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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 29, 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 [...]

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 29, 2013 12:00 pm to April 30, 2013 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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Heddon Valley, Barnstaple, Devon, England – North Devon Walking Festival guided walk: Victorian entrepreneurs and explorers
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:48 pm | No Comment
Heddon Valley, Barnstaple, Devon, England – North Devon Walking Festival guided walk: Victorian entrepreneurs and explorers

[ April 29, 2013; 10:30 am to 3:30 pm. ] Join Ranger Marcus Wilde for a guided walk from the Heddon Valley to Woody Bay and back again to find out how the Victorian entrepreneurs and explorers shaped this spectacular coastline, as part of the North Devon Walking festival. With a focus on James Hannington, a local curate,famed for his exploring exploits along the coastline, [...]

Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, Arlington, near Barnstaple, Devon, England – Pruning hydrangeas
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:46 pm | No Comment
Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, Arlington, near Barnstaple, Devon, England – Pruning hydrangeas

[ April 29, 2013; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] A drop-in event to meet our gardening team and learn how they care for the numerous hydrangeas in the gardens. From pruning techniques, to the best time of year for such tasks youll learn how to look after your plants at home.Arlington Court and the National Trust Carriage Museum, Arlington, near Barnstaple, Devon, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Arlington [...]

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Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth, Cumbria, England – Spring poetry (Cloned)
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:40 pm | No Comment
Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth, Cumbria, England – Spring poetry (Cloned)

[ April 29, 2013; 11:30 am to 11:45 am. ] Poetry reading Join us for a special poetry reading by a costumed servant in our elegant dining room. Gain an insight into the inspiration nature and his Cockermouth childhood provided William throughout his career. As you enjoy exploring his former home, you will find a wide variety of poems by a selection of [...]

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – St Mary’s Church Tour
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:39 pm | No Comment
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – St Mary’s Church Tour

[ April 29, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Take a tour of the richly decorated Victorian High Gothic church designed by William Burges. Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition [...]

Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England – Free hourly house guided tours of the state rooms
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:57 pm | No Comment
Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England – Free hourly house guided tours of the state rooms

[ April 29, 2013; 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] House First come, first served.Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, 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 the benefits are can be [...]

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

[ April 29, 2013; 1:00 pm to 4:00 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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Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge – Exhibition – Ruffs and Collars
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Newark Park, Ozleworth, Wotton-under-Edge – Exhibition – Ruffs and Collars

[ April 29, 2012; 2:00 pm 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
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 [...]

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Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixham – Shoal Art Brixham
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixham – Shoal Art Brixham

[ April 29, 2012; 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] Featuring the work of Nicky Stevenson, Emma Carter, John Gillo, Julia Finzel, Kevin Wright, John Stevenson and Elisabeth Hadley. These award winning professional artists produce a visual feast for all.Greenway, Galmpton, near Brixhamhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=7a9ca0e4-5839-48b6-a66c-ddb83668060bGreenway, Galmpton, near Brixham
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to [...]

Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall – Bluebells at Glendurgan
By: | May 1, 2012 – 12:00 pm | No Comment
Glendurgan Garden, Cornwall – Bluebells at Glendurgan

[ April 29, 2012; 10:30 am to 5:30 pm. ] Take a spring walk around this wonderful valley garden and enjoy the sight of the beautiful bluebells. The best time to see these lovely spring flowers is from mid April to May.Glendurgan Garden, Cornwallhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=5ffd5d3a-ab0c-40c8-90d3-75b49a708f4bGlendurgan Garden, Cornwall
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to [...]

