Barcelona: where history and culture meets the Nou
By: Robin | May 17, 2013 – 6:00 am | No Comment

Robin Nowacki combines culture and cuisine with football on a visit to Barcelona – the capital of the Catalonian region of Spain

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Belton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, England – Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:28 am | No Comment
Belton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, England – Belton Button Bucks (Toddler Group)

[ June 20, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] On the 1st & 3rd Thursday each month, 11am – 12 noon. Activities and stories for children of 18 months to 4 years old.Belton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukBelton House, Grantham, Nottinghamshire, 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 [...]

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

[ June 20, 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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Ightham Mote, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Housekeeping Day: Attic Tour
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:18 pm | No Comment
Ightham Mote, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Housekeeping Day: Attic Tour

[ June 20, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Have you ever wondered what the attics of Ightham Mote look like and contain? This is the perfect chance to find out! Tours will run during the day and with limited numbers it will be based on a first come, first served basis.Ightham Mote, Sevenoaks, Kent, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Ightham Mote, Sevenoaks, Kent, England
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Dunstable Downs, Chilterns Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, England – Little Lambs Group
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:16 pm | No Comment
Dunstable Downs, Chilterns Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, England – Little Lambs Group

[ June 20, 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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Clandon Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Garden Matters – garden walks
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:57 pm | No Comment
Clandon Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Garden Matters – garden walks

[ June 20, 2013; 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Join our Gardener in charge for a stroll through the gardens at Clandon to find out whats new.Clandon Park, Guildford, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Clandon Park, 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. Links which you can use to find [...]

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

[ June 20, 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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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

[ June 20, 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, [...]

ICC Champions Trophy: Group B winner v Group A runners-up
By: The Editor | April 2, 2013 – 11:44 am | No Comment
ICC Champions Trophy: Group B winner v Group A runners-up

[ June 20, 2013; ]
Cardiff Wales Stadium, Cardiff, CF11 9LN

Ingliston, Edinburgh, Scotland – Royal Highland Show
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:17 am | No Comment
Ingliston, Edinburgh, Scotland – Royal Highland Show

[ June 20, 2013 9:00 am to June 23, 2013 6:00 pm. ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Ingliston, Edinburgh, Scotlandhttp://www.royalhighlandshow.org/Ingliston, Edinburgh, Scotland
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Regents Park London , London, England – Taste of London
By: | January 7, 2013 – 11:16 am | No Comment
Regents Park London , London, England – Taste of London

[ June 20, 2013 9:00 am to June 23, 2013 6:00 pm. ] Fine dining will be transported to Regents Park with Taste of London for four days of summer eating, drinking and entertainment. Regents Park London , London, Englandhttp://www.tastefestivals.com/london/content/342/VisitingRegents Park London , London, 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 [...]

Laugharne Castle, Laugharne, Carmarthenshire, Wales – The Castle and its Gardens
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:53 am | No Comment
Laugharne Castle, Laugharne, Carmarthenshire, Wales – The Castle and its Gardens

[ June 20, 2012; 7:00 pm; ] In this exclusive Cadw members event, Cadw inspector Elisabeth Whittle, will guide a small group around the castle and its lovely gardens when the roses are at their peak. Champagne and strawberries will follow.Laugharne Castle, Laugharne, Carmarthenshire, Waleshttp://cadw.wales.gov.uk/events/allevents/5973658/?lang=enLaugharne Castle, Laugharne, Carmarthenshire, Wales
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Denbigh Castle, Denbigh, Denbighshire, Wales – The Watchman’s Rounds
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:53 am | No Comment
Denbigh Castle, Denbigh, Denbighshire, Wales – The Watchman’s Rounds

[ June 20, 2012; 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] Fancy a look at Denbigh Castle when the crowds have gone home? Join the castles night watchman as he does his rounds of the castle and town walls.Denbigh Castle, Denbigh, Denbighshire, Waleshttp://cadw.wales.gov.uk/events/allevents/5889057/?lang=enDenbigh Castle, Denbigh, Denbighshire, Wales
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Kidwelly Castle, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Stroll with the Servant
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:53 am | No Comment
Kidwelly Castle, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Stroll with the Servant

[ June 20, 2012; 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] See Kidwelly from a servants point of view, and hear tales of castle life, Princess Gwenllian and the Kidwelly cat.Kidwelly Castle, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, Waleshttp://cadw.wales.gov.uk/events/allevents/6033555/?lang=enKidwelly Castle, Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire, Wales
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 [...]

Balmacara Estate, Kyle, West Highlands, Scotland – Crofting & Coastline Walk
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:52 am | No Comment
Balmacara Estate, Kyle, West Highlands, Scotland – Crofting & Coastline Walk

[ June 20, 2012; 11:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] Experience the unique crofting landscape and associated animals and plants of the west Highlands & Islands in the company of the Trust ranger. The coastal walk traverses the crofting townships of Duirinish, Drumbuie and Port an Eorna (Barleyport) where you will see spectacular sea views, traditional crofting, species-rich meadows, vibrant bird song and possibly spot [...]

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National Musuem of Scotland, Edinburgh – Spotlight On: Preserving Posters for Posterity
By: | May 16, 2012 – 9:34 am | No Comment
National Musuem of Scotland, Edinburgh – Spotlight On: Preserving Posters for Posterity

[ June 20, 2012; 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Discover the challenges our paper conservators faced while preparing our railway posters for display in See Scotland by Train .Book tickets at www.nms.ac.uk or call 0300 123 6789.National Musuem of Scotland, Edinburghhttp://www.nms.ac.uk/our_museums/national_museum/whats_on/adults/talks.aspxNational Musuem of Scotland, Edinburgh
There are many organisations in the UK which offer membership allowing discounted visits and events to members, in addition to [...]

