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 25, 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

[ April 25, 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
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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

[ April 25, 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
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Hidcote, Hidcote Bartrim, near Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, England – Paint the Garden
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:48 pm | No Comment
Hidcote, Hidcote Bartrim, near Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, England – Paint the Garden

[ April 25, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] After exploring, take time to capture the spirit of Hidcote. Bring along your painting materials and create your own masterpiece. Morning coffee and a tasty lunch will be served in our Restaurant.Hidcote, Hidcote Bartrim, near Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Hidcote, Hidcote Bartrim, near Chipping Campden, Gloucestershire, England
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Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England – Signs of Spring Ramble with a Ranger
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:45 pm | No Comment
Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England – Signs of Spring Ramble with a Ranger

[ April 25, 2013; 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Join a Gibside Ranger on a ramble through the woods and fields in search of those tell tale signs in plants, trees and wildlife that spring is here. Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, 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

[ April 25, 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 [...]

Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, England – Garden Walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:23 pm | No Comment
Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, England – Garden Walk

[ April 25, 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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Bude to Morwenstow, Bude to Morwenstow, Cornwall, England – Great South West Walk 2013: Morwenstow to Bude
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:21 pm | No Comment
Bude to Morwenstow, Bude to Morwenstow, Cornwall, England – Great South West Walk 2013: Morwenstow to Bude

[ April 25, 2013; 9:30 am to 4:30 pm. ] The Great South West Walk is being organised by the South West Coast Path Association (SWCPA). Were helping on the stretch between Morwenstow and Bude, a distance of just less than 9 miles. Join us and help to raise essential funds for the SWCP. With its 40th anniversary in 2013, the SWCPA is celebrating this [...]

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

[ April 25, 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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Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire, England – Meet the Conservation Assistants
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:15 pm | No Comment
Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire, England – Meet the Conservation Assistants

[ April 25, 2013; 11:15 am to 12:00 pm. ] Your chance to meet the staff and volunteers who look after the Hall, come along for a chat and find out more about their area of expertise….suitable for all ages, no need to book (normal admission applies)Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Wimpole Estate, Royston, Cambridgeshire, England
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Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England – Meet the House Conservation Team
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:15 pm | No Comment
Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England – Meet the House Conservation Team

[ April 25, 2013; 11:30 am to 12:45 pm. ] House Come inside the house and see how the National Trust cares for its historic collections.Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England
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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

[ April 25, 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. Uppark House and Garden, Petersfield, West Sussex, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Uppark House and Garden, Petersfield, West Sussex, England
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Canons Ashby, Near Daventry, Northamptonshire, England – National Garden Scheme Open Gardens
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:12 pm | No Comment
Canons Ashby, Near Daventry, Northamptonshire, England – National Garden Scheme Open Gardens

[ April 25, 2013; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] On this special garden open day in aid of the National Garden Scheme our gardeners will be on hand to talk about the garden and the garden restoration. The shop and tearoom will be open too but the house on this occasion will be closed.Canons Ashby, Near Daventry, Northamptonshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Canons Ashby, Near Daventry, [...]

Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth, Cumbria, England – Dine like a Georgian
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:08 pm | No Comment
Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth, Cumbria, England – Dine like a Georgian

[ April 25, 2013; 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Watch a fascinating cookery demonstration, explore the house and enjoy a delicious three course Georgian meal. In collaboration with the Trout Hotel, we are offering a unique opportunity to experience the stylish world of Georgian cuisine. Join the costumed servants for a glass of wine in our working 18th century kitchen, as they demonstrate [...]

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Quarry Bank Mill and Styal Estate, Wilmslow, Cheshire, England – Evening Tour of Oak Farm
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:02 pm | No Comment
Quarry Bank Mill and Styal Estate, Wilmslow, Cheshire, England – Evening Tour of Oak Farm

[ April 25, 2013; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Join the local farmer on a tour around his land to discover how environmental schemes are combined with commercial food production.Quarry Bank Mill and Styal Estate, Wilmslow, Cheshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Quarry Bank Mill and Styal Estate, Wilmslow, Cheshire, England
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RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane Rettenden Common, Chelmsford, Essex, England – Spring Propagation
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:45 pm | No Comment
RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane Rettenden Common, Chelmsford, Essex, England – Spring Propagation

