Letter from France: May 2013
By: Frederic de Poligny | May 19, 2013 – 6:42 am | No Comment

Whether you’re a novice or seasoned traveller, France will steal your heart. Each month, Frederic – our French correspondent – gives us the low-down on what to see and do across the channel

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Coleridge Cottage, Bridgwater, Somerset, England – The Cottage Uncovered
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:37 am | No Comment
Coleridge Cottage, Bridgwater, Somerset, England – The Cottage Uncovered

[ May 6, 2013; 11:30 am to 3:15 pm. ] 1940s tanks, petrol pumps and phantom dogs What do these have to do with Coleridge Cottage? Join our expert guides on this tour of the forgotten history of the cottage and find out. Coleridge Cottage, Bridgwater, Somerset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Coleridge Cottage, Bridgwater, Somerset, 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

[ May 6, 2013 12:00 pm to May 7, 2013 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits [...]

Woolacombe, Mortehoe and Ilfracombe, Woolacombe, Devon, England – North Devon Marathon – fun training runs
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:48 pm | No Comment
Woolacombe, Mortehoe and Ilfracombe, Woolacombe, Devon, England – North Devon Marathon – fun training runs

[ May 6, 2013; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Taking part in the North Devon marathon, or do you just love a good run in the great outdoors? Join us on our fun training runs, a great way to get together as a group and enjoy the fantastic coastal scenery whilst getting fit. Varied terrain including beach and dunes. Woolacombe, Mortehoe and Ilfracombe, [...]

South Cornwall Coast, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, England – Roseland community beach cleans at Pendower
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:45 pm | No Comment
South Cornwall Coast, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, England – Roseland community beach cleans at Pendower

[ May 6, 2013; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Soak in fantastic views and fresh air whilst helping to keep this beautiful beach clean. We meet in the afternoon on the first Monday each month.Gloves, bags and litter-pickers provided. Just bring your enthusiasm to help out for an hour or so. South Cornwall Coast, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/South Cornwall Coast, Sunderland, [...]

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South Cornwall Coast, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, England – Roseland community beach cleans at Porthcurnick
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:45 pm | No Comment
South Cornwall Coast, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, England – Roseland community beach cleans at Porthcurnick

[ May 6, 2013; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Soak in fantastic views and fresh air whilst helping to keep our beautiful beach clean. We meet on the first Monday of every month. Gloves, bags and litter-pickers provided. Just bring your enthusiasm to help out for an hour or so. South Cornwall Coast, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/South Cornwall Coast, Sunderland, Tyne & [...]

Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Have A Go Archery
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:20 pm | No Comment
Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Have A Go Archery

[ May 6, 2013; 11:00 am to 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. Links which you [...]

Godolphin, Helston, Cornwall, England – High Tea Tours
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:19 pm | No Comment
Godolphin, Helston, Cornwall, England – High Tea Tours

[ May 6, 2013; 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. ] Enjoy a guided tour of Godolphin House followed by high tea in the 15th century dining room. After a guided tour of Godolphin House, retire to the 15th century dining room and enjoy a cream tea, sandwiches and cakes baked in Godolphins own kitchen.Godolphin, Helston, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Godolphin, Helston, Cornwall, England
There are many organisations in the [...]

Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England – Costume Day
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:36 pm | No Comment
Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England – Costume Day

[ May 6, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Come and try on one of our Tudor Costumes made by our Costume Group Maybe youd like to admire the handiwork and craft put into creating our Tudor style costumes? Or you could actually dress up as Lord and Lady of the manor. Our regular costume days are fun and inspirational for people [...]

Lyme Regis Fossil Festival -2013
By: The Editor | April 30, 2013 – 9:58 pm | No Comment
Lyme Regis Fossil Festival -2013

[ May 6, 2013; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ]
in and around Lyme Regis, Dorset. Check the programme for exact locations.

