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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

[ June 17, 2013 12:00 pm to June 18, 2013 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits [...]

Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England – Free hourly house guided tours of the state rooms
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:57 pm | No Comment
Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England – Free hourly house guided tours of the state rooms

[ June 17, 2013; 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] House First come, first served.Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. Links which you can use to find out what programs are available, and what the benefits are can be [...]

ICC Champions Trophy: Sri Lanka v Australia
By: The Editor | April 2, 2013 – 11:51 am | No Comment
ICC Champions Trophy: Sri Lanka v Australia

[ June 17, 2013; ] http://www.icc-cricket.com/index.php
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Trelissick Garden , Cornwall, England – John Dyer Exhibition
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:59 am | No Comment
Trelissick Garden , Cornwall, England – John Dyer Exhibition

[ June 17, 2012; 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] On Saturdays and Sundays the Barn at Trelissick will be hung with a spectacular collection of Johns paintings from his residencies with Alan Titchmarsh, Kim Wilde, Eden Porject and BBC Gardeners Wold Live and from his residences around the world during the last ten years painting the worlds major food harvests.More Information: Property Office, 01872 [...]

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David Livingstone Centre, Blantyre, South Lanarkshire, Scotland – Fathers Go Free
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:59 am | No Comment
David Livingstone Centre, Blantyre, South Lanarkshire, Scotland – Fathers Go Free

[ June 17, 2012; 10:00 am to 4:30 pm. ] Find out what kind of father David Livingstone was, when Dads get free entry at the David Livingstone Centre, Blantyre!All dads bringing children will get free entry to the David Livingstone museum. David Livingstone Centre, Blantyre, South Lanarkshire, Scotlandhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/David-Livingstone-Centre/Fathers-Go-Free/David Livingstone Centre, Blantyre, South Lanarkshire, Scotland
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Newtown Old Town Hall, Isle of Wight, England – Birds and Animals
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:59 am | No Comment
Newtown Old Town Hall, Isle of Wight, England – Birds and Animals

[ June 17, 2012; 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] An exhibition by local artist Angela Hewitt featuring birds and animals.More Information: The Custodian, 01983 531785, isleofwight@nationaltrust.org.ukNewtown Old Town Hall, Isle of Wight, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukNewtown Old Town Hall, Isle of Wight, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. Links which you [...]

Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole, South Ayrshire, Scotland – Celebrate Ayrshire
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:59 am | No Comment
Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole, South Ayrshire, Scotland – Celebrate Ayrshire

[ June 17, 2012; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] An exciting festival of all things Ayrshire! Join in an exciting festival which celebrates all things Ayrshire, including farming, food, arts, history, and the environment. Therell be entertainment and activities for all the family, including music with the Maybole Pipe Band and the Ayrshire Fiddle Orchestra. Celebrate and support your local heritage at this [...]

Drum Castle Garden & Estate, Drumoak, Aberdeenshire, Scotland – Dad’s Day at Drum
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:59 am | No Comment
Drum Castle Garden & Estate, Drumoak, Aberdeenshire, Scotland – Dad’s Day at Drum

[ June 17, 2012; 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Dads Go Free! And various sock-tivities on the lawn to keep all the family entertained. To celebrate Fathers Day, all dads get free access to Drum when they visit with family, whether children are 5 or 50! Weve also got various sock-activities on the South Lawn to amuse all the family. Whats a sock-tivity we [...]

Hill of Tarvit Mansionhouse & Garden, Cupar, Fife, Scotland – Edwardian Garden Party
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:59 am | No Comment
Hill of Tarvit Mansionhouse & Garden, Cupar, Fife, Scotland – Edwardian Garden Party

[ June 17, 2012; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] The National Trust for Scotland and East Fife Members Centre invite you to an Edwardian Garden Party In Honour of the Queens Jubilee. Entertainment will include traditional music, croquet, Hickory Golf, Needlewomans Emporium, stalls and afternoon cream teas by Hatters & Co at Tarvit. Hill of Tarvit Mansionhouse & Garden, Cupar, Fife, Scotlandhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Hill-of-Tarvit-Mansionhouse-Garden/Edwardian-Garden-Party/Hill of Tarvit [...]

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Tretower Court & Castle, Crickhowell, Powys, Wales – Sunday Best
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:53 am | No Comment
Tretower Court & Castle, Crickhowell, Powys, Wales – Sunday Best

[ June 17, 2012; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] The fifteenth-century household is at home and you are cordially invited to visit.Tretower Court & Castle, Crickhowell, Powys, Waleshttp://cadw.wales.gov.uk/events/allevents/5718748/?lang=enTretower Court & Castle, Crickhowell, Powys, Wales
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. Links which you can use to find out what [...]

