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Cragside, Morpeth, Northumberland, England – Victorian Baking Days
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:32 am | No Comment
Cragside, Morpeth, Northumberland, England – Victorian Baking Days

[ June 26, 2013; 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ] Imagine visiting Cragside House to be greeted by the smell of freshly baked cakes as you step through the door.On Wednesdays between 1 and 4pm our volunteer cooks will be in costume recreating authentic Victorian recipes in our magnificent kitchen. Each week there will be a different recipe. Cragside, Morpeth, Northumberland, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Cragside, Morpeth, Northumberland, [...]

Osterley Park and House, Isleworth, Middlesex, England – Walking For Health
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:31 am | No Comment
Osterley Park and House, Isleworth, Middlesex, England – Walking For Health

[ June 26, 2013; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. ] Join a member of our outdoor team for a monthly brisk 60 minwalk around the Osterley Park Estate. As part of the Walking for Health scheme, youlldiscover new areas of the park and meet newpeople – all whilst improving your health.The walk will leave the Stableyard at 10am and takes in a large circuit [...]

Blickling Estate, Norwich , England – History comes to life
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:27 am | No Comment
Blickling Estate, Norwich , England – History comes to life

[ June 26, 2013; 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm. ] Whose house is it? See the Diggers, our costumed interpretation group ghosting.Blickling Estate, Norwich , Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukBlickling Estate, Norwich , 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 [...]

Emmetts Garden, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Nature Walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:49 pm | No Comment
Emmetts Garden, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Nature Walk

[ June 26, 2013; 10:30 am to 12:00 pm. ] Our volunteer will take you on a walk of discovery as you learn fascinating facts about what is living in the garden and surrounding woodland The walk will be approximately 1.5 miles long and is suitable for walkers of different abilities. Hills and stiles maybe encountered. Bring walking shoes, outdoor clothing and drinks.Emmetts Garden, [...]

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Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England – Pushabout Clumber
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:48 pm | No Comment
Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England – Pushabout Clumber

[ June 26, 2013; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. ] About 2 miles over terrain suitable for buggies. Normal admission charges apply for your first Pushabout.Clumber Park, Worksop, Nottinghamshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Clumber Park, Worksop, 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 you can use to find out what [...]

Moseley Old Hall, Fordhouses, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England – Something old, something new?
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:47 pm | No Comment
Moseley Old Hall, Fordhouses, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England – Something old, something new?

[ June 26, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Discover something new about something old with our Conservation and Engagement team. Find out how we look after our objects and the story behind a different piece each week.Moseley Old Hall, Fordhouses, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Moseley Old Hall, Fordhouses, Wolverhampton, West Midlands, England
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Chirk Castle, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, England – Ramble with the warden – monthly walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:46 pm | No Comment
Chirk Castle, Cerne Abbas, Dorset, England – Ramble with the warden – monthly walk

[ June 26, 2013; 9:30 am to 12:00 pm. ] Join the Chirk Castle estate team for a series of monthly walks through the castles historic parkland. Enjoy a different walk on the last Wednesday of each month. Explore the stunning countryside of Chirk and the surrounding area.Walks are of differing lengths and difficulties – please ring the castle beforehand for each months walk.Chirk Castle, [...]

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

[ June 26, 2013 1:00 pm to June 30, 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
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 [...]

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

[ June 26, 2013 11:00 am to June 30, 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 [...]

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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

[ June 26, 2013 12:00 pm to June 30, 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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Clandon Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Clandon Discovered
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:37 pm | No Comment
Clandon Park, Guildford, Surrey, England – Clandon Discovered

[ June 26, 2013; 1:30 pm to 3:30 pm. ] With a different subject every week these talks, tours, displays and discussions take place between 1.30pm and 3.30pm, each bite-sized event lasting 30 minutes. Talks and activities for curious minds. Every Wednesday between March and October you can join us to enjoy the little known and unusual aspects of Clandon Park.Clandon Park, Guildford, Surrey, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Clandon [...]

Belton House, Grantham, Lincolnshire, England – Conservation in Action – Books or Ceramics
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:36 pm | No Comment
Belton House, Grantham, Lincolnshire, England – Conservation in Action – Books or Ceramics

[ June 26, 2013; 1:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Meet our House and Collections Team as they demonstrate ways we care for Beltons book or ceramics collection.March and April – Books.May and June – CeramicsBelton House, Grantham, Lincolnshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Belton House, Grantham, Lincolnshire, 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 26, 2013; 12:30 pm to 3:30 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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Norwich , Norfolk, England – Royal Norfolk Show
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Norwich , Norfolk, England – Royal Norfolk Show

[ June 26, 2013; 9:00 am; ] County Show: Food, drink and entertainment for all the family!Norwich , Norfolk, Englandhttp://www.royalnorfolkshow.co.uk/Norwich , Norfolk, England
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Norfolk, Norfolk, England – The Royal Norfolk Show
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Norfolk, Norfolk, England – The Royal Norfolk Show

[ June 26, 2013 9:00 am to June 27, 2013 6:00 pm. ] The Royal Norfolk Show is the largest two-day agricultural show in the country.Norfolk, Norfolk, Englandhttp://www.royalnorfolkshow.co.uk/Norfolk, Norfolk, 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 [...]