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Pendower, Cornwall, England – National Trust Roseland community beach cleans
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:49 pm | No Comment
Pendower, Cornwall, England – National Trust Roseland community beach cleans

[ May 6, 2013; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Soak in fantastic views and fresh air whilst helping to keep our beautiful beach clean. We meet on the first Monday of every month. Gloves, bags and litter-pickers provided. Just bring your enthusiasm to help out for an hour or so.Pendower, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukPendower, Cornwall, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing [...]

Porthcurnick, Cornwall, England – National Trust Roseland community beach cleans
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:48 pm | No Comment
Porthcurnick, Cornwall, England – National Trust Roseland community beach cleans

[ May 6, 2013; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Soak in fantastic views and fresh air whilst helping to keep our beautiful beach clean. We meet on the first Monday of every month. Gloves, bags and litter-pickers provided. Just bring your enthusiasm to help out for an hour or so.Porthcurnick, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukPorthcurnick, Cornwall, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing [...]

National Museum Of Scotland, Edinburgh, Scotland – Vikings: The Final Saga
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:22 pm | No Comment
National Museum Of Scotland, Edinburgh, Scotland – Vikings: The Final Saga

[ May 6, 2013; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Enjoy a last long weekend of Viking activity, with music, Gallery Safaris, make and take, and our unmissable family show.National Museum Of Scotland, Edinburgh, Scotlandhttp://www.nms.ac.ukNational Museum Of Scotland, Edinburgh, Scotland
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. Links which you can [...]

Publow, Somerset, England – North Somerset Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:17 am | No Comment
Publow, Somerset, England – North Somerset Show

[ May 6, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Publow, Somerset, Englandhttp://www.nsas.org.uk/Publow, Somerset, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. Links which you can use to find out what programs are available, and what the benefits are can be found [...]

Speyside, Moray, Scotland – Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:16 am | No Comment
Speyside, Moray, Scotland – Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival

[ May 6, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Themed on Whisky, Food, Music and the Heritage & Culture of Speyside, the 2013 Festival will offer a wide array of quality events.Speyside, Moray, Scotlandhttp://www.spiritofspeyside.com/Speyside, Moray, Scotland
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. Links which you can use to find [...]

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Bishop Auckland, County Durham, England – The Grand RaleWAY weekend
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:16 am | No Comment
Bishop Auckland, County Durham, England – The Grand RaleWAY weekend

[ May 6, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Drink and be merry! More information on the website.Bishop Auckland, County Durham, EnglandBishop Auckland, County Durham, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. Links which you can use to find out what programs are available, and what the benefits [...]

Cobb Gate Car Park, Lyme Regis, Dorset – Travelling Pliosaur Cinema
By: | May 3, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Cobb Gate Car Park, Lyme Regis, Dorset – Travelling Pliosaur Cinema

[ May 6, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Travelling Pliosaur Cinema is a life-size Jurassic sea lizard (Horace) who will be touring the Dorset and Devon Jurassic Coast this summer. Brought to you by performing professors, audiences are invited to explore Horace and prepare him for the day, before venturing into his cavernous belly on a cinematic journey. Here you will experience the [...]

Marine Parade, Lyme Regis, Dorset – Collaborative Curiosity
By: | May 3, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Marine Parade, Lyme Regis, Dorset – Collaborative Curiosity

[ May 6, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] The aim of the experiment is to develop new ways for people to better understand and appreciate The Jurassic Coast by fusing the local geology and palaeontology with some of the latest available digital technology.Collaborative Curiosity will be based in the marquee at Discovering Earth on the main beach where we will have scientists and [...]

Marine Parade, Lyme Regis, Dorset – Lyme Regis Fossil Festival
By: | May 3, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Marine Parade, Lyme Regis, Dorset – Lyme Regis Fossil Festival

[ May 6, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] 2012 sees the sixth annual Fossil Festival which is now a major international event in the world of arts and Earth sciences, bringing together around 14,000 children, adults, scientists and artists for a weekend of fossiling fun and frolics. This year the theme is Discovering the Earth.Grand Marquee Open 10:00 – 17:00VenueMarine ParadeLyme RegisDT7 3BS01297 [...]

