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Ham House and Garden, Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey, England – To copy a king
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:36 am | No Comment
Ham House and Garden, Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey, England – To copy a king

[ May 2, 2013; 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Join us for a half hour tour in the house exploring Hams royal connections. Tours by timed ticket available on the day. Spaces limited to 20 people per tour.Ham House and Garden, Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Ham House and Garden, Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey, England
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Woolsthorpe Manor, Water Lane, near Grantham, Lincolnshire, England – Toddler trails
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:36 am | No Comment
Woolsthorpe Manor, Water Lane, near Grantham, Lincolnshire, England – Toddler trails

[ May 2, 2013; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] Trails and activities for little hands!Woolsthorpe Manor, Water Lane, near Grantham, Lincolnshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Woolsthorpe Manor, Water Lane, near Grantham, Lincolnshire, England
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Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, England – Vegetable Garden Workshop
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:33 am | No Comment
Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, England – Vegetable Garden Workshop

[ May 2, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Join one of our Gardeners for a workshop all about vegetables and our wonderful Walled Garden. From chard to chillies, beans to brassicas, come along to our free workshops where well cover everything from seed sowing under glass and outdoors, pricking out, planting and much more.Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, England
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Belton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, England – Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:28 am | No Comment
Belton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, England – Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)

[ May 2, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am – 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.Belton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukBelton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, England
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Sheffield Park and Garden, Sheffield Park, East Sussex, England – Spring Garden Tours
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:41 pm | No Comment
Sheffield Park and Garden, Sheffield Park, East Sussex, England – Spring Garden Tours

[ May 2, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Every Tuesday and Thursday throughout the year, go on a tour with one of our experienced garden stewards. Enjoy the spring colours which look stunning at this time of year and hear about the history of the garden, just meet at reception at 11am.Sheffield Park and Garden, Sheffield Park, East Sussex, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Sheffield Park and [...]

Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, England – Spring Wildflower Walks
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:39 pm | No Comment
Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, England – Spring Wildflower Walks

[ May 2, 2013; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Join Senior Gardener Pete on a free walk through the Gardens and beyond looking at the Cliveden flora blooming in late spring. Meet at the Information Centre at 2pm, the walk will be going off paths so do have suitable footwear.Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, England
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Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, England – Garden Walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:23 pm | No Comment
Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, England – Garden Walk

[ May 2, 2013; 2:15 pm to 3:45 pm. ] Free guided walk around the garden talking about the history of the garden and highlighting whats good to see each week. Guided walk led by one of our garden volunteers sharing their passion for the property and love of plants.Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, England
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Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, England – Get Growing- Hanging Baskets
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:23 pm | No Comment
Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, England – Get Growing- Hanging Baskets

[ May 2, 2013; 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. ] Dont miss this wonderful hands-on gardening session. Enjoy a special afternoon of expert instruction, giving you tips to transform your garden, however large or small. Bring along your own hanging basket to plant up for a stunning summer display. Please bring along your own basket to plant up (max. 16 diameter) plants provided.Cliveden, [...]

St Agnes to Padstow, St Agnes, Cornwall, England – Great South West Walk 2013: Crantock (Fern Pit ferry) to Holywell
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:21 pm | No Comment
St Agnes to Padstow, St Agnes, Cornwall, England – Great South West Walk 2013: Crantock (Fern Pit ferry) to Holywell

[ May 2, 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 Crantock and Holywell, a distance of 4.8 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 organising [...]

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The Buscot and Coleshill Estates, near Swindon, Wiltshire, England – History Walk at White Horse Hill
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:19 pm | No Comment
The Buscot and Coleshill Estates, near Swindon, Wiltshire, England – History Walk at White Horse Hill

[ May 2, 2013; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Timeline through the Hills history Come and join our National Trust White Horse Hill Ranger on a walk around this beautiful historical landscape. You will be given a detailed history on this ancient monument and information about the upkeep of the chalk horse.The Buscot and Coleshill Estates, near Swindon, Wiltshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/The Buscot and Coleshill Estates, [...]

Dunstable Downs, Chilterns Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, England – Little Lambs Group
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:17 pm | No Comment
Dunstable Downs, Chilterns Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, England – Little Lambs Group

[ May 2, 2013; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] A crafty fun club for toddlers at Dunstable Downs Enjoy a chat with other mums as the kids enjoy creative play! They will get to make all sorts of crafty fun with us as you relax and watch. The children can try creative craft activities every week and imaginative play!In term time only.Dunstable Downs, Chilterns [...]

Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, England – Wolfe and Quebec House
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:41 pm | No Comment
Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, England – Wolfe and Quebec House

[ May 2, 2013; 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm. ] Free guided tours every Thursday from 7 March 2013 to 31 October 2013. Guided tour taking a closer look at Wolfes achievement in winning the war for North America.Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, England
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Formby, Formby, Merseyside, England – Beach Survey
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:40 pm | No Comment
Formby, Formby, Merseyside, England – Beach Survey

[ May 2, 2013; 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Come and help survey the extraordinary diversity of our shores with Marine Biologists, mapping the flora and fauna around Liverpool Bay. This survey will support the recommendation of the Sefton Coast as a Marine Conservation Zone.Formby, Formby, Merseyside, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Formby, Formby, Merseyside, England
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Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, near Leominster, Herefordshire, England – Birds for beginners
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:39 pm | No Comment
Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, near Leominster, Herefordshire, England – Birds for beginners

[ May 2, 2013; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] How do you tell the difference between house martins and swallows? If you want your simple bird questions answered join our gardener as he takes you on a beginners guided walk around the gardens and fishpools, identifying some of our common native birds.Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, near Leominster, Herefordshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, [...]

