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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Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – The Coombe Valley series, an Exhibition by Rob Collins
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:36 am | No Comment
Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – The Coombe Valley series, an Exhibition by Rob Collins

[ April 12, 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 [...]

South Cornwall Coast, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, England – Veryan Bunker Tours
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:33 am | No Comment
South Cornwall Coast, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, England – Veryan Bunker Tours

[ April 12, 2013; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Discover a secret Cold War bunker located on Nare Head. Rare chance to visit the only Cold War Early Warning Bunker in the South West, equipped as it was when operational. Tours led by ex-members of the Royal Observer Corps, who manned the bunker. South Cornwall Coast, Sunderland, Tyne & Wear, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/South Cornwall Coast, Sunderland, [...]

Basildon Park, Berkshire, England – Nature Walks 2013
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:29 am | No Comment
Basildon Park, Berkshire, England – Nature Walks 2013

[ April 12, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Join us for a nature walk around our magnificent parkland. These will be led by our warden or one of our wildlife volunteers. Meet the group in the stableyard.Basildon Park, Berkshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukBasildon Park, Berkshire, England
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Dyrham Park, near Bath, Somerset, England – Discover the Garden
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:26 am | No Comment
Dyrham Park, near Bath, Somerset, England – Discover the Garden

[ April 12, 2013; 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Join one of our guides for a tour of the garden and discover the story of its original development as an impressive Dutch-inspired water garden as well as finding out about its plants.Dyrham Park, near Bath, Somerset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukDyrham Park, near Bath, Somerset, England
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Brancaster Millennium Activity Centre, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, England – Raft Building
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:46 pm | No Comment
Brancaster Millennium Activity Centre, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, England – Raft Building

[ April 12, 2013; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Build and float your very own raft down in the creek at low tide in Brancaster Harbour. Be prepared to get wet!Brancaster Millennium Activity Centre, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Brancaster Millennium Activity Centre, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, England
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Coleton Fishacre, Kingswear, Devon, England – Spring flower arranging workshop
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:41 pm | No Comment
Coleton Fishacre, Kingswear, Devon, England – Spring flower arranging workshop

[ April 12, 2013; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Make your own spring flower arrangement under the guidance of an expert, using foliage from the beautiful gardens at Coleton Fishacre. You will learn the basics of flower arranging from an experienced florist and produce your very own spring arrangement to take home. Coleton Fishacre, Kingswear, Devon, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Coleton Fishacre, Kingswear, Devon, England
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Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England – Spring Hog Roast
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:40 pm | No Comment
Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England – Spring Hog Roast

[ April 12, 2013; 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] All the usual Gibside Beer Garden treats plus live music and a sizzling hog roast from High Strothers Farm. Free entry! Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England
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Box Hill, Tadworth, Surrey, England – Surrey Hills stomp
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:38 pm | No Comment
Box Hill, Tadworth, Surrey, England – Surrey Hills stomp

[ April 12, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Walk to Polesden Lacey and back An invigorating 8 mile walk capturing the best of the Surrey Hills this spring. Join us as we walk from Box Hill to Polesden Lacey and back again, highlighting some of the areas best features.Box Hill, Tadworth, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Box Hill, Tadworth, Surrey, England
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Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, England – Tatton Park Antiques and Fine Art Fair
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:37 pm | No Comment
Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, England – Tatton Park Antiques and Fine Art Fair

[ April 12, 2013 12:00 pm to April 14, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Features fifty leading antiques and fine art dealers A wide range of antiques, traditional and contemporary art, sculpture and decorative pieces on sale, including period furniture, Arts and Crafts and 20th century pieces, English watercolours, Persian rugs and carpets, Victorian and 20th century jewellery, silver, glass, enamels, prints, clocks;nd much more. Prices range from less [...]

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The Fleece Inn, Bretforton, near Evesham, Worcestershire, England – Lady Maisery
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:17 pm | No Comment
The Fleece Inn, Bretforton, near Evesham, Worcestershire, England – Lady Maisery

[ April 12, 2013; 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm. ] Pipped at the post for Best New Folk act in the recent BBC Folk awards and with their first album getting the kind of reviews you could only dream of, Lady Maisery have been snapped up by Live and Local. This young vocal and instrumental trio have blazed onto the scene in the last year [...]

