exhibition by Rob Collins

[ March 8, 2013; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Local artist Rob Collins brings his exhibition back from London to be showcased at Newark Park. This exhibition shows a series of landscapes, one painted for each week of a year, all of the same view of the Coombe Valley. The series by renowned artist Rob Collins, a local of Wotton-under-Edge, expresses the changing seasons [...]

Sizergh, near Kendal, Cumbria, England – Hawfinches at Sizergh Fridays and Saturdays in March 2013
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:20 pm | No Comment
Sizergh, near Kendal, Cumbria, England – Hawfinches at Sizergh Fridays and Saturdays in March 2013

[ March 8, 2013 8:00 am to March 9, 2013 10:00 am. ] Watch these rare visitors to Sizerghs Hornbeam trees with expert help from our ranger team. Caf open from 9amSizergh, near Kendal, Cumbria, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Sizergh, near Kendal, Cumbria, England
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Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, England – Lyme, the End of a Golden Era
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:16 pm | No Comment
Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, England – Lyme, the End of a Golden Era

[ March 8, 2013 11:00 am to March 12, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Get closer to the Edwardian story. Explore the lives of the family and the workers.Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, England
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Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England – Drop in Walk around Ilam
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:07 pm | No Comment
Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England – Drop in Walk around Ilam

[ March 8, 2013; 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. ] Enjoy one of our regular Friday drop in walks to take in the beautiful scenery at Ilam Park and in the surround area in the Peak District. Find out more about the history and local points on interest. The walk will last for approximately 2 – 2.5 hour.Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, [...]

Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England – Drop in Walk at Ilam Park
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:06 pm | No Comment
Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England – Drop in Walk at Ilam Park

[ March 8, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Enjoy one of our regular Friday drop in walks around Ilam Park The walk will last for approximately 1 hour, Take in the beautiful scenery at Ilam Park in the Peak Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England
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Pontins Prestatyn Sands Holiday Park, Prestatyn, Clwyd, Wales – Prestatyn Soul Weekender
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:43 pm | No Comment
Pontins Prestatyn Sands Holiday Park, Prestatyn, Clwyd, Wales – Prestatyn Soul Weekender

[ March 8, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Back by popular demand the widley acclaimed soul weekender returns to Prestatyn. Celebrate the best in Northern soul, Motwon,modern and crossover soul as played by many of the Uk top DjsPontins Prestatyn Sands Holiday Park, Prestatyn, Clwyd, Waleshttp://www.prestatynsoulweekender.com/Pontins Prestatyn Sands Holiday Park, Prestatyn, Clwyd, Wales
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Backstage at The Green Hotel, Kinross, Scotland, KY13 8AS, Kinross, Kinross-Shire, Scotland – Fifestock Music Festival
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:43 pm | No Comment
Backstage at The Green Hotel, Kinross, Scotland, KY13 8AS, Kinross, Kinross-Shire, Scotland – Fifestock Music Festival

[ March 8, 2013 9:00 am to March 24, 2013 6:00 pm. ] Annual Festival – Fifestock Music Festival held at Backstage at The Green Hotel, Kinross.Backstage at The Green Hotel, Kinross, Scotland, KY13 8AS, Kinross, Kinross-Shire, Scotlandhttp://www.fifestock.com/Backstage at The Green Hotel, Kinross, Scotland, KY13 8AS, Kinross, Kinross-Shire, Scotland
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Kinning Park Complex, Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland – Ladyfest Glasgow
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:43 pm | No Comment
Kinning Park Complex, Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland – Ladyfest Glasgow

[ March 8, 2013 9:00 am to March 9, 2013 6:00 pm. ] Ladyfest is coming back to Glasgow. Amazing female-dominated bands playing, supported by awesome female soundtechsKinning Park Complex, Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotlandhttp://ladyfestglasgow.com/about/Kinning Park Complex, Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland
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The Workhouse, Southwell, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, England – Women in The Workhouse exhibition
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:40 pm | No Comment
The Workhouse, Southwell, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, England – Women in The Workhouse exhibition

[ March 8, 2013 12:00 pm to March 10, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Launching on International Womens Day this fascinating exhibition charts the significant contribution made by women during The Workhouses recent past. Testimonies of a former matron, nurse, seamstress, hairdresser and inmates provide an insight in to the changing nature of workhouse life.The Workhouse, Southwell, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/The Workhouse, Southwell, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, England
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Arnos Vale Cemetery, Bristol, Bristol, England – Wonderful Women
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Arnos Vale Cemetery, Bristol, Bristol, England – Wonderful Women

[ March 8, 2013; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Join us at Arnos Vale Cemetery on international womens day to discover this Award winning site. Enjoy a guided tour and celebrate some of Bristols many wonderful women and the contributions they made to the city of Bristol, from Victorian times through to the mid 20th Century. Arnos Vale Cemetery, Bristol, Bristol, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukArnos Vale Cemetery, [...]