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Glendurgan Garden, near Falmouth, Cornwall, England – Bluebell Walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:38 pm | No Comment
Glendurgan Garden, near Falmouth, Cornwall, England – Bluebell Walk

[ May 2, 2013; 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Discover the beauty of bluebells with a guided spring walk Join one of our garden team and take a tour around Glendurgan at this wonderful time of year. See the lovely spring flowers and learn more about this fascinating valley garden and what it has to offer.Glendurgan Garden, near Falmouth, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Glendurgan Garden, [...]

Ham House and Garden, Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey, England – Cabinets by candlelight
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:38 pm | No Comment
Ham House and Garden, Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey, England – Cabinets by candlelight

[ May 2, 2013; 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm. ] An exclusive night time viewing of our beautiful cabinet collection by candlelight, includes complimentary drink.Ham House and Garden, Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Ham House and Garden, Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey, England
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Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, Arlington, near Barnstaple, Devon, England – Caring for carriages
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:37 pm | No Comment
Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, Arlington, near Barnstaple, Devon, England – Caring for carriages

[ May 2, 2013; 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] See how we care for our collection of notable carriages, from the humble dog cart to the grand state coaches. A member of our team will be on hand to answer any questions and demostrate the techniques we use to look after our unique assembly of carriages.Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, [...]

NTS carpark, Tiroran, Burg Farm, Scotland – Ardmeanach townships guided walk
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
NTS carpark, Tiroran, Burg Farm, Scotland – Ardmeanach townships guided walk

[ May 2, 2012; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Join the ranger service and local historian Christine Leach as she brings to life some of the ruined buildings around Burg farm with stories of their previous inhabitants! There will be an opportunity to visit her nearby Cottage Museum and Archive after the walk. Booking essential on 01681 700659 or 07717581405NTS carpark, Tiroran, Burg Farm, [...]

Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge – Exhibition – Ruffs and Collars
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:33 am | No Comment
Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge – Exhibition – Ruffs and Collars

[ May 2, 2012; 3:00 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
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:33 am | No Comment
Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixham – Shoal Art Brixham

[ May 2, 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
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:33 am | No Comment
Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall – Bluebells at Glendurgan

[ May 2, 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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Buckland Abbey, Garden and Estate, Yelverton – In Depth Tours
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:33 am | No Comment
Buckland Abbey, Garden and Estate, Yelverton – In Depth Tours

[ May 2, 2012; 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Join one of our volunteer guides to see parts of the Abbey normally closed to the public, and learn more about its fascinating history.Buckland Abbey, Garden and Estate, Yelvertonhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=b5eca67e-4d62-4506-8947-a7364d10eb62Buckland Abbey, Garden and Estate, Yelverton
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Bookham Commons, London & South East – Song of the nightingale
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:33 am | No Comment
Bookham Commons, London & South East – Song of the nightingale

[ May 2, 2012; 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. ] Join Ranger, Ian Swinney for an evening walk on Bookham Commons to hear what many regard as the most stunning sound that a songbird can make, the liquid call of the Nightingale. Listen to the beautiful song of the nightingale Price: Adult 5, Child 2.50Bookham Commons, London & South Easthttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=0e68b58d-7f34-436a-9e7d-6f2f91ff6342Bookham Commons, London & South [...]

Padstow – Padstow ?Obby ?Oss
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:08 am | No Comment
Padstow – Padstow ?Obby ?Oss

[ May 2, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The first day of May is Obby Oss day in Padstow.* The origins of this traditional celebration are lost in the midst of time but it is thought to celebrate the arrival of Spring and may even be an ancient fertility festival.* Unless May 1st falls on a Sunday in which case the Obby Oss [...]

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Stilton – Stilton Cheese Rolling
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:08 am | No Comment
Stilton – Stilton Cheese Rolling

[ May 2, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Cheese Rolling has become an annual event in Stilton and every May Day hundreds of villagers and visitors make their way to the main street to watch the teams battling for the honour of being called the Stilton Cheese Rolling Champions.Stiltonhttp://www.stilton.org/about_rolling.htmlStilton

Urchfont – Urchfont Scarecrow Festival
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:08 am | No Comment
Urchfont – Urchfont Scarecrow Festival

[ May 2, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Urchfonthttp://www.kennet-communityweb.com/site/Urchfont-Community-Web/Urchfont

Cheshire – Adopt a Farm Animal Day
By: | July 22, 2011 – 4:16 pm | No Comment
Cheshire – Adopt a Farm Animal Day

[ May 2, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Come to the Farm and meet the animals which are up for adoption. Choose from Rosie the Red Poll, Blossom the Clydesdale Horse and Tallulah theTamworth Pig. Normal charges and times apply.Tatton ParkKnutsfordCheshireWA16 6QNTel:01625 374400Email:tatton@cheshireeast.gov.ukCheshireCheshire

Cheltenham, Gloucestershire – Cheltenham Jazz Festival
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:32 pm | No Comment
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire – Cheltenham Jazz Festival

[ May 2, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] May Bank Holiday sees the return of Cheltenham Jazz Festival and Guest Director Jamie CullumCheltenham, Gloucestershirehttp://www.cheltenhamfestivals.com/jazzCheltenham, Gloucestershire