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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Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – The Coombe Valley series, an Exhibition by Rob Collins
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:36 am | No Comment
Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – The Coombe Valley series, an Exhibition by Rob Collins

[ April 26, 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 [...]

Basildon Park, Berkshire, England – Nature Walks 2013
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:32 am | No Comment
Basildon Park, Berkshire, England – Nature Walks 2013

[ April 26, 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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Bodiam Castle, Bodiam, near Robertsbridge, East Sussex, England – Volunteer Open Day At Bodiam Castle : Friday 26th and Saturday 27th April 2013
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Bodiam Castle, Bodiam, near Robertsbridge, East Sussex, England – Volunteer Open Day At Bodiam Castle : Friday 26th and Saturday 27th April 2013

[ April 26, 2013 11:00 am to April 27, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Would you love to share your skills and enthusiasm with others, meet new people and generally have fun? Then come along and find out more about the exciting volunteering opportunities here at Bodiam Castle. Our team of volunteers will be on hand to chat to you about the various roles. There will also [...]

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

[ April 26, 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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Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire, England – Obsessions of an English gentleman
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:48 pm | No Comment
Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire, England – Obsessions of an English gentleman

[ April 26, 2013; 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. ] Join the National Trusts nature and wildlife expert, Matthew Oates, as he explores how Sir Vauncey captured his natural history obsession. Includes a light lunch.Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire, England
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Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, England – Photography Masterclass
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:47 pm | No Comment
Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, England – Photography Masterclass

[ April 26, 2013; 7:00 am to 11:00 am. ] Enjoy exclusive access to the grounds at Hinton Ampner with professional tuition from Martin Gardner. The course is aimed at intermediate photographers with either a bridge or SLR camera. price includes bacon roll, tea and coffee This morning workshop will let you photograph Hinton Ampner in the early morning light, capturing the stunning swathes of [...]

Plas yn Rhiw, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, Wales – Taith gyda’r garddwr – Walk with the gardener
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Plas yn Rhiw, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, Wales – Taith gyda’r garddwr – Walk with the gardener

[ April 26, 2013; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Dewch i weld gerddir Plas gydar garddwr te a chacen yn gynwysiedig yn y pris Come and see the Plas gardens with the gardener tea and cake included Dewch i ddysgu mwy am yr ardd arbennig yma ai hanes -sut y cafodd ei achub o ddifetha gan dair chwaer a pam eu bod yn [...]

Boscastle, Boscastle, Cornwall, England – Great South West Walk 2013: Wanson to Crackington Haven
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:21 pm | No Comment
Boscastle, Boscastle, Cornwall, England – Great South West Walk 2013: Wanson to Crackington Haven

[ April 26, 2013; 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. ] The Great South West Walk is being organised by the South West Coast Path Association (SWCPA). Were helping on the stretch between Wanson and Crackington Haven, a distance of 6.4 miles. Join us and help to raise essential funds for the SWCP. With its 40th anniversary in 2013, the SWCPA is celebrating this milestone by [...]

Stourhead, near Mere, Wiltshire, England – Guided Walk of Stourhead Estate
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:20 pm | No Comment
Stourhead, near Mere, Wiltshire, England – Guided Walk of Stourhead Estate

[ April 26, 2013; 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Venture beyond the garden into the woodlands on a free tour and discover how we manage the wilder side of Stourhead. Please wear stout footwear and warm waterproof clothing as the woodlands can be cool, even in the summer. Our meeting points vary and will be confirmed when you book your place.Stourhead, near Mere, [...]

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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

[ April 26, 2013 11:00 am to April 30, 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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Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, , Derbyshire, England – ‘Make do and Mend and the New Look’ Fashion Show
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Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, , Derbyshire, England – ‘Make do and Mend and the New Look’ Fashion Show

[ April 26, 2013; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Featuring costumes from 1939 to 1955, this exclusive fashion show in the magnificent Long Gallery wil display items from the collection of Hope House Costume Museum and Restoration workshop. The evening begins with drinks in the Coach House Tea RoomSudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, , Derbyshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Sudbury Hall and the [...]

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

[ April 26, 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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Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England – Drop in Walk around Ilam
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Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England – Drop in Walk around Ilam

[ April 26, 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, [...]

Sandscale Haws, near Barrow in Furness, Cumbria, England – Evening natterjack toad walk 26th April 2013
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Sandscale Haws, near Barrow in Furness, Cumbria, England – Evening natterjack toad walk 26th April 2013

[ April 26, 2013; 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm. ] Mostly moderate but uneven terrain over dunes and grassland. Approx 2-3 miles. Walk involves slopes and may involve crossing stiles. Walk back will be in the dark.Sandscale Haws, near Barrow in Furness, Cumbria, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Sandscale Haws, near Barrow in Furness, Cumbria, England
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Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, England – Feel Good Friday: the Tyntesfield run
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:59 pm | No Comment
Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, England – Feel Good Friday: the Tyntesfield run

[ April 26, 2013; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. ] Blow the cobwebs away with a morning run round the Tyntesfield estate, enjoying spectacular scenery along the way. Open to all abilities – no one will be left behind. Led by members of the Nailsea Running Club. Price includes a cup of tea or filter coffee afterwards.Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, [...]

RHS Garden Rosemoor, Torrington, Devon, England – Behind the Scenes in the Nursery – The Tour
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:45 pm | No Comment
RHS Garden Rosemoor, Torrington, Devon, England – Behind the Scenes in the Nursery – The Tour

[ April 26, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] his is an opportunity for participants to come behind the scenes in the nursery to see our propagation facilities at the height of the seed sowing season and learn about how and where we grow and care for the thousands of plants for the garden each year. We will look at the tools and composts [...]