Ormesby Hall, near Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, England – Lunchtime Lecture – The Cleveland Book Hawking Society, redemption on your doorstep
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:16 pm | No Comment
Ormesby Hall, near Middlesbrough, North Yorkshire, England – Lunchtime Lecture – The Cleveland Book Hawking Society, redemption on your doorstep

[ April 12, 2013; 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. ] The hitherto unknown story of the distribution of affordable worthy literature to the masses of Teesside and North Yorkshire, researched from and inspired by the detailed 19thC diaries of James Stovin Pennyman of Ormesby Hall. Given by Linda Polley, former Senior History Lecturer from Teesside University, this is first of our 2013 season of lectures [...]

Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, England – Lyme, the End of a Golden Era
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:16 pm | No Comment
Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, England – Lyme, the End of a Golden Era

[ April 12, 2013 11:00 am to April 16, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Get closer to the Edwardian story. Explore the lives of the family and the workers.Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, England
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Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England – Drop in Walk at Ilam Park
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:07 pm | No Comment
Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England – Drop in Walk at Ilam Park

[ April 12, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Enjoy one of our regular Friday drop in walks around Ilam Park The walk will last for approximately 1 hour, Take in the beautiful scenery at Ilam Park in the Peak Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England
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Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England – Drop in Walk around Ilam
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:06 pm | No Comment
Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England – Drop in Walk around Ilam

[ April 12, 2013; 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. ] Enjoy one of our regular Friday drop in walks to take in the beautiful scenery at Ilam Park and in the surround area in the Peak District. Find out more about the history and local points on interest. The walk will last for approximately 2 – 2.5 hour.Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, [...]

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Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, England – Feel Good Friday: the Tyntesfield run
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:59 pm | No Comment
Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, England – Feel Good Friday: the Tyntesfield run

[ April 12, 2013; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. ] Blow the cobwebs away with a morning run round the Tyntesfield estate, enjoying spectacular scenery along the way. Open to all abilities – no one will be left behind. Led by members of the Nailsea Running Club. Price includes a cup of tea or filter coffee afterwards.Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Tyntesfield, Bristol, North Somerset, [...]

River Wey and Godalming Navigations and Dapdune Wharf, Guildford, Surrey, England – Flower Arranging
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:59 pm | No Comment
River Wey and Godalming Navigations and Dapdune Wharf, Guildford, Surrey, England – Flower Arranging

[ April 12, 2013; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Learn to create beautiful spring arrangements to take home. Soup and roll included. Come to the Barge Building Shed at Dapdune Wharf for a flower-arranging day led by Jess Hogan-Smith who leads our very popular wreath-making sessions. Materials for the creation of a lovely spring arrangement will be supplied.River Wey and Godalming [...]

Caerhays Castle Gardens, Cornwall, England – New Plantings at Caerhays & the Restoration of Old Park Wood
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:45 pm | No Comment
Caerhays Castle Gardens, Cornwall, England – New Plantings at Caerhays & the Restoration of Old Park Wood

[ April 12, 2013; 9:30 am to 1:00 pm. ] This talk and guided tour by Owner, Charles Williams about the new plantings at Caerhays and the restoration of the Old Park Wood – some plants to be seen by the public for the first time. Talk starts at 10am prompt (coffee from 9.30am)Caerhays Castle Gardens, Cornwall, Englandhttp://apps.rhs.org.uk/rhseventfinder/details.aspx?id=9956&r=trueCaerhays Castle Gardens, Cornwall, England
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RHS Garden Rosemoor, Torrington, Devon, England – Rainbow Knitting Sessions
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:45 pm | No Comment
RHS Garden Rosemoor, Torrington, Devon, England – Rainbow Knitting Sessions

[ April 12, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Craft workshop for families Learn to knit and / or crochet with local knitting superstars Alison and Ann Murray. Already mastered the basics ? Then come along and learn some new techniques and ways to knit using a rainbow of colours. All materials provided. Under 8s welcome but each must be accompanied by a responsible [...]

RHS Halls – Lawrence Hall, London, England – RHS London Orchid & Botanical Art Show 2013
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:44 pm | No Comment
RHS Halls – Lawrence Hall, London, England – RHS London Orchid & Botanical Art Show 2013

[ April 12, 2013 10:00 am to April 13, 2013 5:00 pm. ] This talk and guided tour by Owner, Charles Williams about the new plantings at Caerhays and the restoration of the Old Park Wood – some plants to be seen by the public for the first time. Talk starts at 10am prompt (coffee from 9.30am)RHS Halls – Lawrence Hall, London, Englandhttp://apps.rhs.org.uk/rhseventfinder/details.aspx?id=9744&r=trueRHS Halls – Lawrence Hall, London, [...]

