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Winchester City Mill, Hampshire, England – Weekend Milling Demonstrations
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:54 pm | No Comment
Winchester City Mill, Hampshire, England – Weekend Milling Demonstrations

[ August 31, 2013 11:00 am to September 1, 2013 4:00 pm. ] See how this fully restored workng water mill produces stone-ground wholemeal flour using the power of the river Itchen.Winchester City Mill, Hampshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukWinchester City Mill, Hampshire, England
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Trelissick Garden, Cornwall, England – Dave’s Bodging Club : Green woodworking in the Park
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:47 pm | No Comment
Trelissick Garden, Cornwall, England – Dave’s Bodging Club : Green woodworking in the Park

[ August 31, 2013; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Try your hand at Green woodworking in our woodland workshop. Meet Dave our friendly Bodger in the copse at Trelissick and learn the skills of bodging and working with wood, warm up next to the fire and discover your creative side.Trelissick Garden, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukTrelissick Garden, Cornwall, England
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Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England – Killerton parkrun
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:47 pm | No Comment
Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England – Killerton parkrun

[ August 31, 2013; 9:00 am to 10:00 am. ] A free 5K family event for runners of all ages and abilities. Its not a race but a timed run organised and marshalled by local volunteers. Register at parkrun.org.uk/killerton free entry.Killerton, Exeter, Devon, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukKillerton, Exeter, Devon, England
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Beachy Head, East Sussex, England – Family Fossil Hunt
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:40 pm | No Comment
Beachy Head, East Sussex, England – Family Fossil Hunt

[ August 31, 2013; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] Travel back 100 million years with fossil hunter Roy Shepherd to the Late Cretaceous Epoch, a time when predatory ammonites patrolled the warm seas that covered the area. The fossil hunt begins with an introduction to the local geology and demonstration of the fossils we might encounter, followed by a two hour hunt for fossils [...]

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Sywell Aerdrome , Northamptonshire, England – LAA Rally
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:23 pm | No Comment
Sywell Aerdrome , Northamptonshire, England – LAA Rally

[ August 31, 2013 9:00 am to September 1, 2013 6:00 pm. ] The LAA Sywell Rally is growing year on year and the Rally Team continues to look at ways of enhancing the event even further. NN6 0BNSywell Aerdrome , Northamptonshire, Englandhttp://www.lightaircraftassociation.co.uk/Sywell Aerdrome , Northamptonshire, England
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Shoreham Airport , West Sussex, England – Shoreham Airshow 2013
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:23 pm | No Comment
Shoreham Airport , West Sussex, England – Shoreham Airshow 2013

[ August 31, 2013 9:00 am to September 1, 2013 6:00 pm. ] The annual Royal Air Forces Association airshow has become one of the best airshows in the country with its unique Battle of Britain Scramble and strong support from the Royal Air Force set against the stunning backdrop of Lancing College. BN43 5FFShoreham Airport , West Sussex, Englandhttp://www.shorehamairshow.co.uk/Shoreham Airport , West Sussex, England
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Portrush , Coleriaine , Northern Ireland – Northern Ireland International Airshow
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:23 pm | No Comment
Portrush , Coleriaine , Northern Ireland – Northern Ireland International Airshow

[ August 31, 2013 9:00 am to September 1, 2013 6:00 pm. ] A free 2-day seaside show with air displays and ground attractions. The picturesque coast around Portrush plays host to an impressive line-up of military and civilian display acts.Portrush , Coleriaine , Northern Irelandhttp://www.niinternationalairshow.co.uk/Portrush , Coleriaine , Northern Ireland
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Rhyl , Denbighshire, Wales – Rhyl Air Show
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:23 pm | No Comment
Rhyl  , Denbighshire, Wales – Rhyl Air Show

[ August 31, 2013 9:00 am to September 1, 2013 6:00 pm. ] One of North Wales biggest seaside events. Expect a varied mix of RAF, Warbirds and civilian dislpays. LL18 3AFRhyl , Denbighshire, Waleshttp://www.rhylairshow.co.uk/Rhyl , Denbighshire, Wales
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Bellingham, Northumberland, England – Bellingham Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:19 am | No Comment
Bellingham, Northumberland, England – Bellingham Show

