What’s on in Italy this summer
By: The Editor | June 20, 2013 – 8:14 am | No Comment

With the help of the Italian Tourist Board, we list some of the events happening in Italy this summer.

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Leith Hill, Dorking, Surrey, England – Hike, bike, kayak the Surrey Hills
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Leith Hill, Dorking, Surrey, England – Hike, bike, kayak the Surrey Hills

[ June 16, 2013; 10:30 am to 11:00 am. ] Exhilarating challenges for all as you hike, bike and kayak through some of Surreys most magnificent landscapes over 6 days On this 6-day, 6-night holiday adventure, well show you the best places to experience the thrill and beauty of this wonderful county. Throughout the tour youll be accompanied by experienced and knowledgeable National Trust Rangers. [...]

Cragside, Morpeth, Northumberland, England – Building Dreams: Artworks
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Cragside, Morpeth, Northumberland, England – Building Dreams: Artworks

[ June 16, 2013; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] To mark the 150th anniversary of Cragside were working with regional artists to produce three new commissions that are inspired by the story of Lord and Lady Armstrong and their pioneering dreams for the house and landscape. When William and Margaret originally came to Rothbury the landscape was nothing but a barren hillside. 150 years [...]

Knole, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – A Mindful Journey
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Knole, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – A Mindful Journey

[ June 16, 2013; 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] Free annual exhibition of art by clients of Sevenoaks area Mind.Works for sale via blind auctionKnole, Sevenoaks, Kent, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Knole, Sevenoaks, 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 are available, [...]

Hardy Country, Dorchester, Dorset, England – Dress Up at Hardy’s Birthplace
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Hardy Country, Dorchester, Dorset, England – Dress Up at Hardy’s Birthplace

[ June 16, 2013; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Come and play as we delve into our new dressing up box, full of Victorian clothes and costumes from Hardys stories Our seamstresses have been busy making costumes for kids of all ages – even grown up ones! Try on traditional Victorian costume or dress up as milkmaid like Tess of the DUrbervilles or a [...]

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Melford Hall, Long Melford, Suffolk, England – Threads, canvas and paint
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Melford Hall, Long Melford, Suffolk, England – Threads, canvas and paint

[ June 16, 2013; 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm. ] Following our success over the last few years, we welcome the return of our art and crafts fortnight. Watch our demonstrators weave, paint and embroider. View the paintings by east Anglian artist throughout the house and in the 17th century banqueting house. All paintings are for sale and the artists have generously agreed to give [...]

Northey Island, Maldon, Essex, England – Castaway on Northey Island
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Northey Island, Maldon, Essex, England – Castaway on Northey Island

[ June 16, 2013; 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm. ] Join us on the island for a weekend of camping and the Northey Island open day A unique opportunity to visit Northey Island at high tide, and experience this special place as a true Island. Stalls and activities all day on Saturday, with a raft race being run between the teams involved in the event.More [...]

Birmingham Back to Backs, Birmingham, West Midlands, England – A victorian washday
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Birmingham Back to Backs, Birmingham, West Midlands, England – A victorian washday

[ June 16, 2013; 10:15 am to 3:45 pm. ] Step back in time and experience all that a wash day entails for a Victorian family living in a Back to Back. Step back in time and experience all that a wash day entails for a Victorian family living in a Back to Back. Watch our volunteers working hard in the brew house to get [...]

Chartwell, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, England – 50 Things in the Woodland
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Chartwell, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, England – 50 Things in the Woodland

[ June 16, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Come to Chartwell to tackle some of the 50 things to do before youre 11 3/4. Build a den, explore inside a tree, climb a huge hill, hunt for bugs, and more when you come to the Chartwell estate. Be sure to get your trail map in the Visitor Centre before heading into the woods.Chartwell, [...]

Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, near Leominster, Herefordshire, England – An introduction to bees
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Croft Castle and Parkland, Yarpole, near Leominster, Herefordshire, England – An introduction to bees

[ June 16, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Are you fascinated by our native bees?Book now to keep your garden buzzing. Our resident bee keeper, Mike Taylor shows you how with our exclusive book only course. Morning ticket includes light lunch. Afternoon ticket includes afternoon tea. You can also make a day of your visit by having a look at our National ice [...]