The Lyme Regis Fossil Festival 2012
By: The Editor | May 3, 2012 – 9:45 am | No Comment
The Lyme Regis Fossil Festival 2012

[ May 6, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ]
various locations in Lyme Regis, Dorset; see website for details

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Banff Beltane Bash
By: The Editor | May 3, 2012 – 9:37 am | No Comment
Banff Beltane Bash

[ May 6, 2012 to May 7, 2012. ]
Banff Castle, Castle Street, Banff, AB45 1DL
On Sunday the gates open at 6pm and on Monday 11am

Branklyn Garden, Perth – Scotland’s Gardens Open Day
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Branklyn Garden, Perth – Scotland’s Gardens Open Day

[ May 6, 2012; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] A National Trust for Scotland event in support of Scotlands Gardens.This attractive garden in Perth was once described as the finest two acres of private garden in the country.It contains an outstanding collection of plants particularly rhododendrons, alpine, herbaceous and peat-loving plants, which attract gardeners and botanists from all over the world. For further information [...]

Robert Burns Birthplace Musuem, Ayr – Shaping Scotland: Burns and Scott
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Robert Burns Birthplace Musuem, Ayr – Shaping Scotland: Burns and Scott

[ May 6, 2012; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Talk – Glasgow University Emeritus Professor Douglas Gifford seeks the truth behind the mythologies of Scotlands two great writers.Join us for our free Sunday lecture series. Call 0844 463 2601 or email burns@nts.org.ukRobert Burns Birthplace Musuem, Ayrhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Robert-Burns-Birthplace-Museum/Shaping-Scotland-Burns-and-Scott/Robert Burns Birthplace Musuem, Ayr
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events [...]

Brodie Castle, Moray, Scotland – Music in a Marquee with Michael Macmillan
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Brodie Castle, Moray, Scotland – Music in a Marquee with Michael Macmillan

[ May 6, 2012; 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Enjoy lively music and song with popular accordionist Michael Macmillan. Afternoon tea and tasty home bakes will be available.An afternoon of music and song from Michael Macmillan and friends. Held in a marquee on the castle lawns this event is free to enter. This event is part of the Spirit of Speyside Whisky Festival. For [...]

Drum Castle Garden & Estate, Aberdeenshire – Mad Hatter’s May Day Tea Party
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Drum Castle Garden & Estate, Aberdeenshire – Mad Hatter’s May Day Tea Party

[ May 6, 2012; 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Join us for our May Day Celebrations, which includes entrance to the Castle and Gardens. Make a mad hat in the craft room and wear it in our Mad Hatters Tea Tent, outdoor games set up on the lawn, traditional morris dancers in the courtyard, plant sales in the courtyard. Ticket price includes free entry [...]

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Arduaine Garden, Oban, Scotland – Arduaine Spring Festival 2012
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Arduaine Garden, Oban, Scotland – Arduaine Spring Festival 2012

[ May 6, 2012; 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Now entering its third year the Arduaine Spring Festival is growing from strength to strength. The 2012 event will be held over the weekend of 4-6 May, and participants will enjoy a packed programme of guest speakers and tours with experts plus overnight accommodation and gourmet dining in the magnificent Loch Melfort Hotel. For further [...]

Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge – Exhibition – Ruffs and Collars
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:36 am | No Comment
Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge – Exhibition – Ruffs and Collars

[ May 6, 2012; 6:00 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. Links which you can use to find out what programs are available, and what [...]

Nymans, near Haywards Heath – Spinners & Weavers demonstration
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:36 am | No Comment
Nymans, near Haywards Heath – Spinners & Weavers demonstration

[ May 6, 2012; 10:30 am to 3:30 pm. ] The Sussex Guild of Spinners and Weavers will be in residence for the Bank holiday demonstrating their craft. Watch them work and browse their beautiful collection of handmade creations…Nymans, near Haywards Heathhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=11a8ca7e-4997-4858-995b-9b60f4549c9eNymans, near Haywards Heath
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Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixham – Shoal Art Brixham
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:36 am | No Comment
Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixham – Shoal Art Brixham

[ May 6, 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to [...]