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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Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England – Traditional Easter Sunday
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:35 am | No Comment
Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England – Traditional Easter Sunday

[ March 31, 2013; 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. ] All are welcome to experience our traditional Anglo-Catholic Easter Service with choral song and music from our magnificent Gray and Davison organClumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England
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Uppark House and Garden, Petersfield, West Sussex, England – Where in the world?
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Uppark House and Garden, Petersfield, West Sussex, England – Where in the world?

[ March 31, 2013; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Have fun exploring the house and garden with our quiz trail for children and collect your prize at the end. Uppark House and Garden, Petersfield, West Sussex, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Uppark House and Garden, Petersfield, West Sussex, England
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Buttermere, Ennerdale and Whitehaven Coast, near Cockermouth and Whitehaven, Cumbria, England – Wild Ennerdale Easter Egg Trail
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Buttermere, Ennerdale and Whitehaven Coast, near Cockermouth and Whitehaven, Cumbria, England – Wild Ennerdale Easter Egg Trail

[ March 31, 2013; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] A family event following the Smith Beck forest trail. Fun activities along the route with fantastic views of the Ennerdale valley and a chocolate egg treat for children.Buttermere, Ennerdale and Whitehaven Coast, near Cockermouth and Whitehaven, Cumbria, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Buttermere, Ennerdale and Whitehaven Coast, near Cockermouth and Whitehaven, Cumbria, England
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Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Pony Magic
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:47 pm | No Comment
Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Pony Magic

[ March 31, 2013 11:00 am to April 1, 2013 4:00 pm. ] A truly magical experience with beautiful, safe ponies and experienced handlers. Pony rides for children. A 3-5 minute ride suitable for 2-11 year old children.Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, England
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Souter Lighthouse and The Leas, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, England – Souter’s Easter Shindig
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Souter Lighthouse and The Leas, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, England – Souter’s Easter Shindig

[ March 31, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Easter fun and games including our Easter Trail with a chocolate reward. Have an eggcelent Easter at Souter. Theres lots of fun to be had – facepainting, outdoor games, egg and spoon races, bouncy castle and our Easter Egg Trail with a chocolate reward.Souter Lighthouse and The Leas, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Souter Lighthouse and [...]

Great Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, England – Spring Barbeque at Sticklebarn
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:43 pm | No Comment
Great Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, England – Spring Barbeque at Sticklebarn

[ March 31, 2013; 10:00 am to 10:30 pm. ] Join us for live music, face painting and a great big bank holiday barbeque on the terraceGreat Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Great Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, England
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Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum and Village, Lacock, near Chippenham, Wiltshire, England – Superhero Eggheads – Easter Egg Trail
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:38 pm | No Comment
Lacock Abbey, Fox Talbot Museum and Village, Lacock, near Chippenham, Wiltshire, England – Superhero Eggheads – Easter Egg Trail

[ March 31, 2013 10:30 am to April 1, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Meet the Superhero Eggheads – a band of delicious chocolately heroes who always manage to save the day. Find out about their amazing superpowers and see if you can help un-mask the bad egg amongst the team and win a chocolate surprise. A self-led family trail. Trail sheets cost 1 per person.Lacock Abbey, Fox [...]

Scotney Castle, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England – The BIG Easter Tea Party
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:37 pm | No Comment
Scotney Castle, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England – The BIG Easter Tea Party

[ March 31, 2013 12:00 pm to April 1, 2013 2:00 pm. ] Book your family a place at The BIG Easter Tea Party in our courtyard marquee with bunting and street party style seating. You can enjoy a celebration platter with a great selection of handmade sandwiches, cakes, drinks and treats – with music and entertainment to keep the party going. Scotney Castle, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, [...]

Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England – Gibside Chapel Easter Sunday Service
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:22 pm | No Comment
Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England – Gibside Chapel Easter Sunday Service

[ March 31, 2013; 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Celebrate Easter at a traditional Anglican service in Gibsides grand Georgian Chapel. Free entry.Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England
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Alderley Edge, Macclesfield, Cheshire, England – Guided Walk Sunday 31 March 2013
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Alderley Edge, Macclesfield, Cheshire, England – Guided Walk Sunday 31 March 2013

[ March 31, 2013; 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm. ] Would you like to learn more about strange bumps, humps and hollows, or is it the mines and legends which you are interested in? Either way, why not come along on one of our guided walks. You will learn lots of interesting information and enjoy the beautiful woodland too!Alderley Edge, Macclesfield, Cheshire, [...]

Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Have A Go Archery
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Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Have A Go Archery

[ March 31, 2013 11:00 am to April 1, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Think youre the next Robin Hood? Exciting, safe archery classes for ages six and above with HandH Archery. 2 for 6 arrows.Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, England
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Great Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, England – Live music from Pete Lashley at Sticklebarn
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:16 pm | No Comment
Great Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, England – Live music from Pete Lashley at Sticklebarn

[ March 31, 2013; 2:00 pm to 11:00 pm. ] Acoustic songs inspired by the LakesGreat Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Great Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, England
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Great Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, England – Live music from Uncle Carbunkle at Sticklebarn
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:16 pm | No Comment
Great Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, England – Live music from Uncle Carbunkle at Sticklebarn

[ March 31, 2013; 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm. ] Original and classic roots blues from the worlds only Cyber Skiffle band. Great Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Great Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, England
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Dudmaston Estate, near Bridgnorth, Shropshire, England – Easter Activity Days
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:06 pm | No Comment
Dudmaston Estate, near Bridgnorth, Shropshire, England – Easter Activity Days

[ March 31, 2013 12:00 pm to April 1, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Work your way round our Eastery trail in the gardens to win a chocolatey prize at the end; Face painting and hands on Easter craft activities to keep everyone busy! Dudmaston Estate, near Bridgnorth, Shropshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Dudmaston Estate, near Bridgnorth, Shropshire, England
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Woolbeding Countryside, Woolbeding, West Sussex, England – Easter Bunny nature trail
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:06 pm | No Comment
Woolbeding Countryside, Woolbeding, West Sussex, England – Easter Bunny nature trail

[ March 31, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Follow an Easter trail along the winding River Rother. Bring a boiled egg to paint and roll. Includes face painting and childrens Easter art activities. Take part in an Easter quiz, make lots of spring time things from natural materials, and celebrate Easter day in this beautiful parkland. Woolbeding Countryside, [...]

Runnymede, near Old Windsor, Berkshire, England – Easter Egg Activity Trail and Competition on Easter Sunday
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:05 pm | No Comment
Runnymede, near Old Windsor, Berkshire, England – Easter Egg Activity Trail and Competition on Easter Sunday

[ March 31, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Fun for all the family in the beautiful riverside meadows and woodlands of Runnymede. Activities include an Easter Egg Activity Trail and aDesign Your Own Egghead competition.Cadburys chocolate Egghead for every child Hunt for hidden clues across the meadows and slopes of Runnymede on Easter Sunday. Can you solve the puzzles to win a delicious [...]

Brean Down, Brean Down, North Somerset, England – Easter Egg Eggstravaganza
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:05 pm | No Comment
Brean Down, Brean Down, North Somerset, England – Easter Egg Eggstravaganza

[ March 31, 2013; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] Join us at Brean Down for an Easter extravaganza and a chocolate treat Brean Down, Brean Down, North Somerset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Brean Down, Brean Down, North Somerset, England
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Box Hill, Tadworth, Surrey, England – Easter egg trail
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Box Hill, Tadworth, Surrey, England – Easter egg trail

[ March 31, 2013 10:00 am to April 1, 2013 2:00 pm. ] Hunt high and low for clues to win a chocolate egg Follow a self guided trail, answer clues and win a prize. Box Hill, Tadworth, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Box Hill, Tadworth, Surrey, England
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Downhill Demesne and Hezlett House, Castlerock, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland – Easter Egg Trail
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Downhill Demesne and Hezlett House, Castlerock, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland – Easter Egg Trail

[ March 31, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] The Easter bunny has been Fun for all the family as you follow the trail around the historic Downhill Demesne. Hunt for clues to crack the code and unlock the Cadbury chocolate egg surprise Downhill Demesne and Hezlett House, Castlerock, County Londonderry, Northern Irelandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Downhill Demesne and Hezlett House, Castlerock, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
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Penrhyn Castle, Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales – Easter egg trail
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Penrhyn Castle, Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales – Easter egg trail