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Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, England – Beer and Bulbs
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Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, England – Beer and Bulbs

[ June 16, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Purchase bulbs from the thousands that flowered at Lyme. Tasty local beer on sale. Garden admission applies, NT members free.Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. [...]

Oxburgh Hall, Oxborough, near Swaffham, Norfolk, England – Boys and their Toys Weekend/National Gardens Scheme
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Oxburgh Hall, Oxborough, near Swaffham, Norfolk, England – Boys and their Toys Weekend/National Gardens Scheme

[ June 16, 2013; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Who loves toys Dad Does! Join us on Fathers Day for this perennially popular event, with displays by various model clubs. Bittern Amateur Radio Club will be broadcasting from Oxburgh Hall.Oxburgh Hall, Oxborough, near Swaffham, Norfolk, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Oxburgh Hall, Oxborough, near Swaffham, Norfolk, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits [...]

Boscastle, Boscastle, Cornwall, England – Boscastle Balsam Pull
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Boscastle, Boscastle, Cornwall, England – Boscastle Balsam Pull

[ June 16, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Want to meet new people? Spend a day out in the fresh air and play a part in the National Trusts important conversation work? Come along and join National Trust rangers and students from Cornwall College, Newquay and help to clear this invasive plant from the Valency Valley.Boscastle, Boscastle, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Boscastle, Boscastle, Cornwall, England
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Peckover House and Garden, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, England – Behind the Scenes Tour
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Peckover House and Garden, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, England – Behind the Scenes Tour

[ June 16, 2013; 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Explore parts of the property not normally open to visitors. Note: the tour will involve several flights of stairs. Explore parts of the property not normally open to visitors. Note: the tour will involve several flights of stairs.Peckover House and Garden, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Peckover House and Garden, Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, England
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Lyveden New Bield, near Oundle, Northamptonshire, England – Discovery Tours at Lyveden
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Lyveden New Bield, near Oundle, Northamptonshire, England – Discovery Tours at Lyveden

[ June 16, 2013; 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] A guided tour around the main features of the Garden and the Garden Lodge. A gentle stroll with a Guide around the main features of Lyveden. Opportunities for questions and we hope to provide the answers! The Tour lasts about 90 minutes.Lyveden New Bield, near Oundle, Northamptonshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Lyveden New Bield, near Oundle, Northamptonshire, England
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Nymans, Handcross, near Haywards Heath, West Sussex, England – Family Activity Weekend 15 and 16 June
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Nymans, Handcross, near Haywards Heath, West Sussex, England – Family Activity Weekend 15 and 16 June

[ June 16, 2013; 10:00 am to 3:30 pm. ] Come and spend some quality time at Nymans with our family activity weekend.Nymans, Handcross, near Haywards Heath, West Sussex, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Nymans, Handcross, near Haywards Heath, West Sussex, 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 [...]

Brownsea Island, Poole, Dorset, England – Family Camp
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Brownsea Island, Poole, Dorset, England – Family Camp

[ June 16, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Celebrate 50 years of the National Trust on Brownsea Island with our outdoor festival season. Enjoy an adventurous Fathers Day on Brownsea Island. This is a rare chance to spend the night on Brownsea Island. Come along and take part in camping, a bbq and a night time sing-song!Brownsea Island, Poole, Dorset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Brownsea Island, Poole, [...]

Chedworth Roman Villa, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, England – Fathers Day Gladiator Arena weekend
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Chedworth Roman Villa, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, England – Fathers Day Gladiator Arena weekend

[ June 16, 2013; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Legio Augusta II, the premier Roman re enactor group, return with their Gladiator Arena. Bring your dad along and see him sold as a slave to fight in the Gladiator Arena. Mums… heres your chance to help Dad find the Russell Crowe within. Demonstrations, stalls, chats and great family fun.Chedworth Roman Villa, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, [...]

Tyntesfield, Bristol, Bristol, England – Father’s Day weekend
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Tyntesfield, Bristol, Bristol, England – Father’s Day weekend

[ June 16, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] An array of classic cars are descending on the estate. Wander around and find your favourite and maybe even get a picture of Dad behind the wheel.Normal garden admission applies.Tyntesfield, Bristol, Bristol, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Tyntesfield, Bristol, Bristol, England
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Bodiam Castle, Bodiam, near Robertsbridge, East Sussex, England – Have-A-Go-Falconry’ – 15th and 16th June 2013
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Bodiam Castle, Bodiam, near Robertsbridge, East Sussex, England – Have-A-Go-Falconry’ – 15th and 16th June 2013

[ June 16, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Come and see the beautiful birds of prey from the Hawking Centre. Watch a fascinating display taking place in the castle at 11.30. Then why not take the rare opportunity to fly a bird yourself in the castle grounds? Have-a-go session takes place from 14.15 to 15.00. Please note that the birds are unable [...]

