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Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, England – Tyntesfield’s food and craft market
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:34 am | No Comment
Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, England – Tyntesfield’s food and craft market

[ March 3, 2013; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Come along and stroll around Home Farm, enjoy the atmosphere and pick up some seasonal treats. From freshly baked bread and fine cheeses to hand made jewellery and ceramics youre sure to find something to tempt you!Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, England
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Morden Hall Park, Morden, London, Surrey, England – Nature Power
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:50 pm | No Comment
Morden Hall Park, Morden, London, Surrey, England – Nature Power

[ March 3, 2013; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Investigate how we are getting our power from water and the sun and design your own waterwheel or solar powered car! Guided tours of the Stable Yard and turbine. Morden Hall Park, Morden, London, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Morden Hall Park, Morden, London, Surrey, England
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Hardcastle Crags, near Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, England – Ramble with the Ranger
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:46 pm | No Comment
Hardcastle Crags, near Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire, England – Ramble with the Ranger

[ March 3, 2013; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] A chance to follow the seasons with our monthly walks at Hardcastle Crags alongside a member of our Countryside Team. Join one of our Rangers to explore the seasonal sights and sounds of Hardcastle Crags. Well share our expert knowledge of the area, pointing out natures highlights and explaining how we look after this wonderful [...]

Lodge Park and Sherborne Estate, near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England – Spring in your Step
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:40 pm | No Comment
Lodge Park and Sherborne Estate, near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England – Spring in your Step

[ March 3, 2013; 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm. ] Spring is on its way. Come on a walk to enjoy the first signs of Spring around the Sherborne Park Estate.Lodge Park and Sherborne Estate, near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Lodge Park and Sherborne Estate, near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, England
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Plas yn Rhiw, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, Wales – Gerddi yn agored- Gardens Open
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:23 pm | No Comment
Plas yn Rhiw, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, Wales – Gerddi yn agored- Gardens Open

[ March 3, 2013; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Gerddi Plas yn Rhiw ar agor – Cyfle i chi gael gweld blodaur gwanwyn yn gynnar yn y tymor.Plas yn Rhiw gardens open -an opportunity for you to come and see the spring flowers early in the season. Plas yn Rhiw, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, Waleshttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Plas yn Rhiw, Pwllheli, Gwynedd, Wales
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Birmingham Back to Backs, Birmingham, West Midlands, England – Gross gazunda’s and putrid privies.
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:21 pm | No Comment
Birmingham Back to Backs, Birmingham, West Midlands, England – Gross gazunda’s and putrid privies.

[ March 3, 2013; 10:15 am to 3:30 pm. ] Have a go at our toilet themed trail around the back to backs. Learn about toilet trends through time in Back to Backs, from gross gazundas to the fabulous flushing toilet that we know and love today!Birmingham Back to Backs, Birmingham, West Midlands, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Birmingham Back to Backs, Birmingham, West Midlands, England
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Bodiam Castle, Bodiam, near Robertsbridge, East Sussex, England – Hawking Experience’ Lunches : Sunday 3rd and Saturday 16th March 2013
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:19 pm | No Comment
Bodiam Castle, Bodiam, near Robertsbridge, East Sussex, England – Hawking Experience’ Lunches : Sunday 3rd and Saturday 16th March 2013

[ March 3, 2013; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] The Birds of Prey are back for this exclusive Hawking Experience. See the birds up close and learn about these fascinating creatures before having the chance to fly one of the birds yourself. The demonstration will be followed by a 2 course lunch. The display, introductory talk and first session start at 11am, lunch at [...]

Hadrians Wall and Housesteads Fort, Hexham, Northumberland, England – Indoor Climbing Adventure
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:18 pm | No Comment
Hadrians Wall and Housesteads Fort, Hexham, Northumberland, England – Indoor Climbing Adventure

[ March 3, 2013; 10:15 am to 12:15 pm. ] Beginners climbing session with an introduction to movement skills, harnesses, belaying and climbing calls. Improve your confidence so you can get outside on the rock.Hadrians Wall and Housesteads Fort, Hexham, Northumberland, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Hadrians Wall and Housesteads Fort, Hexham, Northumberland, England
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Great Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, England – Live music from Wayne and Mike at Sticklebarn
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:16 pm | No Comment
Great Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, England – Live music from Wayne and Mike at Sticklebarn