[ April 25, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. ] Master the techniques of propagation and you will be rewarded with new plants for free. We will show you how to take cuttings and sow seed, so that your garden will be bountiful come summer.RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane Rettenden Common, Chelmsford, Essex, Englandhttp://apps.rhs.org.uk/rhseventfinder/details.aspx?id=10078&r=trueRHS Garden Hyde Hall, Creephedge Lane Rettenden Common, Chelmsford, Essex, England
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RHS Garden Harlow Carr, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England – Hand-tied bouquet
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:44 pm | No Comment
RHS Garden Harlow Carr, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England – Hand-tied bouquet

[ April 25, 2013; 10:00 am to 2:30 pm. ] Making a hand-tied bunch of flowers is a versatile skill to have, either for flower arranging at home or to give as gifts to friends. Rachel will show you some ideas using seasonal garden flowers and you will make a beautiful hand-tied bunch. She will also give you some tips on growing cut flowers at [...]

RHS Garden Harlow Carr, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England – Childrens Storytime
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:44 pm | No Comment
RHS Garden Harlow Carr, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England – Childrens Storytime

[ April 25, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] me and join a storytelling session at Harlow Carr, where tales about great garden adventures and little garden creatures will be told. Each session will be followed by a short walk or song. All children need to be accompanied by an adult. Suitable for under 5s. Sessions are free to all garden visitors. Normall garden [...]

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

[ April 25, 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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Ashridge Estate, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, England – Berkhamsted Common Archaeology Walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:39 pm | No Comment
Ashridge Estate, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, England – Berkhamsted Common Archaeology Walk

[ April 25, 2013; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. ] Join our regional archaeologist on a guided walk on Berkhamsted Common to look to look at archaeological remains.Ashridge Estate, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Ashridge Estate, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, England
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Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, Arlington, near Barnstaple, Devon, England – Caring for carriages
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:37 pm | No Comment
Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, Arlington, near Barnstaple, Devon, England – Caring for carriages

[ April 25, 2013; 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] See how we care for our collection of notable carriages, from the humble dog cart to the grand state coaches. A member of our team will be on hand to answer any questions and demostrate the techniques we use to look after our unique assembly of carriages.Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, [...]

Smallhythe Place, Tenterden, Kent, England – Cinema – The King’s Speech
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:37 pm | No Comment
Smallhythe Place, Tenterden, Kent, England – Cinema – The King’s Speech

[ April 25, 2013; 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ] Enjoy Bafta winning films at the home of one of the best english actresses.The Kings Speech, a classic film, in a beautiful place. The Kings Speech,tells the tale of the man who became King George VI, the father of Queen Elizabeth II. After his brother abdicates, George (Bertie) reluctantly assumes the throne. Plagued by [...]

Dunstable Downs, Chilterns Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, England – Little Lambs Group
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:55 pm | No Comment
Dunstable Downs, Chilterns Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, England – Little Lambs Group

[ April 25, 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 [...]

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

[ April 25, 2013; 10:00 am to 1:00 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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Ballymena, Co Antrim – Phil Coulter Celebrating 45 Years of Music
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Ballymena, Co Antrim – Phil Coulter Celebrating 45 Years of Music

[ April 25, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Up in that Pantheon inhabited by the biggest selling recording artistes of all time in Ireland, rubbing shoulders with Bono and the Boys, you might be surprised to bump into Phil Coulter. You shouldnt be!Its now twenty years since the distinctive sound of Tranquility, featuring Phils piano and orchestra, first seduced the whole of Ireland [...]

Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool, Helston – Picturing Penrose (Beginner’s Photography)
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool, Helston – Picturing Penrose (Beginner’s Photography)

[ April 25, 2012; 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] Discover the inspiring landscape of Penrose through a lens and improve your camera skills with our professional photographic artist in residence, Olivia Dale.Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool, Helstonhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=a5ce0983-b723-4d9a-bb7b-01e1e701e08dPenrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool, Helston
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Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool, Helston – Picturing Penrose (Beginner’s Photography)
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool, Helston – Picturing Penrose (Beginner’s Photography)

[ April 25, 2012; 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Discover the inspiring landscape of Penrose through a lens and improve your camera skills with our professional photographic artist in residence, Olivia Dale.Penrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool, Helstonhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=a5ce0983-b723-4d9a-bb7b-01e1e701e08dPenrose Estate: Gunwalloe and Loe Pool, Helston
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Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge – Exhibition – Ruffs and Collars
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:59 am | No Comment
Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge – Exhibition – Ruffs and Collars

[ April 25, 2012; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Local artist, Grace de Berker, is holding her first Gloucestershire exhibition at Newark Park.Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edgehttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=e83cd503-8e11-4fc5-a7db-3d19777c1bdfNewark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge
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