[ August 31, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Bellingham, Northumberland, Englandhttp://www.bellinghamshow.com/Bellingham, Northumberland, England
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Horsham, Surrey, England – Horsham District Food & Drink Festival
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:17 am | No Comment
Horsham, Surrey, England – Horsham District Food & Drink Festival

[ August 31, 2013 9:00 am to September 29, 2013 6:00 pm. ] If youre passionate about food and drink and where it comes from, then youre in for a real treat as 2013 is the 11th anniversary of the Horsham District Food and Drink Festival!Horsham, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.horshamlocalproduce.co.uk Horsham, Surrey, England
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Carlisle Castle, Carlisle, Cumbria, England – BONNIE PRINCE CHARLIE GUIDED TOURS
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Carlisle Castle, Carlisle, Cumbria, England – BONNIE PRINCE CHARLIE GUIDED TOURS

[ August 31, 2012; 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. ] Guided tours around the impressive fortress of Carlisle CastleCarlisle Castle, Carlisle, Cumbria, Englandhttp://www.englis

1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield, Battle, Sussex, England – 1066 BATTLE TACTICS FOR KIDS
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield, Battle, Sussex, England – 1066 BATTLE TACTICS FOR KIDS

[ August 31, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Learn the skills of a Norman or Saxon soldier. Paint your own shield and have a go in the Kids Battle of Hastings!1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey & Battlefield, Battle, Sussex, England

Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Down, Kent, England – TIME TRAVELLERS GO… UGLY BUG SAFARI
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Down, Kent, England – TIME TRAVELLERS GO… UGLY BUG SAFARI

[ August 31, 2012; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Grab a magnifying glass and join a Victorian explorer for a hunt through the gardens at the Home of Charles Darwin to find a mass of fascinating mini-beasts.Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Down, Kent, England

Apsley House, Hyde Park Corner, London, London, England – APSLEY AFTER HOURS
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Apsley House, Hyde Park Corner, London, London, England – APSLEY AFTER HOURS

[ August 31, 2012; 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Join in at Apsley House every Friday night in July and August for the exclusive late night opening. Each week visitors will be able to hear short talks on a variety of subjects and enjoy visiting the house after hours.Apsley House, Hyde Park Corner,

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Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, Warwickshire, England – City of Birmingham Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, Warwickshire, England – City of Birmingham Dog Show

[ August 31, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowStoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, Warwickshire, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukStoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, Warwickshire, England
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Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, Warwickshire, England – Australian Silky Terrier Club of G.B. Dog Show
By: | August 28, 2012 – 11:42 am | No Comment
Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, Warwickshire, England – Australian Silky Terrier Club of G.B. Dog Show

[ August 31, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog ShowStoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, Warwickshire, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukStoneleigh Park, Warwickshire, Warwickshire, England
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Ben Lomond – Ben Lomond 4 x 4 Drive
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:33 pm | No Comment
Ben Lomond – Ben Lomond 4 x 4 Drive

[ August 31, 2012; 1:00 pm to 3:45 pm. ] This is a chance to see Loch Lomond and Ben Lomond from the high road.As a passenger in the ranger 4X4 vehicle you will travel up a very rough farm track 2 miles up the hill to around 250m altitude, around a quarter of the way up Ben Lomond. There are great vantage points for [...]

Sheringham Park, Norfolk – Seashore Activities
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
Sheringham Park, Norfolk – Seashore Activities

[ August 31, 2011; 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Meet at Sheringham seafront to search for some of the amazing wildlife that can be found on (and in) the beach. Catch crabs in rock pools, dig for worms and use push-netting for shrimps. Accompanying adult 1.50, child 3.50. Booking is essential. Please call 01263 820550Sheringham Park, Norfolkhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukSheringham Park, [...]

