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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

[ June 24, 2013 12:00 pm to June 25, 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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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

[ June 24, 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
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Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:41 pm | No Comment
Lyme Regis, West Dorset, England – Fossil Walks

[ June 24, 2013; 11:00 am to 2:00 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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Greenway , Devon, England – Shoal Art Brixham
By: | June 19, 2012 – 11:00 am | No Comment
Greenway , Devon, England – Shoal Art Brixham

[ June 24, 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 , Devon, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukGreenway , Devon, England
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Melford Hall, Suffolk, England – Threads, canvas and paint
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:59 am | No Comment
Melford Hall, Suffolk, England – Threads, canvas and paint

[ June 24, 2012; 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm. ] Threads, canvas and paintOnce again we invite East Anglian artists and artisans to exhibit and sell at Melford Hall. Demonstrations on most days by artists, potters, weavers, spinners and embroiderers. All work is for a sale, a percentage of sales kindly donated to Melford Hall for our ongoing conservation work.More Information: Melford Hall, 01787 379 [...]

Saltram, Devon, England – Sinopticon Celebration Weekend
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:59 am | No Comment
Saltram, Devon, England – Sinopticon Celebration Weekend

[ June 24, 2012; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Sinopticon Celebration WeekendA weekend-long celebration of the multi-sited Sinopticon exhibition. Family fun exploring the ideas behind this unique exhibition. Join in with craft activities and talks and explore the exhibition at all four venues. On Saturday, join us for activities at Plymouth Arts Centre, Plymouth Museum & Art Gallery and Plymouth College of Art. On [...]

Sutton Hoo, Suffolk, England – Sutton Hoo Extravaganza
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:59 am | No Comment
Sutton Hoo, Suffolk, England – Sutton Hoo Extravaganza

[ June 24, 2012; 10:30 am to 5:00 pm. ] Join us as we celebrate to mark a decade since this unique site was gifted to the National Trust. Experience the sites two iconic ages with Anglo-Saxon warriors and a WW2 encampment replete with vintage vehicles. Watch exciting battle re-enactments, peruse our stalls and let us tempt you with a tasty BBQ!Sutton Hoo, Suffolk, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukSutton [...]

Ightham Mote, Kent, England – Kent Wood Turners
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:59 am | No Comment
Ightham Mote, Kent, England – Kent Wood Turners

[ June 24, 2012; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Watch as members of the Kent Association of Wood Turners create wooden pieces. Commissions taken and items for sale.More Information: Ightham Mote Property Office, 01732 810378 ext 100, ighthammote@nationaltrust.org.ukIghtham Mote, Kent, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukIghtham Mote, Kent, England
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Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole, South Ayrshire, Scotland – Band Call
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:59 am | No Comment
Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole, South Ayrshire, Scotland – Band Call

[ June 24, 2012; 2:30 pm; ] Dalmellington BandFountain Court (weather permitting). Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole, South Ayrshire, Scotlandhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Culzean-Castle-Country-Park/Band-Call/Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole, South Ayrshire, Scotland
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Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole, South Ayrshire, Scotland – Culzean’s Mammals
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:59 am | No Comment
Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole, South Ayrshire, Scotland – Culzean’s Mammals

[ June 24, 2012; 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm. ] Discover the wildlife of Culzean.Meet at Camellia House Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole, South Ayrshire, Scotlandhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Culzean-Castle-Country-Park/Culzeans-Mammals/Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole, South Ayrshire, Scotland
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Plas Mawr, Conwy, Conwy, Wales – The Wise Woman and the Surgeon
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:53 am | No Comment
Plas Mawr, Conwy, Conwy, Wales – The Wise Woman and the Surgeon

[ June 24, 2012; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Herbs and head saws, leeches and lavender exploring medieval medicine.Plas Mawr, Conwy, Conwy, Waleshttp://cadw.wales.gov.uk/events/allevents/5889107/?lang=enPlas Mawr, Conwy, Conwy, Wales
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Tretower Court & Castle, Crickhowell, Powys, Wales – Medieval Garden Talk
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:53 am | No Comment
Tretower Court & Castle, Crickhowell, Powys, Wales – Medieval Garden Talk

[ June 24, 2012; 2:30 pm to 6:00 pm. ] An amusing and informative guide to medieval herbs and plant lore.Tretower Court & Castle, Crickhowell, Powys, Waleshttp://cadw.wales.gov.uk/events/allevents/5955075/?lang=enTretower Court & Castle, Crickhowell, Powys, Wales
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Priorwood Garden, Melrose, Scottish Borders, Scotland – Scotland’s Gardens Open Day
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:52 am | No Comment
Priorwood Garden, Melrose, Scottish Borders, Scotland – Scotland’s Gardens Open Day

[ June 24, 2012; 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Escape to the country inside Priorwood at the National Trust for Scotland event in support of Scotlands Gardens! In Melrose, overlooked by the Abbey ruins, this unique garden produces plants for a superb variety of dried flower Ayrshire & Arrangements, made and sold here and for which the garden is now best known. Priorwood Garden, [...]

