Bon Bini! Curacao has it all in one very small island
By: Irene Middleman Thomas | May 25, 2013 – 6:44 am | No Comment

Irene Thomas found Curacao the most successfully diverse country she has ever visited – and one of the most beautiful as well

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Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Ireland – Tours to the Top 2013
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:36 am | No Comment
Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Ireland – Tours to the Top 2013

[ May 25, 2013; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Come and climb the secret staircase to the rooftop walkway. Spectacular views across Wearside and County Durham. Open weekends and bank holidays, 30 March – 29 September. Tours last approx. 20 mins. Last entry 4.40pm.Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Irelandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Ireland
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Knole, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Vita at Knole
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:32 am | No Comment
Knole, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Vita at Knole

[ May 25, 2013 10:30 am to May 26, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Free exhibition celebrating the centenary of Vita Sackville-Wests wedding to Harold Nicolson in Knoles chapel. Complements year-long exhibition at SissinghurstKnole, Sevenoaks, Kent, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Knole, Sevenoaks, Kent, England
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Charlecote Park, Warwickshire, England – Cuddly Critters
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:27 am | No Comment
Charlecote Park, Warwickshire, England – Cuddly Critters

[ May 25, 2013 12:00 pm to June 2, 2013 3:30 pm. ] During the school holidays we have a number of cuddly critters hiding in the house. – As a bit of fun for our younger visitors (and the young at heart!) come and see how many you can find while enjoying the stunning collection in the house.Charlecote Park, Warwickshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukCharlecote Park, Warwickshire, England
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Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Family Weekend Club
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:26 am | No Comment
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Family Weekend Club

[ May 25, 2013 12:00 pm to May 26, 2013 4:00 pm. ] You can carry on ticking things off your list without our help on the weekends! Many things on the list of 50 Things to do before youre 11 are available all year round at Dinefwr. Become part of the Family Weekend Club and fill your Saturdays or Sundays with free activities for all the family. [...]

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Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth, Cumbria, England – Natural Inspiration Exhibition
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:50 pm | No Comment
Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth, Cumbria, England – Natural Inspiration Exhibition

[ May 25, 2013 11:00 am to May 30, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Up-cycled textiles in a Georgian garden The garden that inspired Wordsworth continues to be a source of creativity. We are delighted to host an exhibition by Maryport textile artist Dianne Standen. Taking her themes from the natural forms and colours of the Lake District and Solway coast landscape, she has fashioned a unique installation [...]

Sheringham Park, Upper Sheringham, Norfolk, England – Parkrun
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:47 pm | No Comment
Sheringham Park, Upper Sheringham, Norfolk, England – Parkrun

[ May 25, 2013; 9:00 am to 10:30 am. ] A free weekly 5km event for runners of all standards. A timed fun run offering an opportunity for all the local community, male or female, young or old, to come together on a regular basis to enjoy this beautiful park and get physically active into the bargain. For full details go to www.parkrun.org.uk/sheringham Sheringham Park, [...]

Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, England – Special Exhibition
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:43 pm | No Comment
Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, England – Special Exhibition

[ May 25, 2013 1:00 pm to May 26, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Gift to the Nation. Our collection of contemporary photographs and images explores how and why Quebec House was saved for the nation.Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, England
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Stonehenge Landscape, near Amesbury, Wiltshire, England – Spring archaeology walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:43 pm | No Comment
Stonehenge Landscape, near Amesbury, Wiltshire, England – Spring archaeology walk

[ May 25, 2013; 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm. ] Explore the wider Stonehenge World Heritage Site with a guide and discover hidden histories, ancient mysteries, and downland wildlife. Welcome in the spring with an afternoon walk up on the downs with the ancient archaeology and varied wildlife of the Stonehenge World Heritage Site. On this three mile walk with views of the stone circle, [...]

Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, England – Stirring up the Past
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:39 pm | No Comment
Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, England – Stirring up the Past

[ May 25, 2013 11:00 am to May 26, 2013 3:00 pm. ] Join our costumed interpreters in the Servants Quarters to discover more about life below stairs. Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, England
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Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Wales – Storytelling for Children
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:38 pm | No Comment
Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Wales – Storytelling for Children

[ May 25, 2013; 2:00 pm to 2:30 pm. ] An enchanting half hour of storytelling which will keep your little ones – and you – enthralled. Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Waleshttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Bodnant Garden, Colwyn Bay, Conwy, Wales
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Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England – Tai Chi in the Park
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:37 pm | No Comment
Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England – Tai Chi in the Park

[ May 25, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Discover the ancient art of Tai Chi in a tranquil natural setting a great way to relax the mind and body. 5 per lesson and free entry!Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Gibside, Gateshead, Tyne & Wear, England
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Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – Heads Together an Exhibition by Trish Claridge
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:19 pm | No Comment
Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – Heads Together an Exhibition by Trish Claridge

[ May 25, 2013 11:00 am to May 26, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Come and see this brillaint collection of close up portraits. Painted by local artist Trish Claridge, the exhibition of portraits showcases local residents, including the well loved and well known poets U. A. Fanthorpe and Rosie Bailey. Previously seen at Wotton Arts centre in 2009 this is an exciting chance to see the collection [...]

Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England – Honey bees
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:18 pm | No Comment
Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England – Honey bees

[ May 25, 2013; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Weather permitting. Ever wondered what goes on in a bee hive, interested in having a look? If so, then accompany the ranger and help inspect the beehives here in Kingston Lacy car park. All safety kit provided.Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Kingston Lacy, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England
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Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England – Killerton parkrun
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:17 pm | No Comment
Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England – Killerton parkrun

[ May 25, 2013; 9:00 am to 10:00 am. ] Every Saturday of the year 9.00am start. A free 5K family event for runners of all ages and abilities. Its not a race but a timed run organised and marshalled by local volunteers. Register at parkrun.org.uk/killerton free entry. Every Saturday throughout the yearKillerton, Exeter, Devon, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England
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Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England – Ladies Wednesday Evening Walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:17 pm | No Comment
Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England – Ladies Wednesday Evening Walk

[ May 25, 2013 7:30 pm to October 16, 2013 9:00 pm. ] An evening walk aimed at ladies who fancy a bit of me time.Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England
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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

[ May 25, 2013 11:00 am to May 28, 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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Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – Monk-y Business
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:14 pm | No Comment
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – Monk-y Business

[ May 25, 2013 11:00 am to May 26, 2013 3:00 pm. ] Pick up a trail and step into the role of laybrother, choir monk or abbot to discover what life was like for the monks of Fountains Abbey.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
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Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – Mr Aislabie’s Garden Tour
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:13 pm | No Comment
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – Mr Aislabie’s Garden Tour

[ May 25, 2013 11:30 am to June 30, 2013 1:00 pm. ] Enjoy a guided tour taking in the grand design of the Georgian landscape including Deer Park and Water Garden. 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
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Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England – Dave’s Bodging Club : Green woodworking in the Park
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:09 pm | No Comment
Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England – Dave’s Bodging Club : Green woodworking  in the Park

[ May 25, 2013 11:00 am to November 30, 2013 3:00 pm. ] Try your hand at Green woodworking in our woodland workshop. Meet Dave our friendly Bodger in the copse at Trelissick and learn the skills of bodging and working with wood, warm up next to the fire and discover your creative side.Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England
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Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England – Dave’s Bodging Club : Green woodworking in the Park
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:09 pm | No Comment
Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England – Dave’s Bodging Club : Green woodworking  in the Park

[ May 25, 2013; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Try your hand at Green woodworking in our woodland workshop. Meet Dave our friendly Bodger in the copse at Trelissick and learn the skills of bodging and working with wood, warm up next to the fire and discover your creative side.Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England
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Croome, near High Green, Worcester, Worcestershire, England – Day in the Life Wartime Recipes
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:09 pm | No Comment
Croome, near High Green, Worcester, Worcestershire, England – Day in the Life  Wartime Recipes

[ May 25, 2013 10:00 am to June 30, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Whilst you tuck into your snack in our 1940s style Canteen, discover wartime recipes on your table.Croome, near High Green, Worcester, Worcestershire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Croome, near High Green, Worcester, Worcestershire, England
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Croome, near High Green, Worcester, Worcestershire, England – Day in the Life – Who Worked here?
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Croome, near High Green, Worcester, Worcestershire, England – Day in the Life – Who Worked here?

[ May 25, 2013 10:00 am to June 30, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Pop into the Restaurant to discover the characters who lived and worked on the RAF Base at the Sick Quarters, now our Visitor Centre. Croome, near High Green, Worcester, Worcestershire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Croome, near High Green, Worcester, Worcestershire, England
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Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England – Digital Photography at Ilam Park
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:08 pm | No Comment
Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England – Digital Photography at Ilam Park

[ May 25, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] A practical workshop in The National Trust Learning Centre designed to build photographic skills and knowledge of digital photography in a stunning area of the Peak District.Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Peak District: White Peak, White Peak, Derbyshire, England
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Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, England – Discover the Hanbury Collection
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:07 pm | No Comment
Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, England – Discover the Hanbury Collection

[ May 25, 2013 1:00 pm to June 30, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Each month see a different piece of the Hanbury collection not usually on show to the public. Each month see a different piece of the Hanbury collection not usually on show to the public.Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire, England
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Greenway, near Brixham, Devon, England – Exhibition: Becky Bettesworth
By: | May 13, 2013 – 9:01 pm | No Comment
Greenway, near Brixham, Devon, England – Exhibition: Becky Bettesworth

[ May 25, 2013 10:30 am to May 26, 2013 5:00 pm. ] 2012 was officially a new start and re-launch for Becky. Her exhibition in the Barn Gallery will start the contemporary art season off at Greenway with an explosion of colour, many of the pieces will be based around Greenway and of the local area. Becky will be also joining the Greenway property as resident [...]

Dolaucothi Gold Mines, Llanwrda, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Family Weekend Club
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:59 pm | No Comment
Dolaucothi Gold Mines, Llanwrda, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Family Weekend Club

[ May 25, 2013 12:00 pm to May 26, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Looking for something to do for free, at your own pace this weekend? Many things on the list of 50 Things to do before youre 11 are available all year round at Dinefwr. Become part of the Family Weekend Club and fill your Saturdays or Sundays with free activities for all the family. Youll need [...]

The Workhouse, Southwell, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, England – Women in The Workhouse exhibition
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:40 pm | No Comment
The Workhouse, Southwell, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, England – Women in The Workhouse exhibition

[ May 25, 2013 12:00 pm to May 26, 2013 5:00 pm. ] Launching on International Womens Day this fascinating exhibition charts the significant contribution made by women during The Workhouses recent past. Testimonies of a former matron, nurse, seamstress, hairdresser and inmates provide an insight in to the changing nature of workhouse life.The Workhouse, Southwell, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/The Workhouse, Southwell, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, England
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Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Beautiful Bluebells
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:39 pm | No Comment
Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Beautiful Bluebells

[ May 25, 2013 10:30 am to May 31, 2013 6:00 pm. ] Visit Hatchlands Park and see our stunning Bluebell Wood. Call us or check the website to find out when theyre in bloom.Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Hatchlands Park, Guildford, Surrey, England
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