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Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Ireland – Tours to the Top 2013
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:35 am | No Comment
Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Ireland – Tours to the Top 2013

[ June 1, 2013 10:00 am to June 2, 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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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

[ June 1, 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in [...]

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

[ June 1, 2013 12:00 pm to June 2, 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

[ June 1, 2013 11:00 am to June 2, 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 [...]

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Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, England – Needles and Thimbles
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:49 pm | No Comment
Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, England – Needles and Thimbles

[ June 1, 2013; 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Learn more about 18c needlework and the decorative skills that bought 18c fabrics and cloths to life.Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, 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 [...]

Sheringham Park, Upper Sheringham, Norfolk, England – Parkrun
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:47 pm | No Comment
Sheringham Park, Upper Sheringham, Norfolk, England – Parkrun

[ June 1, 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, [...]

Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Wales – Storytelling for Children
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:46 pm | No Comment
Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Wales – Storytelling for Children

[ June 1, 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
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 [...]

Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England – Saturday Discovery Club
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:46 pm | No Comment
Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England – Saturday Discovery Club

[ June 1, 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. Links which [...]

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – St Mary’s Church Tour
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:39 pm | No Comment
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – St Mary’s Church Tour

[ June 1, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Take a tour of the richly decorated Victorian High Gothic church designed by William Burges. 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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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

[ June 1, 2013 11:00 am to June 2, 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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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

[ June 1, 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, [...]

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

[ June 1, 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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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

[ June 1, 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other [...]

Dunster Castle, near Minehead, Somerset, England – Have-a-go Archery
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:19 pm | No Comment
Dunster Castle, near Minehead, Somerset, England – Have-a-go Archery

[ June 1, 2013 11:00 am to June 2, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Try your hand at archery on the green court with one of our local archery clubs.Dunster Castle, near Minehead, Somerset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Dunster Castle, near Minehead, 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 [...]

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Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England – Honey bees
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:18 pm | No Comment
Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England – Honey bees

[ June 1, 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

[ June 1, 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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Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – Monk-y Business
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:14 pm | No Comment
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – Monk-y Business

[ June 1, 2013 11:00 am to June 2, 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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Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England – Dave’s Bodging Club : Green woodworking in the Park
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:09 pm | No Comment
Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England – Dave’s Bodging Club : Green woodworking  in the Park

[ June 1, 2013; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Try your hand at Green woodworking in our woodland workshop. Meet Dave our friendly Bodger in the copse at Trelissick and learn the skills of bodging and working with wood, warm up next to the fire and discover your creative side.Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England
There are many [...]

Knole, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Dressing up in Tudor Costume
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:07 pm | No Comment
Knole, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Dressing up in Tudor Costume

[ June 1, 2013; 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] A unique opportunity for the family to dress up in Tudor costumes, Bring your own camera and take photos of the whole family, or just the children in the Great Hall at Knole There will be a chance to discuss Tudor costumes and replica costume-making with our knowledgeable guides, who help with the selection of [...]

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Dolaucothi Gold Mines, Llanwrda, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Family Weekend Club
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:59 pm | No Comment
Dolaucothi Gold Mines, Llanwrda, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Family Weekend Club

[ June 1, 2013 12:00 pm to June 2, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Looking for something to do for free, at your own pace this weekend? 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. Youll need [...]

Formby, Formby, Merseyside, England – Beach Clean
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:40 pm | No Comment
Formby, Formby, Merseyside, England – Beach Clean

[ June 1, 2013; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Come along and help the wardens to keep our beach beautiful. Litter pickers, gloves and bags will be provided.Formby, Formby, Merseyside, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Formby, Formby, Merseyside, 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 [...]

Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher, Surrey, England – Belvedere Tower Open
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:39 pm | No Comment
Claremont Landscape Garden, Esher, Surrey, England – Belvedere Tower Open

[ June 1, 2013 2:00 pm to June 2, 2013 4:30 pm. ] Enjoy stunning views from the Belvedere Tower across the Surry countryside and towards London An opportunity to visit one of the oldest buildings on the Claremont estate dating from 1715. It was designed by Sir John Vanbrugh for the Duke of Newcastle. Today the Belvedere Tower is owned by Claremont Fan Court School [...]

Mount Stewart House, Garden and Temple of the Winds, Newtownards, County Down, Northern Ireland – Car Boot Sale (Cloned)
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:37 pm | No Comment
Mount Stewart House, Garden and Temple of the Winds, Newtownards, County Down, Northern Ireland – Car Boot Sale (Cloned)

[ June 1, 2013; 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Got some things that are taking up room in your house? Looking for a bargain? Then come along to Mount Stewarts Car Boot Sale. Taking place on the first Saturday of the month between March – September 2013, this is a great time to browse for some bargains. The sale is free to attend. [...]

Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England – Gibside Farmers’ Market
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:55 pm | No Comment
Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England – Gibside Farmers’ Market

[ June 1, 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.Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukGibside, Gateshead, Tyne and Wear, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition [...]

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Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Family Weekend Club
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:55 pm | No Comment
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Family Weekend Club

[ June 1, 2013 12:00 pm to June 2, 2013 4:00 pm. ] 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. Youll need a 50 Things scrapbook and your imagination!Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Waleshttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukDinefwr [...]

Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England – Saturday Discovery Club
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:55 pm | No Comment
Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England – Saturday Discovery Club

[ June 1, 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.ukClumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, 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 [...]

Winchester City Mill, Hampshire, England – Weekend Milling Demonstrations
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:55 pm | No Comment
Winchester City Mill, Hampshire, England – Weekend Milling Demonstrations

[ June 1, 2013 11:00 am to June 2, 2013 4:00 pm. ] See how this fully restored workng water mill produces stone-ground wholemeal flour using the power of the river Itchen.Winchester City Mill, Hampshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukWinchester City Mill, Hampshire, 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 [...]

Belton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, England – Belton Wildlife Explorers Club
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:55 pm | No Comment
Belton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, England – Belton Wildlife Explorers Club

[ June 1, 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition [...]