Robert Burns Birthplace Musuem, Ayr – Lunchtime Tours
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Robert Burns Birthplace Musuem, Ayr – Lunchtime Tours

[ April 29, 2012; 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm. ] Robert Burns Birthplace Museum guide Tommy Burns leads a one-hour guided tour of the site. Meet at the Museum. Tel. 0844 493 2601 E-mail burns@nts.org.ukRobert Burns Birthplace Musuem, Ayrhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Robert-Burns-Birthplace-Museum/1827/Robert Burns Birthplace Musuem, Ayr
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Culzean Castle & Country Park, Ayrshire – Culzean Family Fun Run
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Culzean Castle & Country Park, Ayrshire – Culzean Family Fun Run

[ April 29, 2012; 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Bring the family to Culzeans Fun Run.Up to 300 entrants negotiate their way over possibly the most scenic 10k Fun Run course in Britain Closing date for entries is 27 April 1400: Start of runRegistration of runners takes place from 1230 onwards. For further information please call 0844 4932148Culzean Castle & Country Park, Ayrshirehttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Culzean-Castle-Country-Park/Culzean-Family-Fun-Run/Culzean Castle [...]

Eltham Palace, London – The Courtaulds at Home
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Eltham Palace, London – The Courtaulds at Home

[ April 29, 2012; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Come to Eltham Palace this Sunday as we step back in time to the 1930s. Meet costumed characters from the period and discover what life would have been like for Virginia and Stephen Courtauld as they relax around their opulent home.Tickets will be available to purchase at the event site on the day. Ticket price [...]

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Trerice, near Newquay – Lute On Sundays
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:33 am | No Comment
Trerice, near Newquay – Lute On Sundays

[ April 29, 2012; 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Listen to the relaxing period sound of the lute drifting through the house as lutenist Brian Wright plays in the Elizabethan Great Chamber. Selected Sundays only from March to October 2.00pm-4pmTrerice, near Newquayhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=d0ebc308-dd00-47b9-8504-401616275a9bTrerice, near Newquay
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other [...]

Trengwainton Garden, near Penzance – Vintage Jaguar Car Display
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:33 am | No Comment
Trengwainton Garden, near Penzance – Vintage Jaguar Car Display

[ April 29, 2012; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Enjoy the sight of these sleek classic beauties set within the natural beauty of this wonderful garden.Trengwainton Garden, near Penzancehttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=6a8c6eb4-8df7-4f2c-a123-d4f95f4235e2Trengwainton Garden, near Penzance
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 [...]

Warwick Arts Centre, Near Coventry, Warwickshire – Walsh & Pound
By: | April 3, 2012 – 12:19 pm | No Comment
Warwick Arts Centre, Near Coventry, Warwickshire – Walsh & Pound

[ April 29, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Prepare to be astonished by stunning vocals, frailing banjo wizardry and sounds you didn’t think were possible on harmonica.Warwick Arts Centre, Near Coventry, Warwickshirehttp://www.visitwarwick.co.ukWarwick Arts Centre, Near Coventry, Warwickshire

Guy Nelson Hall, Warwick, Warwickshire – Tea Dance
By: | April 3, 2012 – 12:19 pm | No Comment
Guy Nelson Hall, Warwick, Warwickshire – Tea Dance

[ April 29, 2012; 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] From 2.00 – 5.00pm at Guy Nelson Hall, Warwick School, 10.00 per person to include cream tea. More details to follow shortly. Myton Hospice event.Guy Nelson Hall, Warwick, Warwickshirehttp://www.visitwarwick.co.ukGuy Nelson Hall, Warwick, Warwickshire

Warwick Arts Centre, Near Coventry, Warwickshire – Jon Richardson: Funny Magnet
By: | April 3, 2012 – 12:19 pm | No Comment
Warwick Arts Centre, Near Coventry, Warwickshire – Jon Richardson: Funny Magnet

[ April 29, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Due to an overwhelming public demand, the brilliant Jon Richardson is back on tour in 2012. The new host of Channel 4′s Stand Up For The Week.Warwick Arts Centre, Near Coventry, Warwickshirehttp://www.visitwarwick.co.ukWarwick Arts Centre, Near Coventry, Warwickshire

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Baddesley Clinton, Warwickshire – Dawn Chorus Walk
By: | April 3, 2012 – 12:19 pm | No Comment
Baddesley Clinton, Warwickshire – Dawn Chorus Walk

