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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Dyrham Park, near Bath, Gloucestershire, England – Tuesday toddler trails
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:34 am | No Comment
Dyrham Park, near Bath, Gloucestershire, England – Tuesday toddler trails

[ June 4, 2013; 10:45 am to 11:45 am. ] For some fresh air and family fun, join one of our garden and park trails designed for toddlers; learn about shape, colour and numbers while exploring nature. Meet outside the Orangery down by the house at 10.45am. Dont worry if youre a few minutes late, you can always join the group when you arrive. [...]

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, Arlington, near Barnstaple, Devon, England – Unseen Arlington
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:34 am | No Comment
Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, Arlington, near Barnstaple, Devon, England – Unseen Arlington

[ June 4, 2013; 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm. ] Every Tuesday at 2pm, the House team will show you something special that you dont normally get to see here, bringing you closer to Arlington Courts people and collections. It might be a particular item, or a story from the familys history, or even a chance to find out how we deal with [...]

Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Wales – Walk with a Gardener
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:32 am | No Comment
Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Wales – Walk with a Gardener

[ June 4, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Enjoy a walk around the Winter Garden and, weather permitting, the wider Garden in the company of one of our knowledgeable gardeners. Find out more about our wonderful plants, and get answers to questions you may have.Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Waleshttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Wales
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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

[ June 4, 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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Clandon Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Garden Matters – garden talks
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:57 pm | No Comment
Clandon Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Garden Matters – garden talks

[ June 4, 2013; 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Join our Gardener in charge for talks about the seasonal activities that go on in the garden each month.Clandon Park, Guildford, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Clandon 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 can use to [...]

The Buscot and Coleshill Estates, near Swindon, Wiltshire, England – World War II Walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:40 pm | No Comment
The Buscot and Coleshill Estates, near Swindon, Wiltshire, England – World War II Walk

[ June 4, 2013; 6:00 pm to 7:45 pm. ] Join our National Trust Guide on a visit to Coleshills WWII past. Coleshill House was the GHQ for the Auxillaries – Britains Secret Resistance Organisation. Visit some of the remaining featuresin the village, including the Guard House and the Underground Operational Base. You will also be given detailed history of the training of the Auxillary [...]

Ham House and Garden, Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey, England – Behind the scenes
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:39 pm | No Comment
Ham House and Garden, Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey, England – Behind the scenes

[ June 4, 2013; 2:00 pm to 2:45 pm. ] Upstairs, downstairs – experience the unseen parts of Ham House through the eyes of the servants and glimpse how the house is used today on this 45 minute tour.Ham House and Garden, Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Ham House and Garden, Richmond-upon-Thames, Surrey, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and [...]

Wallington, Northumberland, England – Wallace and Gromit Model Making Workshop
By: | June 19, 2012 – 11:00 am | No Comment
Wallington, Northumberland, England – Wallace and Gromit Model Making Workshop

[ June 4, 2012; 11:00 am to 3:30 pm. ] Join an Aardman animator at this special model making workshop and get the chance to make your very own plasticine Gromit!More Information: Estate Office, 01670 773600, wallington@nationaltrust.org.ukWallington, Northumberland, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukWallington, Northumberland, 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 [...]

Falkland Palace & Garden, Cupar, Fife, Scotland – Teddy Bears’ Jubilee Picnic and Puppet Show
By: | June 19, 2012 – 11:00 am | No Comment
Falkland Palace & Garden, Cupar, Fife, Scotland – Teddy Bears’ Jubilee Picnic and Puppet Show

[ June 4, 2012; 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Join in for a teddy bears picnic and puppet show in the Palace orchard.Bring your teddy and sandwiches to the Palace orchard at 12 noon for a jubilee picnic! Have fun watching The 3 Bears puppet show (show starts at 1pm) and get your face painted. There will be a fancy dress competition for best [...]

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Kintail & Morvich, Kyle, Northwest Highlands, Scotland – Intermediate Sea Kayaking Courses
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:52 am | No Comment
Kintail & Morvich, Kyle, Northwest Highlands, Scotland – Intermediate Sea Kayaking Courses

[ June 4, 2012 9:00 am to June 7, 2012 5:00 pm. ] A 4 day course aimed at paddlers who have some experience but want to broaden their skills and techniques to cope with more challenging conditions, this course will involve a one or two night camping expedition should conditions be suitable.Course cost includes self catering accommodation at the Kintail Outdoor Centre, instruction, paddling equipment and clothing, [...]

Greenbank Garden, Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland – Jubilee Tea and Concert
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:52 am | No Comment
Greenbank Garden, Glasgow, Glasgow, Scotland – Jubilee Tea and Concert

[ June 4, 2012; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Williamwood Pipe band will be playing on the lawn at Greenbank House and will be accompanied by highland dancers from the Myra Miller dance school. Cream teas will be available on the lawn whist the concert is on. Between 2pm and 4pm on Monday 4th June on the lawns of Greenbank House enjoy traditional Scottish [...]

Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway, Ayrshire, Scotland – 1950s Jubilee Party
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:52 am | No Comment
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway, Ayrshire, Scotland – 1950s Jubilee Party

[ June 4, 2012; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] The beautiful museum gardens will be transformed for a 1950s party to celebrate the Queens Diamond Jubilee. Come in costume and enter our competition for the best-dressed King and Queen! Therell be activities for all the family at this 1950s-themed Jubilee Party. Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway, Ayrshire, Scotlandhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Robert-Burns-Birthplace-Museum/1950s-Jubilee-Party/Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway, Ayrshire, Scotland
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Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway, Ayrshire, Scotland – Jubilee Afternoon Tea
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:52 am | No Comment
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway, Ayrshire, Scotland – Jubilee Afternoon Tea

[ June 4, 2012; 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Celebrate the Queens Diamond Jubilee with a right royal afternoon of champagne, cream teas, music, flower Ayrshire & Arranging and cookery demonstrations.Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway, Ayrshire, Scotlandhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Robert-Burns-Birthplace-Museum/Jubilee-Afternoon-Tea/Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Alloway, Ayrshire, Scotland
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. [...]

Chester: the GIANT City
By: The Editor | June 1, 2012 – 2:32 pm | No Comment
Chester: the GIANT City

[ June 4, 2012; 11:00 am to 3:30 pm. ]
Chester; for route of procession see website

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English Music Festival
By: The Editor | June 1, 2012 – 2:21 pm | No Comment
English Music Festival

[ June 4, 2012 2:00 pm to June 5, 2012 2:00 pm. ]
venues in Dorchester-on-Thames,Oxfordshire; see website for details and times

Prestatyn, Denbighshire – Prestatyn Classic Car Show
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:08 pm | No Comment
Prestatyn,  Denbighshire – Prestatyn Classic Car Show

[ June 4, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Over 300 Classic vehicles from the early 1900s through to modern day Supercars in the center of Prestatyn with stalls,childrens entertainment, live jazz band and refreshments on the vicarage lawns.Prestatyn, Denbighshirehttp://www.prestatyncarshow.blogspot.co.uk/Prestatyn, Denbighshire
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. [...]

Rhuddlan Castle, Rhuddlan, Rhyl – Harlech Medieval Society
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:08 pm | No Comment
Rhuddlan Castle, Rhuddlan, Rhyl – Harlech Medieval Society

[ June 4, 2012; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Come and explore the history of Rhuddlan Castle and meet the Knights of Harlech Medieval Society. Family fun for everyone.Rhuddlan Castle, Rhuddlan, Rhylhttp://cadw.wales.gov.uk/events/allevents/5914773/?lang=enRhuddlan Castle, Rhuddlan, Rhyl
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 [...]

Penrhyn Castle, Bangor – Teddybears Tea Party
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:07 pm | No Comment
Penrhyn Castle, Bangor – Teddybears Tea Party

[ June 4, 2012; 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Join in a jubilee tea party with a difference as the teddies are treated like royalty for the day! Bring along your furry friend for a picnic on our lawns and enjoy this special bank holiday with all the family along with some special secret guests who will be making an appearance in time for [...]

Caerynwch, Dolgellau – Diamond Jubilee Beacon and Hog Roast
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:06 pm | No Comment
Caerynwch, Dolgellau – Diamond Jubilee Beacon and Hog Roast

[ June 4, 2012; 7:00 pm; ] Diamond Jubilee Beacon and Hog Roast at Caernwch House!Caerynwch, Dolgellauhttp://www.caerynwch.comCaerynwch, Dolgellau
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 at the following [...]

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Fairbourne Railway, Fairbourne – Little to Large Gala
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:06 pm | No Comment
Fairbourne Railway, Fairbourne – Little to Large Gala

[ June 4, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Steam Gala with all available engines running. Intensive service operating. Miniature railways, Traction Engines, Models, Crafts and much more……Fairbourne Railway, Fairbournehttp://www.fairbournerailway.com/index.htmFairbourne Railway, Fairbourne
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 [...]

Canolfan Ucheldre Centre, Holyhead – Doggy Fun Day
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:06 pm | No Comment
Canolfan Ucheldre Centre, Holyhead – Doggy Fun Day

[ June 4, 2012; 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Fun for all the family, with many classes including dog dressage and dog tunnel racing this Bank Holiday. Classes to be judged by renowned local judge. Entry forms from the entre or enter on the day.Canolfan Ucheldre Centre, Holyheadhttp://www.ucheldre.org/allevent.htmCanolfan Ucheldre Centre, Holyhead
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Kinmel Park Estate, Abergele – Woodfest Wales
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:06 pm | No Comment
Kinmel Park Estate, Abergele – Woodfest Wales

[ June 4, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Woodfest Wales – a showcase for the world of wood – chainsaw carvers, lumberjack sports, pole climbing, woodland crafts, forestry equipment and training, lots of family activities.Kinmel Park Estate, Abergelehttp://www.woodfestwales.co.uk/Kinmel Park Estate, Abergele
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Dorchester Festival, Dorchester, Dorset – Travelling Pliosaur Cinema
By: | May 3, 2012 – 11:45 am | No Comment
Dorchester Festival, Dorchester, Dorset – Travelling Pliosaur Cinema

[ June 4, 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 [...]

Roseland, Cornwall – Roseland Community Beach Cleans at Porthcurnick
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Roseland, Cornwall – Roseland Community Beach Cleans at Porthcurnick

[ June 4, 2012; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Soak in fantastic views and fresh air whilst helping to keep a beautiful beach clean.Roseland, Cornwallhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=a130ff2a-0f6d-4863-9ce9-af34c58b7e0eRoseland, Cornwall
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 [...]

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The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Beacons
By: The Editor | March 20, 2012 – 10:11 pm | No Comment
The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Beacons

[ June 4, 2012; 11:45 pm to 11:59 pm. ]
the airm is to have at least 2012 beacons througout our countries. See website for details and applications

Diamond Jubilee Concert
By: The Editor | March 20, 2012 – 10:06 pm | No Comment
Diamond Jubilee Concert

[ June 4, 2012; 5:00 pm to 11:45 pm. ]
Buckingham Palace, London
applications for the tickets is now closed
Broadcast live on BBC One and Radio 2; see website for more details

Surrey – Surrey County Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:12 am | No Comment
Surrey – Surrey County Show

[ June 4, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Surrey County Show attracts up to 40,000 visitors and features hundreds of top quality animals from giant beef bulls to bantam hens. It takes place annually on the late May Bank Holiday Monday on Stoke Park, Guildford, bringing the best of the countryside right to the heart of the town. The Show is a fantastic [...]

Tynedale Park, Corbridge – Northumberland County Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:12 am | No Comment
Tynedale Park, Corbridge – Northumberland County Show

[ June 4, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A great day out for all the family!Tynedale Park, Corbridgehttp://www.northcountyshow.co.uk/Tynedale Park, Corbridge