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England – Windmill Hill Archive – Public Drop
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:41 pm | No Comment
Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England – Windmill Hill Archive – Public Drop

[ April 26, 2013; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] The new Archive and Reading room at Windmill Hill is a new space to enjoy contemporary art. A unique opportunity to view the inside of this magnificent building, designed by Stephen Marshall architects. The archive is ten minutes from the Manor by car or you can reach it on foot.Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, [...]

Greys Court, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, England – Blooming Bluebells
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:39 pm | No Comment
Greys Court, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, England – Blooming Bluebells

[ April 26, 2013 10:00 am to April 27, 2013 12:00 pm. ] A bracing jaunt through the bluebell woods. Join the Gardening Team as they take you on a guided walk through the beautiful bluebell woods, the Greys Court estate woodland and the gardens. To prepare you for the walk, morning coffee will be served in the Cromwellian Tearoom.Greys Court, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Greys Court, Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, [...]

Hardcastle Crags, near Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, England – Crafty Friday: Photography with Sarah Mason
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:36 pm | No Comment
Hardcastle Crags, near Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, England – Crafty Friday: Photography with Sarah Mason

[ April 26, 2013; 10:30 am to 4:00 pm. ] Take photographs to be proud of and not just holiday snaps. It doesnt matter what type of camera you have. Be inspired by the atmospheric and magical surroundings at Hardcastle Crags and spend a day with professional photographer Sarah Mason. Sarahs beautiful photographs are often taken around our woodland and Mill, and she will share [...]

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Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:42 pm | No Comment
Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks

[ April 26, 2013; 10:45 am to 1:45 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
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Enniskillen, Fermanagh – The Grease and Dirty Dancing Show
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Enniskillen, Fermanagh – The Grease and Dirty Dancing Show

[ April 26, 2012; 8:00 pm; ] The Grease and Dirty Dancing Show showcases all the songs from the two hit movies/musicals. Performed by leading singers and dancers from Londons West End and supported by a sensational live band, the production brings a touch of The West End to your doorstep. Put on your dancing shoes or maybe even dress in your [...]

Saltram, Plymouth – Themed Guided Tours
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Saltram, Plymouth – Themed Guided Tours

[ April 26, 2012; 11:15 am to 11:45 am. ] Join our National Trust trained tour guides for a themed half hour taster tour. Be enthralled as our guides bring to life the stories of the people that lived and worked here, upstairs and downstairs, and how they changed and influenced Saltram. Themes include: Where are the toilets?, Sir Joshua Reynolds and Servant Life at [...]

Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge – Exhibition – Ruffs and Collars
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Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge – Exhibition – Ruffs and Collars

[ April 26, 2012; 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Local artist, Grace de Berker, is holding her first Gloucestershire exhibition at Newark Park.Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edgehttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=e83cd503-8e11-4fc5-a7db-3d19777c1bdfNewark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge
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Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixham – Shoal Art Brixham
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Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixham – Shoal Art Brixham

[ April 26, 2012; 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] Featuring the work of Nicky Stevenson, Emma Carter, John Gillo, Julia Finzel, Kevin Wright, John Stevenson and Elisabeth Hadley. These award winning professional artists produce a visual feast for all.Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixhamhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=7a9ca0e4-5839-48b6-a66c-ddb83668060bGreenway, Galmpton, near Brixham
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Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall – Bluebells at Glendurgan
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Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall – Bluebells at Glendurgan

[ April 26, 2012; 10:30 am to 5:30 pm. ] Take a spring walk around this wonderful valley garden and enjoy the sight of the beautiful bluebells. The best time to see these lovely spring flowers is from mid April to May.Glendurgan Garden, Cornwallhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=5ffd5d3a-ab0c-40c8-90d3-75b49a708f4bGlendurgan Garden, Cornwall
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Drum Castle Garden & Estate, Aberdeenshire – All in an April Evening Concert
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Drum Castle Garden & Estate, Aberdeenshire – All in an April Evening Concert

[ April 26, 2012; 7:30 pm to 8:40 pm. ] The highly acclaimed Morven Singers perform songs from their repertoire in the exquisite surrounding of Drum castle Library. Join us for an enchanting evening at Drum Castle with the Aberdeenshire Choir – The Morven Singers, who are celebrating 50 years together. For further information please call 0844 4932161Drum Castle Garden & Estate, Aberdeenshirehttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Drum-Castle-Garden-Estate/All-in-an-April-Evening-Concert/Drum Castle Garden [...]

Wroxeter Roman City, Shropshire – Meet the Builders
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Wroxeter Roman City, Shropshire – Meet the Builders

[ April 26, 2012; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Take a guided tour of Wroxeter Roman Town House with two of the builders. A fascinating insight into this authentically recreated Roman town house, which was built using Roman materials and engineering for a documentary series screened on Channel 4 in February 2010. Tour and talk last approximately two hours. Please wrap up warm as [...]

Bangor – Onyx Brass Tour
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Bangor – Onyx Brass Tour

[ April 26, 2012; 8:00 pm; ] JACK is focused on the commissioning & performance of new works, leading them to work closely with composers Helmut Lachenmann, Gyrgy Kurtg, Matthias Pintscher & Georg Friedrich Haas.Bangorhttp://www.discovernorthernireland.com/Onyx-Brass-Tour-Bangor-P26946Bangor
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