[ April 29, 2012; 4:45 am to 9:00 am. ] A unique opportunity to experience the dawn chorus at Baddesley Clinton as the day breaks. Guided walk followed by a full English breakfast. (1.50 booking fee for credit cards) Booking essential. 4.45am All tickets 18Baddesley Clinton, Warwickshirehttp://www.visitwarwick.co.ukBaddesley Clinton, Warwickshire

Hill Close Gardens, Warwick, Warwickshire – Auricula Weekend
By: | April 3, 2012 – 12:18 pm | No Comment
Hill Close Gardens, Warwick, Warwickshire – Auricula Weekend

[ April 29, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Normal weekend opening hours and entry charges. Come and see the special display of auriculas which will be on show in the auricula theatre.Hill Close Gardens, Warwick, Warwickshirehttp://www.visitwarwick.co.ukHill Close Gardens, Warwick, Warwickshire

ExCeL, London – Cake International
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:15 am | No Comment
ExCeL, London – Cake International

[ April 29, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Please refer to the listed website for more details regarding this eventExCeL, Londonhttp://www.ichf.co.uk/cakeExCeL, London

Perth – Scottish National Scale Model Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:08 am | No Comment
Perth – Scottish National Scale Model Show

[ April 29, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The Scottish National Scale Model Show, incorporating the Scottish National Model Championships, is an annual event usually held towards the end of April. Affectionately know by many as the Scottish Nationals the show is more than a model competition – for two days it plays host to model traders, model clubs and special interest [...]

Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, Glos. – Spring Grand Sale, Sudeley Castle
By: | November 18, 2011 – 8:17 pm | No Comment
Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, Glos. – Spring Grand Sale, Sudeley Castle

[ April 29, 2012; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Exclusive homes and gardens sale in luxurious marquee with adjoining restaurant selling furniture for indoors and outdoors; decorative accessories, gifts and some fashion items. Also food hall. In aid of Against Breast Cancer. Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, Glos.http://www.ukgrandsales.co.uk/Spring-Grand-Sale-Sudeley-Castle.aspx?id=38&Year=2012Sudeley Castle, Winchcombe, Glos.

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Leeds – Live at Leeds
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:39 pm | No Comment
Leeds – Live at Leeds

[ April 29, 2011 9:00 am to May 1, 2011 5:30 pm. ] Three days of arts and music in LeedsLeedshttp://www.liveatleeds.com/Leeds

One Big Day
By: The Editor | April 27, 2011 – 10:33 am | No Comment
One Big Day

[ April 29, 2011; 9:30 am to 5:00 pm. ]
Anglesey Showground, Gwalchmai, Holyhead

Montrose, Angus – Easter Egg Trail, Montrose, Angus
By: | April 19, 2011 – 9:39 am | No Comment
Montrose, Angus – Easter Egg Trail, Montrose, Angus

[ April 29, 2011; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Fri 22 Apr – Fri 29 Apr House Of Dun & Montrose Basin Nature ReserveFollow the trail around the garden, collect the clues, solve the puzzle and win a Cadbury Easter egg!As well as the trail, there?ll be face painting and more on Sunday and Monday. House Of Dun & Montrose BasinNature ReserveMontroseAngusDD10 9LQTelephone [...]

Barnsley – Barnsley Beer Festival
By: | April 18, 2011 – 6:33 pm | No Comment
Barnsley – Barnsley Beer Festival

[ April 29, 2011; 12:00 pm to 10:30 pm. ] 50+ firkins of ale, cider, perry, stout mild + imported bottled lagers.Hot/cold food avail all sessions. Also tombola, traditional games, brewery merchandise + charity raffles.Optional Bride + Groom fancy dress Fri 29 Apr – prize for best dressed. Sun is loud shirt day.Open: 12noon-10.30pm all sessions.Admission on door (3 non-members, 1 to card-carrying CAMRA membs [...]