Bon Bini! Curacao has it all in one very small island
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Irene Thomas found Curacao the most successfully diverse country she has ever visited – and one of the most beautiful as well

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South Cornwall Coast, Cornwall, England – Restorative pruning workshop in South East Cornwall
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:50 pm | No Comment
South Cornwall Coast, Cornwall, England – Restorative pruning workshop in South East Cornwall

[ February 15, 2013; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Learn more about caring for orchard trees in this hands on workshop. A hands on workshop were you can learn how to bring those old unruly trees back into management.South Cornwall Coast, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukSouth Cornwall Coast, Cornwall, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in [...]

St Agnes to Padstow, Cornwall, England – Chapel Porth beach clean
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:50 pm | No Comment
St Agnes to Padstow, Cornwall, England – Chapel Porth beach clean

[ February 15, 2013; 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Enjoy some fresh air and help keep Chapel Porth clean and beautiful. Join us at our monthly beach cleans and see what weird and wonderful things wash up on the beach. We supply gloves, bags and litter pickers. Free drink for beach cleaners afterwards at Chapel Porth Caf.St Agnes to Padstow, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukSt Agnes to [...]

Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:43 pm | No Comment
Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks

[ February 15, 2013; 12:45 pm to 3:45 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted [...]

RHS Garden Rosemoor, Torrington, Devon, England – Colour and Fragrance in the Winter Garden
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:43 pm | No Comment
RHS Garden Rosemoor, Torrington, Devon, England – Colour and Fragrance in the Winter Garden

[ February 15, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] If your garden doesnt come to life until spring, come along on our Winter Garden walk and take away some imaginative but practical ideas to brighten up your own winter landscape. We shall look at the many plants that can provide colour and fragrance during the winter months and how they should be cared for.RHS [...]

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Dartmouth Castle, Devon, England – Family Ghost Tours
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:20 pm | No Comment
Dartmouth Castle, Devon, England – Family Ghost Tours

[ February 15, 2013; 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm. ] Enjoy a ghost tour of Dartmouth Castle at night, especially for families. Explore every part of this atmospheric site including the Gun Battery and its maze of spooky passages. Dartmouth Castle, Devon, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukDartmouth Castle, Devon, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition [...]

Goodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, England – Goodrich Castle Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:20 pm | No Comment
Goodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, England – Goodrich Castle Guided Tour

[ February 15, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:30 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
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 [...]

Dartmouth Castle, Devon, England – Family Ghost Tours
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:20 pm | No Comment
Dartmouth Castle, Devon, England – Family Ghost Tours

[ February 15, 2013; 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm. ] Enjoy a ghost tour of Dartmouth Castle at night, especially for families. Explore every part of this atmospheric site including the Gun Battery and its maze of spooky passages. Dartmouth Castle, Devon, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukDartmouth Castle, Devon, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition [...]

Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England – Kenilworth Castle Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:20 pm | No Comment
Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England – Kenilworth Castle Guided Tour

[ February 15, 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
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 [...]

Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England – Valentine’s Ghost Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:20 pm | No Comment
Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England – Valentine’s Ghost Tour

[ February 15, 2013; 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Kenilworth Castle is one of Englands most romantic ruined castles, but not all lovers who lived here had a happy existence. Learn about their lives and deaths on an eerie evening tour around the castle and gatehouse, especially for Valentines Day. 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 – Goodrich Castle Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:20 pm | No Comment
Goodrich Castle, Ross on Wye, Herefordshire, England – Goodrich Castle Guided Tour

[ February 15, 2013; 2:00 pm to 3:30 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
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 [...]

Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England – Kenilworth Castle Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:20 pm | No Comment
Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England – Kenilworth Castle Guided Tour

[ February 15, 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
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 [...]

York Cold War Bunker, Yorkshire, England – York Cold War Bunker Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:20 pm | No Comment
York Cold War Bunker, Yorkshire, England – York Cold War Bunker Guided Tour

[ February 15, 2013; 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Exclusive staff led tours for English Heritage members. York Cold War Bunker, Yorkshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukYork Cold War Bunker, Yorkshire, 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 [...]

Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, Cornwall, England – Family Sleepovers
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:20 pm | No Comment
Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, Cornwall, England – Family Sleepovers

[ February 15, 2013 7:00 pm to February 16, 2013 10:00 am. ] Enjoy an exclusive overnight stay at one of English Heritages historic properties, especially for families. 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer [...]

York Cold War Bunker, Yorkshire, England – York Cold War Bunker Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:20 pm | No Comment
York Cold War Bunker, Yorkshire, England – York Cold War Bunker Guided Tour

[ February 15, 2013; 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. ] Exclusive staff led tours for English Heritage members. York Cold War Bunker, Yorkshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukYork Cold War Bunker, Yorkshire, 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 [...]

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Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England – Valentine’s Ghost Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:20 pm | No Comment
Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England – Valentine’s Ghost Tour

[ February 15, 2013; 8:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Kenilworth Castle is one of Englands most romantic ruined castles, but not all lovers who lived here had a happy existence. Learn about their lives and deaths on an eerie evening tour around the castle and gatehouse, especially for Valentines Day. Kenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukKenilworth Castle & Elizabethan Garden, Warwickshire, England
There are [...]

Dyrham Park, near Bath, Somerset, England – February fun trail
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:16 pm | No Comment
Dyrham Park, near Bath, Somerset, England – February fun trail

[ February 15, 2013; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Come and try our fun February trail at Dyrham Park this half term, and tick off our top ten activities from the 50 things to do before youre 11 3/4 list.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 and events [...]