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Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, England – Horse and Home
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Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, England – Horse and Home

[ June 16, 2013; 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. ] Enjoy a rare opportunity to see the Petworth House stables brought to life by our historical interpreters.Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, 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 [...]

Belton House, Grantham, Lincolnshire, England – Kite Flying and Workshops
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Belton House, Grantham, Lincolnshire, England – Kite Flying and Workshops

[ June 16, 2013; 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. ] Create and fly your own kite. We guarantee youll get hooked on a whole new hobby. Normal admission + a small charge for workshops.Belton House, Grantham, Lincolnshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Belton House, 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 [...]

Rufford Old Hall, near Ormskir, Lancashire, England – Insight into Armour
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Rufford Old Hall, near Ormskir, Lancashire, England – Insight into Armour

[ June 16, 2013; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] A rare opportuntiy to get a close look at Ruffords collection of armourRufford Old Hall, near Ormskir, Lancashire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Rufford Old Hall, near Ormskir, Lancashire, 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 [...]

Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, England – Medieval Fayre at the Old Hall
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Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, England – Medieval Fayre at the Old Hall

[ June 16, 2013; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] The Medieval Fayre, now in its 16th year in association with Plantagenet Events, is popular with participants and visitors alike at it re-creates a mid year medieval spectacle. The Medieval Fayrein association with Plantagenet Events, re-creates a mid year medieval spectacle. With hundreds of re-enactors and over 40 authentic traders, the fayre is one of [...]

Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset, England – Medieval Falconry: Birds of Prey
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Corfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset, England – Medieval Falconry: Birds of Prey

[ June 16, 2013; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Jonathan Marshall presents falcons, eagles and hawks demonstrating their spectacular aerial manoeuvres. Falcons dive from thousands of feet at speeds of over 100mph while eagles and hawks skim the top of your head. 2 different displays, at 11.30am and 3.30pm, as well as a Parade of Hawks at 1.30pmCorfe Castle, Wareham, Dorset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Corfe Castle, Wareham, [...]

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Nymans, Handcross, near Haywards Heath, West Sussex, England – NGS Open Gardens weekend
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Nymans, Handcross, near Haywards Heath, West Sussex, England – NGS Open Gardens weekend

[ June 16, 2013; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Visit Nymans this weekend and your admission charge will be donated to the National Gardens scheme (NGS). NGS raise money for a number of good causes including Macmillan cancer support. All gardens and facilities open as usual. Make the day your own – perhaps youd like to take a guided garden walk, join in our [...]

Shalford Mill, Shalford, near Guildford, Surrey, England – Open Studios (Surrey Open Artists Studios
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Shalford Mill, Shalford, near Guildford, Surrey, England – Open Studios (Surrey Open Artists Studios

[ June 16, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:30 pm. ] An exhibition of the works of artists connected with Shalford Mill. A variety of fine art, sculpture, jewellery, ceramics and organic furniture.Shalford Mill, Shalford, near Guildford, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Shalford Mill, Shalford, near Guildford, Surrey, England
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to other benefits. [...]

Chirk Castle, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, England – Tudor Life
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Chirk Castle, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, England – Tudor Life

[ June 16, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Discover everyday life from 400 years ago. Try on Tudor fashions, smell food cooking in the Servants Hall and learn more about the gruesome cures for common diseases.Chirk Castle, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Chirk Castle, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, England
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Brownsea Island, Poole, Dorset, England – Wild about Brownsea with Dorset Wildlife Trust
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Brownsea Island, Poole, Dorset, England – Wild about Brownsea with Dorset Wildlife Trust

[ June 16, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Celebrate 50 years of the National Trust on Brownsea Island with our outdoor festival season Come along for a day of wildlife adventure. Make the most of our wild trek area and join our specialists for walks and talks. Discover the creatures of the island including bees, dragonflies, moths and much, much more. There will [...]