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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Woolsthorpe Manor, Water Lane, near Grantham, Lincolnshire, England – Toddler trails
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:36 am | No Comment
Woolsthorpe Manor, Water Lane, near Grantham, Lincolnshire, England – Toddler trails

[ March 7, 2013; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] Trails and activities for little hands!Woolsthorpe Manor, Water Lane, near Grantham, Lincolnshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Woolsthorpe Manor, Water Lane, near Grantham, Lincolnshire, 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 [...]

Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, England – Vegetable Garden Workshop
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:33 am | No Comment
Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, England – Vegetable Garden Workshop

[ March 7, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Join one of our Gardeners for a workshop all about vegetables and our wonderful Walled Garden. From chard to chillies, beans to brassicas, come along to our free workshops where well cover everything from seed sowing under glass and outdoors, pricking out, planting and much more.Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Cliveden, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, England
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Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Wales – Volunteer Recruitment Day
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:32 am | No Comment
Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Wales – Volunteer Recruitment Day

[ March 7, 2013; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Have you got time on your hands? Would you like to become a volunteer at Bodnant Garden? Come along to meet our team – we have lots of lovely volunteers who help connect us to our local communities, reach out to audiences and bring new skills and talents to help us achieve more. From [...]

Belton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, England – Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:28 am | No Comment
Belton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, England – Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)

[ March 7, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am – 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.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 to other benefits. Links which [...]

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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 7, 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 [...]

Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – The Coombe Valley series, an Exhibition by Rob Collins
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:37 pm | No Comment
Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – The Coombe Valley series, an Exhibition by Rob Collins

[ March 7, 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 [...]

Glendurgan Garden, near Falmouth, Cornwall, England – Glendurgan Garden Tours
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:21 pm | No Comment
Glendurgan Garden, near Falmouth, Cornwall, England – Glendurgan Garden Tours

[ March 7, 2013; 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Want to find out more about this beautiful valley garden? Join a guided tour of the garden with one of our enthusiastic garden team and learn more about the amazing trees, plants and flowers that grow here. Discover the inspiration behind some of the planting schemes and see this wonderful garden in a different light.Glendurgan [...]

Uppark House and Garden, Petersfield, West Sussex, England – Lecture Lunch: Below Stairs: Life in service during 1880
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:17 pm | No Comment
Uppark House and Garden, Petersfield, West Sussex, England – Lecture Lunch: Below Stairs: Life in service during 1880

[ March 7, 2013; 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. ] A fully costumed presentation using a wide range of artefacts to illustrate the life servants lived during 1880. Brought to you by Lizzie and Tony Gilks from Timespan Historical Presentations. Coffee from 10.30am. Lunch will be at approx 12.30 after the lecture. Please note the house will not be open.Uppark House and Garden, [...]

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 7, 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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Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, England – Making a meal of it: setting the table for breakfast
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:15 pm | No Comment
Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, England – Making a meal of it: setting the table for breakfast

[ March 7, 2013; 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Meet our House Engagement Manager, Michelle, as she dresses the Dining Room table for breakfast and discover more about the family silver. Meet our House Engagement Manager, Michelle, as she dresses the Dining Room table for breakfast and discover more about the family silver.Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Droitwich [...]

Formby, Formby, Merseyside, England – Formby’s Footprints Walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:59 pm | No Comment
Formby, Formby, Merseyside, England – Formby’s Footprints Walk

[ March 7, 2013; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Come on a guided walk to seek the prehistoric footprints on Formbys foreshore. Discover the fascinating story of Formbys prehistoric footprints and search for traces on the foreshore with our National Trust archaeologist Jamie Lund. 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 [...]

Hardwick Hall, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England – Garden Propagation workshop
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:57 pm | No Comment
Hardwick Hall, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England – Garden Propagation workshop

[ March 7, 2013; 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Come and discover how to take cuttings and divide up your garden plants with the Senior Gardener at Hardwick. This event includes teas, coffees and a buffet lunch. Hardwick Hall, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Hardwick Hall, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition [...]

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 7, 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
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition [...]

Ham House and Garden, London, England – House tours including Anna Karenina costume exhibition
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:45 pm | No Comment
Ham House and Garden, London, England – House tours including Anna Karenina costume exhibition

[ March 7, 2013; 12:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Guided tour of selected rooms in the house, featuring costumes from the film Anna Karenina which was partly filmed at Ham. To celebrate the Blu-ray and DVD release of Anna Karenina on 4 February 2013, were opening the doors of Ham for an exhibition showcasing some of the iconic costumes from the film. Staged in [...]

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Audley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex, England – Audley End House & Gardens Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Audley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex, England – Audley End House & Gardens Guided Tour

[ March 7, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Exclusive Staff-led tours for English Heritage Members. Audley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukAudley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex, 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 [...]

Audley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex, England – Waking the House up
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Audley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex, England – Waking the House up

[ March 7, 2013; 10:30 am to 1:00 pm. ] Join a member of the English Heritage conservation team and see how the house is made ready for the new season. Hear about various methods of conservation and see demonstrations of techniques as this property is uncovered and displayed. Audley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukAudley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, [...]

Audley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex, England – Audley End House & Gardens Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Audley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex, England – Audley End House & Gardens Guided Tour

[ March 7, 2013; 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Exclusive Staff-led tours for English Heritage Members. Audley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukAudley End House & Gardens, Saffron Walden, Essex, 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 [...]