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Bluebell Cottage Gardens, Warrington, Cheshire, England – Propagation Workshop (Half Day)
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:43 pm | No Comment
Bluebell Cottage Gardens, Warrington, Cheshire, England – Propagation Workshop (Half Day)

[ April 12, 2013; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Join owner Sue Beesley at Bluebell Cottage Gardens for a demonstration of a range of propagation techniques, with tips on timing and aftercare. Guided tour of stock bed and gardens with opportunity to see and practice propagation techniques with stock plants. Morning sessions available on the 11th, 12th 17th and 18th April or 4th and [...]

Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Ely, Cambridgeshire, England – Wildlife Detectives
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:41 pm | No Comment
Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Ely, Cambridgeshire, England – Wildlife Detectives

[ April 12, 2013; 10:30 am to 4:00 pm. ] Become a wildlife detective, and see how much Wicken Fen wildlife you can discover. Childrens event, suitable for ages 4-12 What lives in the pond? Which minibeasts call Wicken Fen home? What have the owls been eating? What else will you be able to spot?Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, Ely, Cambridgeshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Wicken Fen National Nature [...]

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England – Windmill Hill Archive – Public Drop
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:41 pm | No Comment
Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England – Windmill Hill Archive – Public Drop

[ April 12, 2013; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] The new Archive and Reading room at Windmill Hill is a new space to enjoy contemporary art. A unique opportunity to view the inside of this magnificent building, designed by Stephen Marshall architects. The archive is ten minutes from the Manor by car or you can reach it on foot.Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, [...]

Malham Tarn Estate, Settle, North Yorkshire, England – Be a Ranger for a day
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:40 pm | No Comment
Malham Tarn Estate, Settle, North Yorkshire, England – Be a Ranger for a day

[ April 12, 2013; 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Ever wondered what it is like to be a Countryside Ranger? Join us and experience a day in the life of a National Trust Ranger. Gain valuable work experience, practical skills and knowledge about how to take your first steps on the path to becoming a Countryside Ranger. Malham Tarn Estate, Settle, [...]

Brancaster Millennium Activity Centre, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, England – Coastal Safari
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:37 pm | No Comment
Brancaster Millennium Activity Centre, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, England – Coastal Safari

[ April 12, 2013; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Come and explore the marsh and creeks of Brancaster Harbour. Get up close and personal with the wildlife and be prepared to get muddy!Brancaster Millennium Activity Centre, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Brancaster Millennium Activity Centre, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, England
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Brancaster Millennium Activity Centre, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, England – Coastal Compositions
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Brancaster Millennium Activity Centre, Kings Lynn, Norfolk, England – Coastal Compositions

[ April 12, 2013 9:00 am to April 14, 2013 1:00 pm. ] The North Norfolk Coast is a wonderful photogenic place – not only the beaches, dunes, sea and boats, but also the villages with their quaint houses, churches, windmills, amazing coloured cliffs etc. Such variety! We will concentrate on developing further your composition of photos using a variety of subjects along the coast. Encouraging [...]

St Agnes to Padstow, Cornwall, England – Chapel Porth beach clean
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:49 pm | No Comment
St Agnes to Padstow, Cornwall, England – Chapel Porth beach clean

[ April 12, 2013; 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm. ] Enjoy some fresh air and help keep Chapel Porth clean and beautiful. Join us at our monthly beach cleans and see what weird and wonderful things wash up on the beach. We supply gloves, bags and litter pickers. Free drink for beach cleaners afterwards at Chapel Porth Caf.St Agnes to Padstow, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukSt Agnes to [...]

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

[ April 12, 2013; 11:45 am to 2:45 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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Royal Spa Centre, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire – That’ll Be The Day
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Royal Spa Centre, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire – That’ll Be The Day

[ April 12, 2012; 7:30 pm to 11:00 pm. ] The nation’s favourite Rock ‘N’ Roll variety show is back by popular demand with their hit 2012 production! Now in its 26th year of touring, this hugely entertaining Rock ‘N’ Roll spectacular features knock-out hits from the 1950′s, 60′s and 70′s. Mixed with hilarious, zany comedy routines, the show produces that real ‘feel-good party atmosphere’! [...]