Harmony Garden, Melrose, Scottish Borders, Scotland – Scotland’s Gardens Open Day
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:52 am | No Comment
Harmony Garden, Melrose, Scottish Borders, Scotland – Scotland’s Gardens Open Day

[ June 24, 2012; 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Enjoy the heart of the Borders in Harmony Garden at the National Trust for Scotlands event in support of Scotlands Gardens.Harmony evokes the charm of a 19th century country town garden that provides a welcome respite from the bustle of town. Harmony Garden, Melrose, Scottish Borders, Scotlandhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Harmony-Garden/Scotlands-Gardens-Open-Day/Harmony Garden, Melrose, Scottish Borders, Scotland
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Brodick Castle, Garden & Country Park, Brodick, Ayrshire & Arran, Scotland – Wildflowers for beginners
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:52 am | No Comment
Brodick Castle, Garden & Country Park, Brodick, Ayrshire & Arran, Scotland – Wildflowers for beginners

[ June 24, 2012; 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm. ] A chance to learn more about how to identify Ayrshire & Arrans wildflowers. Some key work involved but aimed at beginners. Booking essential.Brodick Castle, Garden & Country Park, Brodick, Ayrshire & Arran, Scotlandhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Brodick-Castle-Garden-Country-Park/1728/Brodick Castle, Garden & Country Park, Brodick, Ayrshire & Arran, Scotland
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Llangollen Railway, Llangollen – Railcar Gala
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:08 pm | No Comment
Llangollen Railway, Llangollen – Railcar Gala

[ June 24, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] See the line as the drive sees it from the comfort of one of our heritage scenic observation diesel trains. An intensive service will operate using the trains which revolutionised the railways more than 50 years ago.Llangollen Railway, Llangollenhttp://www.llangollen-railway.co.uk/event.php?id=123Llangollen Railway, Llangollen
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Denbigh – Midsummer Festival
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:08 pm | No Comment
Denbigh – Midsummer Festival

[ June 24, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A cocktail of poetry, music, dancing, walks & talks, films, boules, ball drop, local and French markets, fun fair & more!!Denbighhttp://www.visitdenbigh.co.uk/midsummer3.htmlDenbigh
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Criccieth – Criccieth Festival
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:07 pm | No Comment
Criccieth – Criccieth Festival

[ June 24, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Spectacular array of musical performances ranging from choirs to Jazz.Cricciethhttp://www.cricciethfestival.co.uk/Criccieth
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Welsh Highland Heritage Railway, Porthmadog – Slate Industry Exhibition
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:07 pm | No Comment
Welsh Highland Heritage Railway, Porthmadog – Slate Industry Exhibition

[ June 24, 2012; 10:30 am to 4:00 pm. ] Exhibition relating to the extraction and processing of slate in the area, which is inextricably linked to the railways in the area and in particular the development of narrow gauge railwaysWelsh Highland Heritage Railway, Porthmadoghttp://www.whr.co.uk/timetableWelsh Highland Heritage Railway, Porthmadog
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Chirk Castle, Wrexham – Home Farm Summer Fete
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:06 pm | No Comment
Chirk Castle, Wrexham – Home Farm Summer Fete

[ June 24, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Join Chirk Castle for lots of fun at this summer style fete.Chirk Castle, Wrexhamhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/chirk-castle/Chirk Castle, Wrexham
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Plas Mawr, Conwy – The Wise Woman and the Surgeon
By: | May 29, 2012 – 6:06 pm | No Comment
Plas Mawr, Conwy – The Wise Woman and the Surgeon

[ June 24, 2012; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Herbs and head saws, leeches and lavendar – exploring medieval medicine.Plas Mawr, Conwyhttp://cadw.wales.gov.uk/events/allevents/5889107/?lang=enPlas Mawr, Conwy
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National Musuem of Scotland, Edinburgh – See Scotland by Train
By: | May 16, 2012 – 9:35 am | No Comment
National Musuem of Scotland, Edinburgh – See Scotland by Train

[ June 24, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] See Scotland by Train provides the first chance to see National Museums Scotlands beautiful collection of Scottish railway posters. These striking works of art reflect the changing tastes and needs of the rail passenger over the last 100 years, giving a flavour of what it meant to travel by rail. They depict some of the [...]

Trerice, near Newquay – Lute On Sundays
By: | May 1, 2012 – 11:46 am | No Comment
Trerice, near Newquay – Lute On Sundays

[ June 24, 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
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NEC, Birmingham – Toy Collectors’ Fair
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:13 am | No Comment
NEC, Birmingham – Toy Collectors’ Fair

[ June 24, 2012; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] 600 stalls of toys, trains and models at Britains Biggest Toy Collectors FairThere is an amazing variety of collectables to be found amongst the stalls at the NEC Toy Fair.Visitors to the show can expect to find tables full of diecast models by Corgi, Dinky, Spot On, Tekno, Lledo, EFE, Sunstar, Norev and Miniichamps. Model [...]

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Derbyshire – Derbyshire County Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:12 am | No Comment
Derbyshire – Derbyshire County Show

[ June 24, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] We order the sunshine, well most of the time, to complement the many attractions of a Traditional County Show. Every year the organisers put a tremendous amount of thought and effort into the attractions for you the public to enjoy. 2012 will be no exception. So whether its the children, Mums and Dads, Grannies and [...]

nr. Edinburgh – Royal Highland Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:12 am | No Comment
nr. Edinburgh – Royal Highland Show

[ June 24, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] For those who think it?s just cows and combine harvesters, then what can we say? Be prepared for an experience like no other. We guarantee that if you come youll be back year after year.nr. Edinburghhttp://www.royalhighlandshow.org/nr. Edinburgh

Market Harborough, Leicestershire – Blaston Show
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:12 am | No Comment
Market Harborough, Leicestershire – Blaston Show

[ June 24, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Blaston and District Agricultural Society was founded in 1957 by a group of local people with a keen interest in agriculture and the rural community. The first ever Blaston Show was held the same year and has been an annual event ever since. Several of the original founders of the Society are still [...]

Edinburgh – See Scotland By Train
By: | January 4, 2012 – 11:11 am | No Comment
Edinburgh – See Scotland By Train

[ June 24, 2012; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Free. Further information on the websiteEdinburghhttp://www.nms.ac.uk/our_museums/national_museum.aspxEdinburgh