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 – 7:37 am | No Comment
Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – The Coombe Valley series, an Exhibition by Rob Collins

[ April 5, 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 [...]

Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, England – Treasure Island, family outdoor theatre from the Pantaloons
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:35 am | No Comment
Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, England – Treasure Island, family outdoor theatre from the Pantaloons

[ April 5, 2013; 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm. ] What better way to round off a pirate themed Easter at Tyntesfield, than with a performance of Treasure Island? Ahoy there landlubbers! Dont ye be missin this tale of treasure and treachery on the high seas. Join Jim Hawkins as he spins his yarn of plotting pirates and potty parrots. Featuring a cast of a [...]

Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, , Derbyshire, England – Upstairs, Downstairs Tour
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:34 am | No Comment
Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, , Derbyshire, England – Upstairs, Downstairs Tour

[ April 5, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Discover more about Sudbury Hall and explore the areas usually off limits in the basements and the attics and imagine how the Hall worked as a family homeSudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, , Derbyshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Sudbury Hall and the National Trust Museum of Childhood, , Derbyshire, England
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Basildon Park, Berkshire, England – Nature Walks 2013
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Basildon Park, Berkshire, England – Nature Walks 2013

[ April 5, 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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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 5, 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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Seaton Delaval Hall, Seaton Sluice, Northumberland, England – Potting and Planting – 5th and 6th April 2013
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Seaton Delaval Hall, Seaton Sluice, Northumberland, England – Potting and Planting – 5th and 6th April 2013

[ April 5, 2013 12:00 pm to April 6, 2013 2:00 pm. ] Help our friendly gardening team to pot and plant spring flowers, herbs and vegetables in our allotments. Pick up some helpful tips for your own gardenSeaton Delaval Hall, Seaton Sluice, Northumberland, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Seaton Delaval Hall, Seaton Sluice, Northumberland, England
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Blakeney National Nature Reserve, BlakeneyHol, Norfolk, England – Refreshing Walk
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Blakeney National Nature Reserve, BlakeneyHol, Norfolk, England – Refreshing Walk

[ April 5, 2013; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] We first acquired Blakeney Point in 1912 – one of the very first National Trust nature reserves – find out how we have been caring for this special bit of coastline for over 100 years. Join our experienced coastal ranger for an intriguing guided 3.5 mile (2 hour) walk around the beautiful Blakeney Freshes [...]

Seaton Delaval Hall, Seaton Sluice, Northumberland, England – Honey Bees – 5 and 6 April 2013
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Seaton Delaval Hall, Seaton Sluice, Northumberland, England – Honey Bees – 5 and 6 April 2013

[ April 5, 2013 11:00 am to April 6, 2013 3:00 pm. ] Come along and learn all about honey bees with our resident beekeepers – see displays, learn about the production of honey and the importance of bees in the environment, taste different flavours of Northumberland honey, and find out how you can support bees for the future.Seaton Delaval Hall, Seaton Sluice, Northumberland, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Seaton Delaval Hall, [...]

Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, England – Little Book of Memories
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:17 pm | No Comment
Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, England – Little Book of Memories

[ April 5, 2013; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Make and Edwardian scrap book, inspired by those at Lyme. All ages welcome. Garden admission applies, NT members free.Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, England
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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 5, 2013 11:00 am to April 9, 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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Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Ely, Cambridgeshire, England – Myth and Magic
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:12 pm | No Comment
Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Ely, Cambridgeshire, England – Myth and Magic

[ April 5, 2013; 10:30 am to 4:00 pm. ] Help free the tree sprite from the old fen tree, and the curse of the Fen Witch. Childrens event, suitable for age 4-10 The wicked Fen Witch has trapped the tree sprite, so she can have the fen to herself. Can you piece together the map and spell, and collect everything you need to defeat [...]

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 5, 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, [...]

Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England – Drop in Walk at Ilam Park
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Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England – Drop in Walk at Ilam Park

[ April 5, 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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Hidcote, Hidcote Bartrim, near Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, England – Evening Dining at Hidcote
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Hidcote, Hidcote Bartrim, near Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, England – Evening Dining at Hidcote

[ April 5, 2013; 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Share a special Friday evening with us at Hidcote Choose up to three courses from our A La Carte menu with a selection of great food which showcases the best of whats on offer locally, served beautifully and packed with flavour.Hidcote, Hidcote Bartrim, near Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Hidcote, Hidcote Bartrim, near Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, England
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Red House, Bexleyheath, London, England – Family Fridays
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:01 pm | No Comment
Red House, Bexleyheath, London, England – Family Fridays

[ April 5, 2013; 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Enjoy creating something Morris inspired on holiday Fridays Come and join in the fun designing wallpaper or cards using William Morris inspired designs and rubber stamps. Red House, Bexleyheath, London, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Red House, Bexleyheath, London, England
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Penrhyn Castle, Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales – Flight of Fancy
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:59 pm | No Comment
Penrhyn Castle, Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales – Flight of Fancy

[ April 5, 2013; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Its time to dust of your binoculars with Penrhyn Castles Flights of Fancy! Come and find out about the feathered friends that live in your garden, and what you can do to keep them happy. Try your hand at different bird related arts and crafts, or go out for a walk with our expert [...]