[ March 31, 2013 12:00 pm to April 1, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Fun for all the family with our Cadburys Easter trail. Follow our fun trail and search for hidden clues. Every child taking part will receive a Cadburys Easter egg as a reward.Penrhyn Castle, Bangor, Gwynedd, Waleshttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Penrhyn Castle, Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales
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Winkworth Arboretum, Godalming, Surrey, England – Easter Egg Trail
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Winkworth Arboretum, Godalming, Surrey, England – Easter Egg Trail

[ March 31, 2013 10:30 am to April 1, 2013 4:30 pm. ] Explore the arboretum and join in with the childrens Easter Egg Trail. Fun and chocolate for all ages explore the arboretum and join in with the childrens Easter Egg Trail plus special activities for children including face painting Winkworth Arboretum, Godalming, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Winkworth Arboretum, Godalming, Surrey, England
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Ickworth, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England – Easter Egg Trails
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Ickworth, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, England – Easter Egg Trails

[ March 31, 2013 11:00 am to April 1, 2013 3:00 pm. ] Lots of games, childrens crafts, trails, face painting and a whole lot of fun this year at Ickworth. Easter eggs have eggsploded on Ickworths grounds. Join an Easter Trail to find your Easter treats. Face painter, fun trails, outdoor races and games and childrens craft fun. On Easter Monday well be having [...]

Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Easter Egg Trails
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Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Easter Egg Trails

[ March 31, 2013 11:00 am to April 1, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Easter themed trails and face painting. There will be two trails to cover all ages and, of course, a Cadburys chocolate egg at the end.Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, England
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Springhill, Magherafelt, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland – Easter Egg-centricities
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Springhill, Magherafelt, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland – Easter Egg-centricities

[ March 31, 2013 12:00 pm to April 1, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Join us for 2 fun-packed days of eggs-cellent Easter fun. Well have a Cadburys egg trail, face painting, craft activities and fun for all the family. Springhill, Magherafelt, County Londonderry, Northern Irelandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Springhill, Magherafelt, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
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Mottistone Manor Garden, Mottistone, near Brighstone, Isle of Wight, England – Easter Egg-citement
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Mottistone Manor Garden, Mottistone, near Brighstone, Isle of Wight, England – Easter Egg-citement

[ March 31, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Find the clues hidden round the garden then solve the puzzle to claim your chocolate egg. Mottistone Manor Garden, Mottistone, near Brighstone, Isle of Wight, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Mottistone Manor Garden, Mottistone, near Brighstone, Isle of Wight, England
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Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses, Kinver, near Stourbridge, Staffordshire, England – Easter Eggstravaganza
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Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses, Kinver, near Stourbridge, Staffordshire, England – Easter Eggstravaganza

[ March 31, 2013 11:00 am to April 1, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Easter Egg Trail plus a Little Chicks Trail for under 5s Search for Easter Bunny and collect a chocolatey treatKinver Edge and the Rock Houses, Kinver, near Stourbridge, Staffordshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses, Kinver, near Stourbridge, Staffordshire, England
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Wallington, near Morpeth, Northumberland, England – Easter Eggstravaganza
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Wallington, near Morpeth, Northumberland, England – Easter Eggstravaganza

[ March 31, 2013 11:00 am to April 1, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Enjoy Easter fun at Wallington with craft activities, face-painting, games and races plus an Easter bonnet competition on Sunday 31 March and decorated egg competition and egg and spoon race on Monday 1 April. Small charge for some activities. Wallington, near Morpeth, Northumberland, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Wallington, near Morpeth, Northumberland, England
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Crom, Newtownbutler, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland – Easter Egg-stravaganza
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Crom, Newtownbutler, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland – Easter Egg-stravaganza

[ March 31, 2013; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Come along for some Easter fun, as you follow the trail around the estate to locate the chocolate treasure. Egg trail 1 per child. Crom, Newtownbutler, County Fermanagh, Northern Irelandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Crom, Newtownbutler, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland
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