Newport – Goshawks at Cwmcarn Forest
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
Newport – Goshawks at Cwmcarn Forest

[ August 31, 2011; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Price: Free for AllWant to see a secretive woodland wanderer? Then Cwmcarn Forest is the place to be.You can see the elusive goshawks posing for the camera as they launch our brand new date with nature event for 2011.This is a unique opportunity to see live footage, from their secretly placed nest cam, of the [...]

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Cardiff – Peregrines on the Clock Tower
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
Cardiff – Peregrines on the Clock Tower

[ August 31, 2011; 10:30 am to 4:00 pm. ] Want to see the fastest animal in the world? Step no further than Cardiff City centre.You can see the renowned Cardiff peregrines nesting on the City Hall Clock Tower for their 5th Year!!This is one of the best places to see peregrines in Wales – lying back on the grass having a picnic and watching [...]

Shrewsbury – Make a woodland scene
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
Shrewsbury – Make a woodland scene

[ August 31, 2011; 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. ] Create a wonderful woodland scene with it?s own trees, plants and woodland creatures using recycled and natural materials. For ages 4 and above, a family activity. Booking is essential. 31 10.30am-12.30pm and 1.30-3.30pm 3.00.Shrewsburywww.shropshirewildlifetrust.org.ukShrewsbury

Kent – Summer Tours of Charles Darwin’s Garden
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
Kent – Summer Tours of Charles Darwin’s Garden

[ August 31, 2011; 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Garden tours looking at Charles Darwins garden experiments, seasonal interest in the garden and how the surrounding landscape inspired scientific discovery.Kenthttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukKent

Shrewsbury – Woodland craft
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
Shrewsbury – Woodland craft

[ August 31, 2011; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Woodland craft animation and music workshop. Ages 8-13. 10am ? 3pm. 17.50.Shrewsburywww.hiveonline.org.uk Shrewsbury

Castle Drogo, Devon – Wild Child Wednesday
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
Castle Drogo, Devon – Wild Child Wednesday

[ August 31, 2011; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Get little hands dirty by joining in a variety of fun-filled nature activities throughout the summer holidays. There will be a different activity each week to keep everyone thoroughly entertained, including den building, bush craft skills, river dipping and much more. Normal admission charges apply, plus 2 per person. [...]

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Calke Abbey, Derbyshire – Geocaching taster day
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
Calke Abbey, Derbyshire – Geocaching taster day

[ August 31, 2011; 11:30 am to 3:30 pm. ] Try a fun new technological treasure hunt using a GPS system. No experience is needed as the Calke warden will be on hand to give guidance. This is an exhilarating way to explore the outdoors and enjoy some simple family fun. Normal admission charges apply. Booking is not required [...]

Middlesbrough – Saltholme small ships
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
Middlesbrough – Saltholme small ships

[ August 31, 2011; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Drop into the Education room between 11 am and 12 pm and 1 pm and 3 pm. Sea trials start at 12:30 pm and 3:30 pm.Price: 2 per child or free for Wildlife Explorers or Phoenix membersBuild and sail your own boat using recycled materials. Finished? It?s time to send your boat to trials on [...]

Norfolk, Titchwell Marsh nature reserve – Marvellous moths
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
Norfolk, Titchwell Marsh nature reserve – Marvellous moths

[ August 31, 2011; 9:00 am to 10:00 am. ] Join this FREE event outside the visitor centre to examine some of the fantastic moths that have been caught in the moth trap the previous evening. The event lasts around 60 minutes. Just turn up, booking is not essential.Norfolk, Titchwell Marsh nature reservehttp://www.rspb.org.uk/events/details.aspx?id=tcm:9-273412Norfolk, Titchwell Marsh nature reserve

High West Street, Weymouth, Dorset – Haunted Harbour Tour
By: | August 22, 2011 – 4:28 pm | No Comment
High West Street, Weymouth, Dorset – Haunted Harbour Tour

[ August 31, 2011; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Haunted Harbour Tour of Old Weymouth – Come and discover the long forgotten haunts of history around the famous Old Weymouth and Melcombe Regis Harbour. Many of the harbour side Inns have reputed haunted happenings and sightings. High West Street, Weymouth, Dorsethttp://www.pikeandshot.comHigh West Street, Weymouth, Dorset