Dyffryn Gardens, St Nicholas, South Glamorgan, Wales – Birdwatching
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:15 pm | No Comment
Dyffryn Gardens, St Nicholas, South Glamorgan, Wales – Birdwatching

[ February 15, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Pick up a pack from the visitor centre and discover what birds are living at Dyffryn Gardens.Dyffryn Gardens, St Nicholas, South Glamorgan, Waleshttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukDyffryn Gardens, St Nicholas, South Glamorgan, 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 [...]

Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Half Term Mini Rangers Club
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:15 pm | No Comment
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Half Term Mini Rangers Club

[ February 15, 2013; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Adventures start early this year Dinefwr with our fantastic Mini Rangers Club! Our young National Trust gang can learn to use a map and compass, build a den in the park and create wild art (no pencils or brushes allowed!)Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Waleshttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukDinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales
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Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England – Sun down at Gibside Beer Garden & Pub
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:15 pm | No Comment
Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England – Sun down at Gibside Beer Garden & Pub

[ February 15, 2013; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Relax with local ales and snacks in the beer garden or stay cosy indoors while the kids explore our play area – Friday evenings all year round! Free entry.Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukGibside, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England
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Newhailes – Explore Newhailes woodland
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:32 pm | No Comment
Newhailes – Explore Newhailes woodland

[ February 15, 2012; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Take a walk with the ranger to learn some fanatastic facts about trees, minibeasts and birds.Learn about how they survive winter and other handy hints and tipsNewhaileshttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Detail/1649/Newhailes

Livermead house Hotel, TORQUAY, TORQUAY – GFS – The Story of Gardener’s World by Gay Search
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:32 pm | No Comment
Livermead house Hotel, TORQUAY, TORQUAY – GFS – The Story of Gardener’s World by Gay Search

[ February 15, 2012; 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ] Growing for Success talk by Gay Search Livermead house Hotel, TORQUAY, TORQUAYhttp://apps.rhs.org.uk/rhseventfinder/Search.aspxLivermead house Hotel, TORQUAY, TORQUAY

RHS Garden Hyde Hall, CHELMSFORD – Children’s Amazing Art – The Chinese Year of the Dragon
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:32 pm | No Comment
RHS Garden Hyde Hall, CHELMSFORD – Children’s Amazing Art – The Chinese Year of the Dragon

[ February 15, 2012; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] A chance for children to get creative making masks, money envelopes, fans and mini dragons. Normal garden admission applies, plus cash payment of 2 per child. Booking not required. RHS Garden Hyde Hall, CHELMSFORDhttp://apps.rhs.org.uk/rhseventfinder/Search.aspxRHS Garden Hyde Hall, CHELMSFORD

RHS Garden Rosemoor, TORRINGTON, Devon – The Glory of the Winter Garden – Walk
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:32 pm | No Comment
RHS Garden Rosemoor, TORRINGTON, Devon – The Glory of the Winter Garden – Walk

[ February 15, 2012; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Rosemoor has a long tradition of gardening for winter effect dating back to Lady Anne Berry, who included many winter performers when planting her garden. Join us to celebrate the glory of the winter garden and take away some practical but imaginative ideas to brighten up your own winter landscape. Practicalities of plant care will [...]

RHS Halls – Lawrence Hall, London, LONDON – RHS London Plant & Design Show
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:32 pm | No Comment
RHS Halls – Lawrence Hall, London, LONDON – RHS London Plant & Design Show

[ February 15, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Kick-starting the flower show year with winter colour and early, spring-flowering plants, the UKs best nurserymen and growers will gather in RHS Lawrence Hall to showcase spectacular floral displays. Exhibitors include multi-RHS Gold medal winners Jacques Armand and Avon Bulbs. Plants are available to buy. Making the most of small outdoor spaces is a major [...]

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Fort William Mountain Film Festival
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:18 pm | No Comment
Fort William Mountain Film Festival

[ February 15, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The Fort William Mountain Festival promotes the mountains as an attractive, accessible and above all enjoyable place to be. It includes a line up of top climbers, mountain filmmakers, inspirational speakers and creative workshops. It caters for everyone of all ages from elite climbers to outdoor enthusiasts and hill walkers to budding wildlife photographers. The [...]

Young Bird Watchers
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:18 pm | No Comment
Young Bird Watchers

[ February 15, 2011; 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Learn about the birds that live in Plymbridge Woods.More Information: Dartmoor, 01752 341377, dartmoor@nationaltrust.org.uk * Booking Advisable 01752 341377 * Meet at Plymbridge car park – Grid Ref SX 524 585 * Dogs on leads welcome * Children must be accompanied by an [...]

Busybody
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:17 pm | No Comment
Busybody

[ February 15, 2011 9:00 am to February 19, 2011 6:00 pm. ] Ian Dickens Productions present Jack Popplewells hilarious comedy thriller BUSYBODY that centres on a meddlesome cleaning woman who keeps telling the cops how to mind their business and who steps forward with the right evidence in every pinch. The Lyceum TheatreHeath StreetCreweCheshireCW1 2DAUnited KingdomTel: 01270 537333Fax: Email: lyceum.theatre@cheshireeast.gov.uk

A talk entitled All about the census by Jeff Barber of the ONS
By: | February 2, 2011 – 6:17 pm | No Comment
A talk entitled All about the census by Jeff Barber of the ONS

[ February 15, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A talk entitled All about the census by Jeff Barber of the ONS will be hosted by the North Cheshire Family Society at The Civic Hall, London Road , Hazel Grove , SK7 4DF on Tuesday the 15th of February 2011.North Cheshire Family History SocietyThe Civic HallLondon RoadHazel GroveCheshireSK7 4DFUnited KingdomTel: Fax: Email: