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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Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – The Coombe Valley series, an Exhibition by Rob Collins
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:37 am | No Comment
Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – The Coombe Valley series, an Exhibition by Rob Collins

[ March 28, 2013; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Local artist Rob Collins brings his exhibition back from London to be showcased at Newark Park. This exhibition shows a series of landscapes, one painted for each week of a year, all of the same view of the Coombe Valley. The series by renowned artist Rob Collins, a local of Wotton-under-Edge, expresses the changing seasons [...]

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

[ March 28, 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and [...]

Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, England – TYNTE: Conservation in Action
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:34 am | No Comment
Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, England – TYNTE: Conservation in Action

[ March 28, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Get your hands on the collection and learn some top tips from our conservation experts. This event is for young people aged 13-25 years. Share your new skills with our visitors on Tuesday 2nd April. Contact us for more information. Participants will be able to win VIP tickets to attend our Tyntesfield Takeover in [...]

Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, England – Tyntesfield Thursday
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:34 am | No Comment
Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, England – Tyntesfield Thursday

[ March 28, 2013; 11:30 am to 3:30 pm. ] Join us for a family fun drop-in craft activity in Tyntesfields converted Sawmill.As part of Tyntesfields unpacked programme each activity is inspired by an object, story or area of the estate. In 2012 themes included the boating pond in the gardens, ceramics from the house collection, fairy tales found in the house library and [...]

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Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire, England – Basement Tour
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:29 am | No Comment
Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire, England – Basement Tour

[ March 28, 2013; 10:30 am to 11:30 am. ] Join us on a guided tour of the servant areas below stairs, including lots of areas not on the normal visitor route.Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire, 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 [...]

Yorkshire Coast, near Ravenscar, North Yorkshire, England – Sea Watch – Spring
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:45 pm | No Comment
Yorkshire Coast, near Ravenscar, North Yorkshire, England – Sea Watch – Spring

[ March 28, 2013; 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Join National Trust Rangers on a short coastal walk (1.5miles) along the Cleveland Way from Robin Hoods Bay to the Coastguard lookout at Bayness to watch for sea birds and mammals. Yorkshire Coast, near Ravenscar, North Yorkshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Yorkshire Coast, near Ravenscar, North Yorkshire, 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

[ March 28, 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 [...]

Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England – Killerton easter egg trail
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:18 pm | No Comment
Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England – Killerton easter egg trail

[ March 28, 2013 11:00 am to April 15, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Follow our Easter trail around the garden and claim your chocolate prize. Killerton, Exeter, Devon, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Killerton, Exeter, Devon, 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 [...]

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

[ March 28, 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 [...]

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The Church House, Newton Abbot, Devon, England – Moorwishes
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:16 pm | No Comment
The Church House, Newton Abbot, Devon, England – Moorwishes

[ March 28, 2013 10:30 am to April 30, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Exhibition of mixed media on hand-made paper – seasonal paintings by Cheryl Reeves in the upper gallery, Sextons Cottage.The Church House, Newton Abbot, Devon, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/The Church House, Newton Abbot, Devon, 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 [...]

Uppark House and Garden, Petersfield, West Sussex, England – Meet the house team
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:15 pm | No Comment
Uppark House and Garden, Petersfield, West Sussex, England – Meet the house team

[ March 28, 2013; 12:30 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Come and talk to our team and find out how they care for the house and collection. Usual admission applies.Uppark House and Garden, Petersfield, West Sussex, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Uppark House and Garden, Petersfield, West Sussex, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other [...]

Sheringham Park, Upper Sheringham, Norfolk, England – Easter Trail
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:02 pm | No Comment
Sheringham Park, Upper Sheringham, Norfolk, England – Easter Trail

[ March 28, 2013 10:00 am to April 14, 2013 4:15 pm. ] Hunt for the clues in the wonderful setting of the wild garden to lead you to your Easter prizeSheringham Park, Upper Sheringham, Norfolk, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Sheringham Park, Upper Sheringham, Norfolk, 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 [...]

A la Ronde, Exmouth, Devon, England – Exhibition – Photographs by students at Exmouth Community College
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:01 pm | No Comment
A la Ronde, Exmouth, Devon, England – Exhibition – Photographs by students at Exmouth Community College

[ March 28, 2013 10:30 am to April 10, 2013 5:30 pm. ] Exhibition of photographs taken by students studying A level Photography. Free entry to exhibition in stable and tearoom.A la Ronde, Exmouth, Devon, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/A la Ronde, Exmouth, Devon, 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 [...]

Dyrham Park, near Bath, Gloucestershire, England – Family nature trails
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:00 pm | No Comment
Dyrham Park, near Bath, Gloucestershire, England – Family nature trails

[ March 28, 2013; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Explore the park through exciting activities on one of our popular guided nature trails. From pond-dipping or bug-hunting to spotting the deer, get outdoors and closer to nature.Dyrham Park, near Bath, Gloucestershire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Dyrham Park, near Bath, Gloucestershire, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, [...]

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St Johns Hill, Clapham Junction, London, London, London, England – London International Ska Festival
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:43 pm | No Comment
St Johns Hill, Clapham Junction, London, London, London, England – London International Ska Festival

[ March 28, 2013 9:00 am to March 30, 2013 6:00 pm. ] The London Intl Ska Festival returns to the capital next Easter weekend. 50 acts from around the world playing 10 events all happening at iconic and famed London venues.St Johns Hill, Clapham Junction, London, London, London, Englandhttp://www.londoninternationalskafestival.co.uk/St Johns Hill, Clapham Junction, London, London, London, England
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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

[ March 28, 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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Batemans, Etchingham, East Sussex, England – Cadbury Easter Trail
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:38 pm | No Comment
Batemans, Etchingham, East Sussex, England – Cadbury Easter Trail

[ March 28, 2013 10:00 am to April 14, 2013 4:30 pm. ] Have fun exploring the garden as you follow the trail clues and win a Cadbury Easter egg. Join in with the face painting and games on Sunday 31st March and Monday 1st April. There will be egg and spoon races on Easter Monday as well.Batemans, Etchingham, East Sussex, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Batemans, Etchingham, East Sussex, England
There are [...]

Sutton House, Hackney, London, England – Cadburys Easter Egg Trail
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:38 pm | No Comment
Sutton House, Hackney, London, England – Cadburys Easter Egg Trail

[ March 28, 2013 10:30 am to April 14, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Explore Sutton House through our Easter Egg trail and win yourself a chocolate egg head! Sutton House, Hackney, London, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Sutton House, Hackney, London, 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 [...]

Dunstable Downs, Chilterns Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, England – Little Lambs Group
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:56 pm | No Comment
Dunstable Downs, Chilterns Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, England – Little Lambs Group

[ March 28, 2013; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] 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 Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukDunstable [...]

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Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:42 pm | No Comment
Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks

[ March 28, 2013; 10:15 am to 1:15 pm. ] Get Fossilling on the Jurassic Coast! Come and join in with one of our famous Fossil Walks along this historic stretch of Dorset coast with Lyme Regis Museum Geologist Paddy Howe and Marine Biologist Chris Andrew.Lyme Regis, West Dorset, Englandhttp://www.lymeregismuseum.co.uk/whats-on/fossil-walksLyme Regis, West Dorset, England
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Bessie Surtees House, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, England – Discover the Family of Bessie Surtees House
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:17 pm | No Comment
Bessie Surtees House, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, England – Discover the Family of Bessie Surtees House

[ March 28, 2013; 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Enjoy a guided tour of this unique building with one of our site team, exploring its history and the family who lived there. Bessie Surtees House, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukBessie Surtees House, Newcastle, Tyne and Wear, England
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Ham House & Garden, Richmond – Supervised drop-in bridge sessions – improver-level
By: | March 15, 2012 – 11:13 am | No Comment
Ham House & Garden, Richmond – Supervised drop-in bridge sessions – improver-level

[ March 28, 2012; 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm. ] Our resident Bridge teacher, Ned Paul, hosts drop-in sessions in the beautiful Orangery cafe for improver-level players.Supervised duplicate for improver-level players on Wednesdays. New players always welcome. Wednesday only/weekly.Ham House & Garden, Richmondhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ham-house/things-to-see-and-do/events/Ham House & Garden, Richmond

Lyme Park, Cheshire – Lyme, the End of a Golden Era
By: | March 15, 2012 – 11:13 am | No Comment
Lyme Park, Cheshire – Lyme, the End of a Golden Era

[ March 28, 2012; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Ever visited a country house and wanted the freedom to explore, play the piano, take part in a theatrical, dress up or have tea on the lawn? During 2012 you can. Look out for Edwardian Apprentice activities throughout the year.More Information: Lyme Park Estate Office, 01663 762023, lymepark@nationaltrust.org.uk Normal admission charges apply.Lyme Park, Cheshirehttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/lyme-park/things-to-see-and-do/events/Lyme Park, [...]