Brodie Castle, Forres, Inverness, Scotland – Cowboys and Cowgirls at the Castle
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:52 am | No Comment
Brodie Castle, Forres, Inverness, Scotland – Cowboys and Cowgirls at the Castle

[ June 17, 2012; 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Fun and games for all and wild west action from The Northern Rough Riders. Scotlands only wild west reenactment group, based at Tranquility Wild West Town (Scotlands only wild west town) located near Huntly, will be making 4 presentations during the afternoon varying from a factual reenactment of the Assassination of Wild Bill Hickok to [...]

Grey Mares Tail Nature Reserve, Moffat, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland – Mountain Navigation
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:52 am | No Comment
Grey Mares Tail Nature Reserve, Moffat, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland – Mountain Navigation

[ June 17, 2012; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Knowing how to navigate is an essential skill if you want to explore the hills in safety.Equip yourself with a range of navigation techniques by joining a mountain leader qualified ranger for a full day on the hill. Booking essential.Grey Mares Tail Nature Reserve, Moffat, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotlandhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Grey-Mares-Tail-Nature-Reserve/1075/Grey Mares Tail Nature Reserve, Moffat, Dumfries [...]

Robert Smails Printing Works, Innerleithen, Scottish Borders, Scotland – Father’s Day Tours
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:52 am | No Comment
Robert Smails Printing Works, Innerleithen, Scottish Borders, Scotland – Father’s Day Tours

[ June 17, 2012; 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Put Dad to work and he will receive a special limited edition souvenir poster.We all know Dads love hard work, so bring your Dad along and put him to work at Robert Smails Printing Works on Fathers Day 2012. Smails is a brilliant family day out, with hands-on activities, working machinery and a wonderful gift [...]

Denbigh Castle, Denbigh – Cwmwd Ial: Norman Invasion
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:08 pm | No Comment
Denbigh Castle, Denbigh – Cwmwd Ial: Norman Invasion

[ June 17, 2012; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] The year is 1097 and King William Rufus, son of William the Conqueror, is leading his army against the rebellious Welsh led by Princes Cadwgan ap Bleddyn and Gruffudd ap Cynan. The re-enactment group Cwmwd Il brings this dramatic clash to life.Denbigh Castle, Denbighhttp://cadw.wales.gov.uk/events/allevents/5967720/?lang=enDenbigh Castle, Denbigh
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Ruthin Castle, Ruthin – Theatre in the Keep: Twelfth Night
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:07 pm | No Comment
Ruthin Castle, Ruthin – Theatre in the Keep: Twelfth Night

[ June 17, 2012; 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Ruthin Castle and Anvil is proud to announce that the 2012 touring outdoor Shakespeare production is Twelfth Night. With almost everything a plot can offer this is one of the most popular plays written by Shakespeare.Ruthin Castle, Ruthinhttp://www.ruthincastle.co.ukRuthin Castle, Ruthin
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to [...]

Penrhyn Castle, Bangor – Dad’s Day Out
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:07 pm | No Comment
Penrhyn Castle, Bangor – Dad’s Day Out

[ June 17, 2012; 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Bring Dad along to Penrhyn Castle for a great day out on Fathers dayPenrhyn Castle, Bangorhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/penrhyn-castle/things-to-see-and-do/events/Penrhyn Castle, Bangor
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. Links which you can use to find out what programs are available, and what the benefits [...]

Fort Belan, Caernarfon – From Antarctica to its present position
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:06 pm | No Comment
Fort Belan, Caernarfon – From Antarctica to its present position

[ June 17, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Angela will explain the complex geology of the island and the reasons for its designation as a European and World Geopark.The origin of the world seen through Angleseys tectonic past.Fort Belan, Caernarfonhttp://www.fortbelan.co.uk/index.php?id=49Fort Belan, Caernarfon
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. [...]

Canolfan Ucheldre Centre, Holyhead – Philip Clouts Quartet
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:06 pm | No Comment
Canolfan Ucheldre Centre, Holyhead – Philip Clouts Quartet

[ June 17, 2012; 7:30 pm; ] Afrobeat band ZubopGambia, and his quartet featuring saxophonist Carlos Lopez-Real from the London F-IRE collective, play an uplifting mix of jazz and world music from their new CD Sennen Cove.Canolfan Ucheldre Centre, Holyheadhttp://www.ucheldre.org/allevent.htmCanolfan Ucheldre Centre, Holyhead
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RSPB South Stack Cliffs Reserve, Holyhead – Father’s Day Guided Walk
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:06 pm | No Comment
RSPB South Stack Cliffs Reserve, Holyhead – Father’s Day Guided Walk

[ June 17, 2012; 8:00 am to 10:00 am. ] Treat your dad this fathers day to a dawn chorus walk at South Stack. Have a ramble through the heathland and mountain, spotting species such as the Chough, Guillemots, Razorbills, Skylark and Stonechat. We will then return to the Cafe for a cooked breakfast and pot of tea or filter coffeeRSPB South Stack [...]

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Chirk Castle, Wrexham – Tudor Life
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:06 pm | No Comment
Chirk Castle, Wrexham – Tudor Life

[ June 17, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Discover everyday life from 400 years ago.Chirk Castle, Wrexhamhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/chirk-castle/Chirk Castle, Wrexham
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. Links which you can use to find out what programs are available, and what the benefits are can be found at the following [...]

National Musuem of Flight, East Lothian – Robots Live!
By: | May 16, 2012 – 9:35 am | No Comment
National Musuem of Flight, East Lothian – Robots Live!

[ June 17, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Cheer on the clashing competitors from Robot Wars as they battle it out in the shadow of Concorde. Meet the scientists shaping our future and try building your own electronic device in our MadLab workshop. Get to grips with the future in our technical challenges and interactive activities.National Musuem of Flight, East Lothianhttp://www.nms.ac.uk/our_museums/museum_of_flight/whats_on/robots_live.aspxNational Musuem [...]

St Michaels Mount, Cornwall – Sunday Music Sessions
By: | May 16, 2012 – 9:34 am | No Comment
St Michaels Mount, Cornwall – Sunday Music Sessions

[ June 17, 2012; 11:30 am to 2:00 pm. ] Sunday morning live music sessions on the village green of St Michaels Mount. From mid-May onwards, St Michaels Mount plays host to an eclectic mix of local talent from brass and concert bands, to male voice choirs and quartets, traditional Cornish dance and local morris dancers.St Michaels Mount, Cornwallhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukSt Michaels Mount, Cornwall
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Studland Beach, Swanage, Dorset – Seashore Scavengers
By: | May 16, 2012 – 9:34 am | No Comment
Studland Beach, Swanage, Dorset – Seashore Scavengers

[ June 17, 2012; 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. ] Join us on a walk as you discover more about Studland Beach and the Nature Reserve whilst keeping them free from litter.Studland Beach, Swanage, Dorsethttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukStudland Beach, Swanage, Dorset
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Meagh Gardens, Dublin – Dublin Taste Festivals
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:47 am | No Comment
Meagh Gardens, Dublin – Dublin Taste Festivals

[ June 17, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Taste of Dublin will welcome many of our favourite chefs and their signature dishes again in 2012 as well as some exciting new names and emerging talent.Meagh Gardens, Dublinhttp://www.tastefestivals.ie/Meagh Gardens, Dublin
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Vale of Evesham, Worcestershire – The British Asparagus Festival
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Vale of Evesham, Worcestershire – The British Asparagus Festival

[ June 17, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Regional Finalist for the 2nd year running in 2011 and 3rd in the National Finals of the Where Else But England Awards – the British Asparagus Festival in the Vale of Evesham is definitely the place to be for all things green and quirky. And the Festival was one of the finalists in [...]

Brodick Castle, Garden & Country Park – Brodick Country Park Volunteer Group
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:32 pm | No Comment
Brodick Castle, Garden & Country Park – Brodick Country Park Volunteer Group

[ June 17, 2012; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Get mucky in the name of nature conservation!Volunteer group meeting once a month to help the Brodick ranger team with practical conservation work.Meet like-minded people and get some outdoor exercise whilst making a valuable contribution towards nature conservation!Work ranges across the whole spectrum of hands-on tasks such as footpath maintenance, fencing, rhodie bashing and tree [...]

DCAE Cosford, Shropshire – RAF Cosford Airshow 2012
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:13 am | No Comment
DCAE Cosford, Shropshire – RAF Cosford Airshow 2012

[ June 17, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] The first RAF organised show of the year featured a varied mix of modern military, warbirds and civilian displays at this old-fashioned RAF base. WV7 3EY- more information on other UK airshows can be found here – http://www.airshows.org.uk. DCAE Cosford, Shropshirehttp://www.cosfordairshow.co.uk/DCAE Cosford, Shropshire

Otterington Hall, between Northallerton and Thirsk – North Yorkshire County Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:12 am | No Comment
Otterington Hall, between Northallerton and Thirsk – North Yorkshire County Show

[ June 17, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A great day out for all the family!Otterington Hall, between Northallerton and Thirskhttp://www.northyorkshireshow.co.uk/Otterington Hall, between Northallerton and Thirsk