Bolsover Castle, Bolsover , Derbyshire, England – Capturing History – Photography Workshop
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Bolsover Castle, Bolsover , Derbyshire, England – Capturing History – Photography Workshop

[ March 8, 2013; 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. ] If you enjoy visiting historic properties with your camera, this day long workshop is just what you need! In conjunction with LINE+LIGHT, we are delighted to be able to offer a great day out photographing our stunning site Bolsover Castle. Bolsover Castle, Bolsover , Derbyshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukBolsover Castle, Bolsover , Derbyshire, England
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Goodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, England – Goodrich Castle Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Goodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, England – Goodrich Castle Guided Tour

[ March 8, 2013; 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Exclusive staff-led tour for English Heritage Members. Goodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukGoodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, England
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Dover Castle, Kent, England – Dover Castle Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Dover Castle, Kent, England – Dover Castle Guided Tour

[ March 8, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Exclusive Staff-led tours for English Heritage Members. Dover Castle, Kent, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukDover Castle, Kent, England
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Goodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, England – Goodrich Castle Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Goodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, England – Goodrich Castle Guided Tour

[ March 8, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Exclusive staff-led tour for English Heritage Members. Goodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukGoodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, England
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Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England – Kenilworth Castle Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England – Kenilworth Castle Guided Tour

[ March 8, 2013; 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Exclusive staff led tour for English Heritage Members. Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukKenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England
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Goodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, England – Spring Photo Walk
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Goodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, England – Spring Photo Walk

[ March 8, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Explore the spectacular ruins of Goodrich Castle with your camera, capturing some of the beauty of the grounds and the stunning architecture. Guiding you round will be expert architectural and landscape photographer Nick Meers. Goodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukGoodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, England
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Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England – Kenilworth Castle Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England – Kenilworth Castle Guided Tour

[ March 8, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Exclusive staff led tour for English Heritage Members. Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukKenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England
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Stonehenge, Amesbury, Wiltshire, England – Stonehenge: Up Close
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Stonehenge, Amesbury, Wiltshire, England – Stonehenge: Up Close

[ March 8, 2013; 8:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Gain a rare and fascinating insight into the famous World Heritage Site with exclusive access to the stone circle and an expert lead guided tour around the site and wider landscape. Stonehenge, Amesbury, Wiltshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukStonehenge, Amesbury, Wiltshire, England
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Witley Court and Gardens, Great Witley, Worcestershire, England – Behind the Scenes Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Witley Court and Gardens, Great Witley, Worcestershire, England – Behind the Scenes Tour

[ March 8, 2013; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Take an access all areas tour and explore parts of the court seldom open to visitors. Witley Court and Gardens, Great Witley, Worcestershire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukWitley Court and Gardens, Great Witley, Worcestershire, England
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Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, Cornwall, England – Castle Sleepovers for Adults
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, Cornwall, England – Castle Sleepovers for Adults

[ March 8, 2013 7:00 pm to March 9, 2013 10:00 am. ] Enjoy an exclusive overnight stay at one of English Heritages historic properties, especially for adults. Sit down to supper, enjoy a twilight tour and spooky stories before bedding down for the night. Includes supper & breakfast. Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukPendennis Castle, Falmouth, Cornwall, England
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Rievaulx Abbey, Nr Helmsley, North Yorkshire, England – Brother Anthony Tours
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Rievaulx Abbey, Nr Helmsley, North Yorkshire, England – Brother Anthony Tours

[ March 8, 2013; 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Join Brother Anthony on a tour around Rievaulx Abbey and explore its history with our costumed guide before enjoying lunch in the Rievaulx tea room. Rievaulx Abbey, Nr Helmsley, North Yorkshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukRievaulx Abbey, Nr Helmsley, North Yorkshire, England
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University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen – GFS – Sharp Gardening by Christopher Holliday
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University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen – GFS – Sharp Gardening by Christopher Holliday

[ March 8, 2012; 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ] A Growing for Success Talk Hosted by Friends of Cruickshank Botanic Garden Aberdeen Venue Address: Zoology Building Lecture Theatre University of Aberdeen Tillydrone Avenue Aberdeen University of Aberdeen, Aberdeenhttp://apps.rhs.org.uk/rhseventfinder/Search.aspxUniversity of Aberdeen, Aberdeen