In the footsteps of Jean Cocteau
By: Frederic de Poligny | June 18, 2013 – 5:52 am | No Comment

One of the appeals of Menton on the French Riviera is the largest museum dedicated to the works of Jean Cocteau (1889-1963), a famous French artist who died fifty years ago. Frederic exolores the museum and the three towns forever linked with his work

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Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Ireland – Tours to the Top 2013
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:36 am | No Comment
Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Ireland – Tours to the Top 2013

[ May 4, 2013 10:00 am to May 6, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Come and climb the secret staircase to the rooftop walkway. Spectacular views across Wearside and County Durham. Open weekends and bank holidays, 30 March – 29 September. Tours last approx. 20 mins. Last entry 4.40pm.Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Irelandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Ireland
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Dunham Massey Hall, Altrincham, Cheshire, England – Watercolours for Beginners
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:31 am | No Comment
Dunham Massey Hall, Altrincham, Cheshire, England – Watercolours for Beginners

[ May 4, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Find your artistic talent with local artist Chris BeesleyDunham Massey Hall, Altrincham, Cheshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Dunham Massey Hall, Altrincham, Cheshire, England
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Allan Bank and Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, England – Wild Night Out
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:31 am | No Comment
Allan Bank and Grasmere, Grasmere, Cumbria, England – Wild Night Out

[ May 4, 2013; 8:15 pm to 9:30 pm. ] Join us at sunset as we head into the Allan Bank woodland for an after dark adventure with bat specialist Thurston Watson. Learn about the wildlife on our doorstep, listen and look for bats and learn how they hunt, feed and communicate through echo location. Then head back the house with us for [...]

Belton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, England – Belton Wildlife Explorers Club
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:28 am | No Comment
Belton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, England – Belton Wildlife Explorers Club

[ May 4, 2013; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Hands on Wildlife activities, suitable for 7-11 years. This is a joint venture between the National Trust & the RSPB. There will be a small charge. Accompanying adults free.Belton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukBelton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, England
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Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Family Weekend Club
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:26 am | No Comment
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Family Weekend Club

[ May 4, 2013 12:00 pm to May 5, 2013 4:00 pm. ] You can carry on ticking things off your list without our help on the weekends! Many things on the list of 50 Things to do before youre 11 are available all year round at Dinefwr. Become part of the Family Weekend Club and fill your Saturdays or Sundays with free activities for all the family. [...]

Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth, Cumbria, England – Natural Inspiration Exhibition
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:50 pm | No Comment
Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth, Cumbria, England – Natural Inspiration Exhibition

[ May 4, 2013 11:00 am to May 9, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Up-cycled textiles in a Georgian garden The garden that inspired Wordsworth continues to be a source of creativity. We are delighted to host an exhibition by Maryport textile artist Dianne Standen. Taking her themes from the natural forms and colours of the Lake District and Solway coast landscape, she has fashioned a unique installation [...]

Stourhead, near Mere, Wiltshire, England – NGS Open Day
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:49 pm | No Comment
Stourhead, near Mere, Wiltshire, England – NGS Open Day

[ May 4, 2013; 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. ] Enjoy the glories of the world-famous landscape garden in spring and help the charities that the NGS scheme raises funds for.Stourhead, near Mere, Wiltshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Stourhead, near Mere, Wiltshire, England
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Sheringham Park, Upper Sheringham, Norfolk, England – Parkrun
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:47 pm | No Comment
Sheringham Park, Upper Sheringham, Norfolk, England – Parkrun

[ May 4, 2013; 9:00 am to 10:30 am. ] A free weekly 5km event for runners of all standards. A timed fun run offering an opportunity for all the local community, male or female, young or old, to come together on a regular basis to enjoy this beautiful park and get physically active into the bargain. For full details go to www.parkrun.org.uk/sheringham Sheringham Park, [...]

Birmingham Back to Backs, Birmingham, West Midlands, England – Rag Rug Workshop
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:46 pm | No Comment
Birmingham Back to Backs, Birmingham, West Midlands, England – Rag Rug Workshop

[ May 4, 2013; 10:30 am to 3:30 pm. ] Make a Rag Rug with our craft specialist Jessie Lindon whilst taking in the atmospheric setting of the Back to Backs Holiday Cottage. Learn about the history of this craft and how the former residents of the Back to Backs made their own Rag Rugs. Refreshments, tools and materials provided.Birmingham Back to Backs, Birmingham, [...]

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Florence Court, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland – Rare Breeds Poultry Fair
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:46 pm | No Comment
Florence Court, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland – Rare Breeds Poultry Fair

[ May 4, 2013; 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] Florence Court is the place to be if youre thinking about getting some hens to enjoy your own free range eggs. Exhibitors of pure breed poultry will be bringing all manner of rare breeds to show, talk about and sell. Seperate charge for sellers. Florence Court, Enniskillen, County Fermanagh, Northern Irelandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Florence Court, Enniskillen, County [...]

Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England – Saturday Discovery Club
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:45 pm | No Comment
Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England – Saturday Discovery Club

[ May 4, 2013; 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. ] Join us at the Discovery Centre on the first Saturday of each month for a range of explorations and activities around Clumber Park.Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England
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Plas yn Rhiw, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, Wales – Shipwrecked! Llanbedrog beach
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:45 pm | No Comment
Plas yn Rhiw, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, Wales – Shipwrecked! Llanbedrog beach

[ May 4, 2013; 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Fun and 50 things challanges at Llanbedrog beach Join National Trust rangers to practice your survival skills! From den building to map and compass activities- see how many of the 50 things to do activities you can tick off. Plas yn Rhiw, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, Waleshttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Plas yn Rhiw, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, Wales
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Godolphin, Helston, Cornwall, England – Snail Racing
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:45 pm | No Comment
Godolphin, Helston, Cornwall, England – Snail Racing

[ May 4, 2013; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Pick a snail from the Godolphin garden, and race it on our very own snail racing circuit.Godolphin, Helston, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Godolphin, Helston, Cornwall, England
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Penrhyn Castle, Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales – Skillshare
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:43 pm | No Comment
Penrhyn Castle, Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales – Skillshare

[ May 4, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Join us for a day in the woods, learning and sharing skills as well as a fair bit of networking! These events will bring together anyone interested in outdoor learning together to share resources and ideas. Skills to learn will be seasonally appropriate and will include a minimum of 3 activities with step-by-step instruction to [...]