Burncoose Nurseries, Redruth, Cornwall, England – Gardening In Coastal or Windswept Locations
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:45 pm | No Comment
Burncoose Nurseries, Redruth, Cornwall, England – Gardening In Coastal or Windswept Locations

[ April 5, 2013; 9:30 am to 1:00 pm. ] Join Senior Partner of Caerhays Castle and Burncoose Nurseries, Charles Williams for a talk and guided tour covering aspects of choosing and maintaining plants in coastal and windswept areas. Includes light refreshments on arrival between 9.30am and 10am. Tour starts at 10am.Burncoose Nurseries, Redruth, Cornwall, Englandhttp://apps.rhs.org.uk/rhseventfinder/details.aspx?id=9951&r=trueBurncoose Nurseries, Redruth, Cornwall, England
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Hopleys Plants, Much Hadham, Hertfordshire, England – Shrub and Perennial Propagation
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:44 pm | No Comment
Hopleys Plants, Much Hadham, Hertfordshire, England – Shrub and Perennial Propagation

[ April 5, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Take this opportunity to learn the best propagation techniques for your garden from one of the countrys top nurseries. The day will include talks and hands on demonstrations from the nurserys top experts. See www.hopleys.co.ukHopleys Plants, Much Hadham, Hertfordshire, Englandhttp://apps.rhs.org.uk/rhseventfinder/details.aspx?id=9930&r=trueHopleys Plants, Much Hadham, Hertfordshire, England
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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 5, 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, [...]

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Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England – Behind the Scenes Tours
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:39 pm | No Comment
Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England – Behind the Scenes Tours

[ April 5, 2013; 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. ] Once a month, you can join the Waddesdon guides to learn about life at the Manor, how it was used in the 19th century and how it was run. Explore rooms where the servants lived and worked and find out how we use these areas of the House today.Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, [...]

Borthwood Copse, Near Winford, Isle of Wight, England – Borthwood Spring Walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:38 pm | No Comment
Borthwood Copse, Near Winford, Isle of Wight, England – Borthwood Spring Walk

[ April 5, 2013; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Join our Ranger on a guided walk and find out about our winter work in the woods and look for the spring wildlife that benefits from this workBorthwood Copse, Near Winford, Isle of Wight, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Borthwood Copse, Near Winford, Isle of Wight, England
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Coleton Fishacre, Kingswear, Devon, England – Coleton Fishacre Jazz Club
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:37 pm | No Comment
Coleton Fishacre, Kingswear, Devon, England – Coleton Fishacre Jazz Club

[ April 5, 2013; 7:00 pm to 9:30 pm. ] Join us on the first Friday of every month for a relaxing evening with friends. Enjoying a delicious two course supper accompanied by local jazz trio Art Deco Music. The classic tunes and elegant performance is in perfect keeping with the Art Deco elegance of Coleton Fishacre, where the Jazz era is still swinging!Coleton [...]

Cotehele, Saltash, Cornwall, England – Cotehele Quay circular walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:36 pm | No Comment
Cotehele, Saltash, Cornwall, England – Cotehele Quay circular walk

[ April 5, 2013; 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] A 4 mile walk with the Head Ranger, tracing part of the old Cotehele Estate coach track to St. Dominick and returning via Bohetherick wood.Cotehele, Saltash, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Cotehele, Saltash, Cornwall, England
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Newtownards, Down – An Exhibition by Emma Bourke
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:33 am | No Comment
Newtownards, Down – An Exhibition by Emma Bourke

[ April 5, 2012 9:00 am to April 26, 2012 4:00 pm. ] An enchanting exhibition of flame worked glass flowers and free blown pods are inspired by the natural environment where Emma spent her formative years in the west of Ireland. Newtownards, Downhttp://www.discovernorthernireland.com/An-Exhibition-by-Emma-Bourke-Newtownards-P27233Newtownards, Down
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St Johns House Museum, Warwickshire – Flat Caps & Top Hats
By: | April 3, 2012 – 12:15 pm | No Comment
St Johns House Museum, Warwickshire – Flat Caps & Top Hats

[ April 5, 2012; 10:30 am to 3:00 pm. ] Try on replica hats & see some from our collection. 10.30am- 12.00noon & 1.30pm-3.00pmSt Johns House Museum, Warwickshirehttp://www.visitwarwick.co.ukSt Johns House Museum, Warwickshire

Hill Close Gardens, Warwick, Warwickshire – Easter in the Gardens Workshop
By: | April 3, 2012 – 12:15 pm | No Comment
Hill Close Gardens, Warwick, Warwickshire – Easter in the Gardens Workshop

[ April 5, 2012; 10:30 am to 3:30 pm. ] 10.30 am to 12 noon or 2.00 pm to 3.30pm, 3.50 per child, accompanying adult free Come and explore the gardens and enjoy some Easter craft activities. Make a special Easter bonnet just for yourself then you can enter the Easter Bonnet Parade on Easter Sunday (Easter Egg Hunt and Parade 2.50 per child). Booking [...]

St Johns House Museum, Warwickshire – Caveman Capers
By: | April 3, 2012 – 12:15 pm | No Comment
St Johns House Museum, Warwickshire – Caveman Capers

[ April 5, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The life of Stone Age Man.St Johns House Museum, Warwickshirehttp://www.visitwarwick.co.ukSt Johns House Museum, Warwickshire

Royal Spa Centre, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire – All the Single Ladies
By: | April 3, 2012 – 12:15 pm | No Comment
Royal Spa Centre, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire – All the Single Ladies

[ April 5, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] All the Single Ladies course of true love never did run smooth. Three women, three stories, three lives and one problem.hangovers and revenge! Liz is a woman calls the shots. Orla has waited so long for Mr. Right she hasn’t noticed her Prince has turned into a frog. Royal Spa Centre, Leamington Spa, Warwickshirehttp://www.visitwarwick.co.ukRoyal Spa [...]