Wrest Park House & Gardens, Silsoe, Luton, Bedfordshire, England – Members Master Class
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Wrest Park House & Gardens, Silsoe, Luton, Bedfordshire, England – Members Master Class

[ March 7, 2013; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] If you have ever wanted to see behind closed doors and meet the many faces of English Heritage, then this event is for you. We have a day of expert lead talks and tours to give you an insight in to the wider work of English Heritage and the many projects we are currently undertaking. [...]

Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Downe, Kent, England – The Home of Charles Darwin – Down House Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Downe, Kent, England – The Home of Charles Darwin – Down House Guided Tour

[ March 7, 2013; 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Exclusive Staff-led tours for English Heritage Members. Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Downe, Kent, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukHome of Charles Darwin (Down House), Downe, 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 what programs [...]

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Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Downe, Kent, England – Twilight Tours
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Downe, Kent, England – Twilight Tours

[ March 7, 2013; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] As winter arrives, come to Down House and join one of our exclusive twilight tours. See the Home of Charles Darwin as you have never seen it before. Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Downe, Kent, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukHome of Charles Darwin (Down House), Downe, Kent, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing [...]

Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Downe, Kent, England – The Home of Charles Darwin – Down House Guided Tour
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Downe, Kent, England – The Home of Charles Darwin – Down House Guided Tour

[ March 7, 2013; 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. ] Exclusive Staff-led tours for English Heritage Members. Home of Charles Darwin (Down House), Downe, Kent, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukHome of Charles Darwin (Down House), Downe, 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 what programs [...]

Wroxeter Roman City, near Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England – Restoring the Townhouse
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Wroxeter Roman City, near Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England – Restoring the Townhouse

[ March 7, 2013; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Gain exclusive insight into the Wroxeter Roman Town House project with a special tour led by its designer and archaeologist, Professor Dai Morgan Evans as well as one of the builders and find out more about the project and how its evolved. Wroxeter Roman City, near Shrewsbury, Shropshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukWroxeter Roman City, near Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England
There [...]

Wroxeter Roman City, near Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England – Restoring the Townhouse
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:19 pm | No Comment
Wroxeter Roman City, near Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England – Restoring the Townhouse

[ March 7, 2013; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] Gain exclusive insight into the Wroxeter Roman Town House project with a special tour led by its designer and archaeologist, Professor Dai Morgan Evans as well as one of the builders and find out more about the project and how its evolved. Wroxeter Roman City, near Shrewsbury, Shropshire, Englandhttp://www.english-heritage.org.ukWroxeter Roman City, near Shrewsbury, Shropshire, England
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Dunstable Downs, Chilterns Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, England – Little Lambs Group
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:15 pm | No Comment
Dunstable Downs, Chilterns Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, England – Little Lambs Group

[ March 7, 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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Sudbury Hall & the National Trust Museum of Childhood, Derbyshire – Taster Tour
By: | March 15, 2012 – 11:13 am | No Comment
Sudbury Hall & the National Trust Museum of Childhood, Derbyshire – Taster Tour

[ March 7, 2012; 12:00 pm to 12:45 pm. ] Enjoy hearing about the history of Sudbury Hall on this introductory tour.More Information: Property Secretary, 01283 585337, sudburyhall@nationaltrust.org.uk Normal admission charges apply. Limited number of tickets, available on 1st come/1st served basis, Sudbury Hall & the National Trust Museum of Childhood, Derbyshirehttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/sudbury-hall-and-museum-of-childhood/things-to-see-and-do/events/Sudbury Hall & the National Trust Museum of Childhood, Derbyshire

Crown Nursery, WOODBRIDGE – The Best Tree For Your Garden
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:31 pm | No Comment
Crown Nursery, WOODBRIDGE – The Best Tree For Your Garden

[ March 7, 2012; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Join nursery manager Graeme Proctor for a one day workshop covering all aspects choosing the right tree. Every garden has space for trees, the trick is knowing the best ones to plant to give you year-round colour, interest and even perhaps food. Correct planting techniques, watering and aftercare will all be covered to ensure years [...]

RHS Garden Hyde Hall, CHELMSFORD – Grow Your Own: Making Space for Veg Workshop
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:31 pm | No Comment
RHS Garden Hyde Hall, CHELMSFORD – Grow Your Own: Making Space for Veg Workshop

[ March 7, 2012; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Think you havent got space for veg? Then think again. Well show you inventive and unusual ways to add fruit and veg to your beds, borders and containers. RHS Garden Hyde Hall, CHELMSFORDhttp://apps.rhs.org.uk/rhseventfinder/Search.aspxRHS Garden Hyde Hall, CHELMSFORD

RHS Garden Wisley, Surrey – Beginners Guide to Coloured Pencil with Ann Swan
By: | February 14, 2012 – 12:31 pm | No Comment
RHS Garden Wisley, Surrey – Beginners Guide to Coloured Pencil with Ann Swan

[ March 7, 2012; 10:15 am to 4:30 pm. ] Wednesday 7 and Thursday 8 March 10.15am to 4.30pm An introduction to the materials and basic coloured pencil techniques Ann uses for her botanical paintings. Learn the foundation skills you will need to produce realistic representations of flowers and fruit through demonstrations and guided practice. This two day workshop is suitable for complete beginners and [...]