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Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, England – Stirring up the Past
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:39 pm | No Comment
Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, England – Stirring up the Past

[ May 4, 2013 11:00 am to May 5, 2013 3:00 pm. ] Join our costumed interpreters in the Servants Quarters to discover more about life below stairs. Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, England
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Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Wales – Storytelling for Children
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:38 pm | No Comment
Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Wales – Storytelling for Children

[ May 4, 2013; 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm. ] An enchanting half hour of storytelling which will keep your little ones – and you – enthralled. Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Waleshttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Wales
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Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England – Tai Chi in the Park
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:37 pm | No Comment
Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England – Tai Chi in the Park

[ May 4, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Discover the ancient art of Tai Chi in a tranquil natural setting a great way to relax the mind and body. 5 per lesson and free entry!Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England
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Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – Get Medieval!
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:23 pm | No Comment
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – Get Medieval!

[ May 4, 2013 11:00 am to May 6, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Take in the sights and smells of our 15th century encampment in the Abbey ruins with Rosa Mundi Living History. Visit medieval tents to discover more about archery and the English longbow, traditional crafts, music, dancing and cookery.Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, [...]

Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England – Gibside Farmers’ Market
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:22 pm | No Comment
Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England – Gibside Farmers’ Market

[ May 4, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Buy fresh seasonal foods and high quality crafts direct from local producers, plus tasting and cooking demos. First and third Saturday every month. Free entry to Market however normal admission charges apply to the rest of the Estate.Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England
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Dunham Massey Hall, Altrincham, Cheshire, England – Guided Walk – Two Villages Walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:20 pm | No Comment
Dunham Massey Hall, Altrincham, Cheshire, England – Guided Walk – Two Villages Walk

[ May 4, 2013; 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Join us for a walk outside the park walls to find out about Dunham Town and Little Bollington.Dunham Massey Hall, Altrincham, Cheshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Dunham Massey Hall, Altrincham, Cheshire, England
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Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher, Surrey, England – Guided Walks around Claremont
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:20 pm | No Comment
Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher, Surrey, England – Guided Walks around Claremont

[ May 4, 2013; 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Meet at the kiosk and enjoy a guided walk around Claremont looking at the history of the landscape garden from 1715 to the present.Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher, Surrey, England
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Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England – Honey bees
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:19 pm | No Comment
Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England – Honey bees

[ May 4, 2013; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Weather permitting. Ever wondered what goes on in a bee hive, interested in having a look? If so, then accompany the ranger and help inspect the beehives here in Kingston Lacy car park. All safety kit provided.Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England
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Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England – Killerton parkrun
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:17 pm | No Comment
Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England – Killerton parkrun

[ May 4, 2013; 9:00 am to 10:00 am. ] Every Saturday of the year 9.00am start. A free 5K family event for runners of all ages and abilities. Its not a race but a timed run organised and marshalled by local volunteers. Register at parkrun.org.uk/killerton free entry. Every Saturday throughout the yearKillerton, Exeter, Devon, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England
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Stowe, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, England – Launch of Stowe’s Explorer and Play map
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:17 pm | No Comment
Stowe, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, England – Launch of Stowe’s Explorer and Play map

[ May 4, 2013 10:00 am to May 5, 2013 6:00 pm. ] Pick up the exciting new Stowe explorer map and attempt to do 26 of the Ultimate 50 challenges at Stowe.Stowe, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Stowe, Buckingham, Buckinghamshire, England
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Berrington Hall, Berrington, Herefordshire, England – Life below stairs
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:17 pm | No Comment
Berrington Hall, Berrington, Herefordshire, England – Life below stairs

[ May 4, 2013 10:00 am to May 6, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Explore the hidden life of the servants at Berrington Hall. Find out how they used concealed staircases and discreet doorways to keep their work out of the way of the family and their guests. Meet some of the staff and speak to them about the work that they do to keep the house running.Berrington [...]

Godolphin, Helston, Cornwall, England – Make a Trail with Sticks
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:15 pm | No Comment
Godolphin, Helston, Cornwall, England – Make a Trail with Sticks

[ May 4, 2013; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Find the coloured sticks around the Godolphin estate, and use them to make your own trail for others to follow.Godolphin, Helston, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Godolphin, Helston, Cornwall, England
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Eastbury Manor House, Barking, London, England – May Day
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:15 pm | No Comment
Eastbury Manor House, Barking, London, England – May Day

[ May 4, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Celebrate traditional May Day Celebrate the traditiosn of spring at our May Day event with Historical Promotions, – an award winning company who created historical and cultural reenactments. Come dressed like May Queen or King, join costumed dancers around the maypole, learn about May Day traditions.Childrens crafts from 10.30a.m. – 3p.m. 2.50 per childEastbury [...]

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – Monk-y Business
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:15 pm | No Comment
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – Monk-y Business

[ May 4, 2013 11:00 am to May 5, 2013 3:00 pm. ] Pick up a trail and step into the role of laybrother, choir monk or abbot to discover what life was like for the monks of Fountains Abbey.Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England
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