[ March 3, 2013; 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm. ] Original acoustic songs from local artistsGreat Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Great Langdale, Langdale, Cumbria, England
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Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, England – Meet the Vernons
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:15 pm | No Comment
Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, England – Meet the Vernons

[ March 3, 2013; 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Meet a member of the Vernon family in the houseHanbury Hall and Gardens, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, England
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Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England – Music and Evensong in Gibside Chapel
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:12 pm | No Comment
Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England – Music and Evensong in Gibside Chapel

[ March 3, 2013; 1:30 pm to 3:45 pm. ] Enjoy the fantastic acoustics of Gibside Chapel with live music from local performers and choirs followed by a traditional Anglican service. Music from 1.30pm, with the service starting at 3pm. Free entry.Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England
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The Dome, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England – Doncaster Blues Festival
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:43 pm | No Comment
The Dome, Doncaster, South Yorkshire, England – Doncaster Blues Festival

[ March 3, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Solid Entertainments are pleased to announce there will be a DONCASTER BLUES FESTIVAL at Doncaster Dome. The headline act confirmed will be Martin Turners WISHBONE ASH, a further 5 acts will be added. Special early bird ticket for just 16 (normal advance price will then be 19) on sale from 9am. Friday 16th November from [...]

Newtown National Nature Reserve, Newtown, Isle of Wight, England – Winter Bird Walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:41 pm | No Comment
Newtown National Nature Reserve, Newtown, Isle of Wight, England – Winter Bird Walk

[ March 3, 2013; 10:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Join us for a guided walk around this National Nature Reserve looking at overwintering birds, both resident and migrant.Newtown National Nature Reserve, Newtown, Isle of Wight, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Newtown National Nature Reserve, Newtown, Isle of Wight, England
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The Vyne, Basingstoke, Hampshire, England – BBC Baroque Spring Concert Series
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:40 pm | No Comment
The Vyne, Basingstoke, Hampshire, England – BBC Baroque Spring Concert Series

[ March 3, 2013; 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Experience a programme of 17th-century church music performed by the BBC Singers with St Jamess Baroque, conducted by David Hill set in the stunning Stone Gallery.This performance will be broadcast live on BBC Radio 3.The Vyne, Basingstoke, Hampshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/The Vyne, Basingstoke, Hampshire, England
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Basildon Park, Reading, Berkshire, England – Behind closed doors at Basildon Park
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:39 pm | No Comment
Basildon Park, Reading, Berkshire, England – Behind closed doors at Basildon Park

[ March 3, 2013; 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Join the house team for a tour of the property to find out about the conservation that goes on when the house is closed and our preparations for the coming season. Follow the tour with afternoon tea in the South Pavilion. You will be served a selection of homemade sandwiches, scones with clotted cream [...]

Clandon Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Conserving Clandon House Exhibition
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:36 pm | No Comment
Clandon Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Conserving Clandon House Exhibition

[ March 3, 2013; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] An exhibition on the conservation challenges at Clandon Park. Discover the environmental controls, fire threat, wear and tear and costly building works; also includes the work carried out in 2012 to restore the beautiful state bed.Clandon Park, Guildford, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Clandon Park, Guildford, Surrey, England
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Peak District: Longshaw and Eastern Moors, Longshaw, near Sheffield, Derbyshire, England – Coppice Day
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:36 pm | No Comment
Peak District: Longshaw and Eastern Moors, Longshaw, near Sheffield, Derbyshire, England – Coppice Day

[ March 3, 2013; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Learn about traditional coppicing techniques and tools with hands on experiences for visitors. Peak District: Longshaw and Eastern Moors, Longshaw, near Sheffield, Derbyshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Peak District: Longshaw and Eastern Moors, Longshaw, near Sheffield, Derbyshire, England
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Baginton Village Hall , West Midlands, England – Bloodhound Club Dog Show
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:52 pm | No Comment
Baginton Village Hall , West Midlands, England – Bloodhound Club Dog Show

[ March 3, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog Show – Fun for you and the canine members of your family!Baginton Village Hall , West Midlands, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukBaginton Village Hall , West Midlands, England
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Andreas Parish Hall , Isle of Man, England – Isle of Man Canine Society Dog Show
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:52 pm | No Comment
Andreas Parish Hall , Isle of Man, England – Isle of Man Canine Society Dog Show