Antony, Torpoint – Glorious Gardens Tours
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Antony, Torpoint – Glorious Gardens Tours

[ June 20, 2012; 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm. ] Walk and talk with the garden team, including a rare opportunity to view our unique tidal Bath House. Walk includes the Antony Garden and the Antony Woodland Garden. Time for question and answer session at the end.More Information: Antony, 01752 812191, antony@nationaltrust.org.ukAntony, Torpointhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/whats-on/find-an-event/?uuid=bdffe7a6-fd8f-4af9-adf1-8aa57db02e37Antony, Torpoint
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Knutsford, Cheshire – Cheshire County Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:12 am | No Comment
Knutsford, Cheshire – Cheshire County Show

[ June 20, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] If you want to experience and celebrate all that is great and good about the countryside then the Cheshire County Show is the only place to be as it brings together the many interesting and fascinating aspects of farming and rural life in Cheshire.Visitors and members of the agricultural community come together in the ever [...]

Llanelli, Carmarthenshire – Beach Break Live
By: | May 24, 2011 – 5:40 pm | No Comment
Llanelli, Carmarthenshire – Beach Break Live

[ June 20, 2011; 9:00 am to 5:30 pm. ] Annual music festival aimed at students (featured on 2007s Dragons Den). The 2011 event will feature: White Lies, Example, Jamie Woon, Newton Faulkner, Magnetic Man, Tinie Tempah, We Are Scientists, Katy B, Professor Green, Beardyman, Sub Focus, Totally Enormous Extinct Dinosaurs, Ed Sheeran, Frankie and the Heartstrings, Yasmin, Ash Grunwald, Maverick Sabre, The Milk, [...]

Lower Machen Festival
By: The Editor | June 20, 2010 – 11:10 am | No Comment
Lower Machen Festival

[ June 20, 2010 7:00 pm to June 27, 2010 10:00 pm. ]
Machen House, Lower Machen (A468 between Newport & Caerphilly

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Peebles Beltane Festival
By: The Editor | June 18, 2010 – 10:35 am | No Comment
Peebles Beltane Festival

[ June 20, 2010 to June 26, 2010. ]
Peebles, Scotland,
A beltane is the annual ceremony that marks the coming of summer

Hawick Highland Games
By: The Editor | June 18, 2010 – 10:30 am | No Comment
Hawick Highland Games

[ June 20, 2010; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ]
Mansfield Park, Hawick
Adults, £4
Seniors, £2
Children £1

West End Live 2010
By: The Editor | June 17, 2010 – 5:23 pm | No Comment
West End Live 2010

[ June 19, 2010; 11:00 am to 6:00 pm. June 20, 2010; 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ]
Leicester Square London
the annual free two day extravaganza from theatreland

The Grand Designers – an architectural tour of the Old Royal Naval College
By: | June 14, 2010 – 12:46 pm | No Comment
The Grand Designers – an architectural tour of the Old Royal Naval College

[ June 20, 2010; 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] To celebrate the London Festival of Architecture join our architecture tour of the Old Royal Naval College. Find out more about the grand designers and the inspirations behind these magnificent buildings.2.00pm-3.00pm£5.00Tour starts at Discover Greenwich visitor centre.Box Office: 020 8269 4799. Tickets also available from the Discover Greenwich Shop.www.oldroyalnavalcollege.org/events

Midsummer Jazz in Observatory Gardens
By: | June 14, 2010 – 12:46 pm | No Comment
Midsummer Jazz in Observatory Gardens

[ June 20, 2010; 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] The Gardens will be open from noon for picnics, and the band will play from 1pm to 3.30pm, with an interval from 2pm to 2.30pm. There will be a bottle-bar and an ice cream stall. Children welcome.1.00pm-3.30pm£5.00£2.505-15 yearsObservatory GardensGreenwich ParkGreenwich020 8692 1760

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Father’s Day Cars in the Park
By: | June 14, 2010 – 12:42 pm | No Comment
Father’s Day Cars in the Park

[ June 20, 2010; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Knebworth HouseA special event for Father’s Day, featuring a range of displays and vehicles on show from British Classics through Americana to European supercars plus a special display of Performance BMW’s from the London and South East Branch of the BMW Car Club.Father’s Day BBQ is available but booking is essential.Knebworth House01438 812661www.knebworthhouse.com

Father’s Day Lunch
By: | June 14, 2010 – 12:42 pm | No Comment
Father’s Day Lunch

[ June 20, 2010; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Marston Vale Forest CentreTwo course meal for £14.99 with gift for all dads. Roast chicken or beef served with Yorkshire pudding and fresh vegetables. Vegetarian choice available. Desserts ‘ apple crumble and custard, chocolate fudge cake or cheesecake.£14.99Marston Vale Forest Centre, booking essential.01234 762613www.marstonvale.org

Father’s Day Lunch
By: | June 14, 2010 – 12:42 pm | No Comment
Father’s Day Lunch

[ June 20, 2010; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Shuttleworth, Old WardenFather’s Day Lunch, including a visit to the Swiss Garden or the Shuttleworth CollectionAdults – £24.00 Children – £10.To book please call the Catering Manager Mrs Sonia Gunn.01767 627539

Father’s Day: Free entry for Dads!
By: | June 14, 2010 – 12:42 pm | No Comment
Father’s Day: Free entry for Dads!

[ June 20, 2010; ] Father’s Day: Free entry for Dads! Worcestershire County Museum, Hartlebury, Nr Kidderminster. DY11 7XZ. 11am-5pm (last admission 4:30pm). £2.25 – £4.50. Tel: 01299 250416. www.worcestershire.gov.uk/museum