[ March 3, 2013; 9:45 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog Show – Fun for you and the canine members of your family!Andreas Parish Hall , Isle of Man, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukAndreas Parish Hall , Isle of Man, England
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The Sands Centre, Carlisle, Cumbria, England – Cumberland Canine Association Dog Show
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:52 pm | No Comment
The Sands Centre, Carlisle, Cumbria, England – Cumberland Canine Association Dog Show

[ March 3, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog Show – Fun for you and the canine members of your family!The Sands Centre, Carlisle, Cumbria, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukThe Sands Centre, Carlisle, Cumbria, England
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New Brighton Community Centre , Clwyd, Wales – North Wales Cocker Spaniel Club Dog Show
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:52 pm | No Comment
New Brighton Community Centre , Clwyd, Wales – North Wales Cocker Spaniel Club Dog Show

[ March 3, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog Show – Fun for you and the canine members of your family!New Brighton Community Centre , Clwyd, Waleshttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukNew Brighton Community Centre , Clwyd, Wales
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Mappleborough Green Village Hall , Warwickshire, England – The Hungarian Puli Club of GB Dog Show
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:52 pm | No Comment
Mappleborough Green Village Hall , Warwickshire, England – The Hungarian Puli Club of GB Dog Show

[ March 3, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog Show – Fun for you and the canine members of your family!Mappleborough Green Village Hall , Warwickshire, Englandhttp://www.hungarianpuliclubofgb.co.uk/Mappleborough Green Village Hall , Warwickshire, England
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The Bohunt Centre, Liphook , Hampshire, England – The Downlands Staffordshire Bull Terrier Club Dog Show
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:52 pm | No Comment
The Bohunt Centre, Liphook , Hampshire, England – The Downlands Staffordshire Bull Terrier Club Dog Show

[ March 3, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog Show – Fun for you and the canine members of your family!The Bohunt Centre, Liphook , Hampshire, Englandhttp://www.downlands.org.uk/The Bohunt Centre, Liphook , Hampshire, England
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Birtley Leisure Centre , Co. Durham, England – Northern Counties Gundog Club Dog Show
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:52 pm | No Comment
Birtley Leisure Centre , Co. Durham, England – Northern Counties Gundog Club Dog Show

[ March 3, 2013; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Dog Show – Fun for you and the canine members of your family!Birtley Leisure Centre , Co. Durham, Englandhttp://www.thekennelclub.org.ukBirtley Leisure Centre , Co. Durham, England
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Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:47 pm | No Comment
Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks

[ March 3, 2013; 12:45 pm to 3:45 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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National Museum Of Scotland, Edinburgh, Scotland – Vikings! at the Movies
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:22 pm | No Comment
National Museum Of Scotland, Edinburgh, Scotland – Vikings! at the Movies

[ March 3, 2013; 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Cost: Free, age 16+, drop-inEnjoy back-to-back screenings of The Vikings (1958), starring Kirk Douglas, and The Thirteenth Warrior (1999) with Antonio Banderas.National Museum Of Scotland, Edinburgh, Scotlandhttp://www.nms.ac.ukNational Museum Of Scotland, Edinburgh, Scotland
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Wrest Park House & Gardens, Silsoe, Luton, Bedfordshire, England – The Real Life Downton Abbey
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Wrest Park House & Gardens, Silsoe, Luton, Bedfordshire, England – The Real Life Downton Abbey

[ March 3, 2013; 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] How Life was Lived in Stately Homes a Century Ago Part of the Wrest Park Literary Season: In the beautiful setting of Wrest Park, hear first hand about author Jacky Hyams research and inspiration in creating this fascinating publication. Wrest Park House & Gardens, Silsoe, Luton, Bedfordshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukWrest Park House & Gardens, Silsoe, Luton, Bedfordshire, [...]

Winchester City Mill, Hampshire, England – Weekend Milling Demonstrations
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:15 pm | No Comment
Winchester City Mill, Hampshire, England – Weekend Milling Demonstrations

[ March 3, 2013; 11:00 am to 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
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