Cheshire – Congleton Food and Drink Festival
By: | July 22, 2011 – 4:15 pm | No Comment
Cheshire – Congleton Food and Drink Festival

[ June 26, 2011 9:00 am to July 1, 2011 6:00 pm. ] Congleton turns into a Culinary delight lots of food stalls, entertainment, and demonstrations. Free entry a great family event.Congleton Community ProjectsVenues in and around town centreCongletonCheshireCW12 1BNTel:01260 291156Email:info@congleton-community-projects.orgCheshireCheshire

Oldham, Lancashire – People’s Carnival in the Park, Oldham
By: | June 14, 2011 – 6:00 pm | No Comment
Oldham, Lancashire – People’s Carnival in the Park, Oldham

[ June 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The Peoples Carnival promises to be a woppa this year. Theres something for everyone. So bring your smiles to Alexandra Park, bring us sunshine! Weve moved the Carnival Parade inside the Park this year and its emphasis is now on dance and costume rather than float decoration – that starts at 2pm (more below).Amongst the [...]

South Brent, Devon – South Brent Carnival Week
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:59 pm | No Comment
South Brent, Devon – South Brent Carnival Week

[ June 26, 2011; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Carnival procession of many floats with bands and majorettes. Street fair consists of table top sales stalls, cream teas, crowning of the carnival queen, sttendants and princesses for the start of the carnival week.Carnival procession day Saturday 25th June 2011 starting at 6-15pm from the station bridge Celebrate at South Brent Carnival!Takes place in Church [...]

Torquay, Devon – 2011 Babbacombe Festival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:55 pm | No Comment
Torquay, Devon – 2011 Babbacombe Festival

[ June 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Babbacombe Festival is back!Wednesday 15th June – Babbacombe Fayre 9-5pmFriday 17th June – Barn Dance and CeilidhA fun night out featuring Rumpus country dance band in the Festival Marquee on Babbacombe Downs.Full bar service with 20 real ales and cider. From 7.30pm. Tickets (just 6 each) and all the information available from www.babbacombefestival.comSaturday 18th June [...]

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Glasgow, Scotland – West End Festival, Glasgow
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:55 pm | No Comment
Glasgow, Scotland – West End Festival, Glasgow

[ June 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Once again the many participants bring you over 600 events ranging from classical and choral music, folk, rock, jazz, theatre, dance, childrens authors, guided walks to local gala days. In 2010, over 165,000 people attended free and ticketed events across 16 days, making WEF Glasgows most successful festival. The famous Festival Sunday (the Opening Parade) [...]

Ticehurst, Near Wadhurst, East Sussex – KITCHEN GARDEN WEEKEND at Pashley Manor Gardens
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:55 pm | No Comment
Ticehurst, Near Wadhurst, East Sussex – KITCHEN GARDEN WEEKEND at Pashley Manor Gardens

[ June 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] There is evidence of gardening at Pashley from the 16th Century however the gardens fell into disrepair before, during and after World War II when soldiers were housed there. When the current owners started work on the gardens, in 1981, they were wild, but over the next ten years they worked on and expanded them, [...]

Driffield, East Yorkshire – Sledmere Nostalgia Weekend
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:54 pm | No Comment
Driffield, East Yorkshire – Sledmere Nostalgia Weekend

[ June 26, 2011; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Step back in time to the 1940s and 1950s for the weekend at Sledmere House. Experience living and fighting in wartime Britain, working horse and wagon, entertainment marquee with music and dancing, living history camps, re-enactments, 1940s farming machinery display, womens land army and much more!Most of the entertainment is held in the beautiful setting [...]

Colchester, Essex – Colchester Food and Drink Festival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:53 pm | No Comment
Colchester, Essex – Colchester Food and Drink Festival

[ June 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The Colchester Food and Drink Festival with Colchester Rose and Horticultural Show. Over 10,000 people per day attend the Colchester Food and Drink Festival, which has grown every year since 2004. Set in Colchesters beautiful and award winning Castle Park, our flagship event is now a firm regional favourite.Colchester, Essexhttp://www.colchesterfoodanddrinkfestival.co.uk/Colchester, Essex

Edinburgh, Lothian – Edinburgh International Film Festival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:53 pm | No Comment
Edinburgh, Lothian – Edinburgh International Film Festival

[ June 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The International Film Festival promises to bring twelve glorious days crammed with premieres, special events and parties.Edinburgh, Lothianhttp://www.edfilmfest.org.uk/Edinburgh, Lothian

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Dartmoor, Devon – Dartmoor Classic Cyclosportive
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:53 pm | No Comment
Dartmoor, Devon – Dartmoor Classic Cyclosportive

[ June 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] If youre a cycling fan then the West Country has a beautiful and diverse natural environment with stunning coasts, charming rural countryside and wild moorland to explore on two wheels. One of the most outstanding areas of the region is Dartmoor, a National Park covering 368 square miles of unspoilt moorland and home to the [...]

Chelmsford, Essex – Essex Countryside Ride for the Little Havens Hospice
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:53 pm | No Comment
Chelmsford, Essex – Essex Countryside Ride for the Little Havens Hospice

[ June 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] June 26th Essex Countryside ride for the Little Havens HospiceA ride through countryside rich in beauty and natural history. Starting from the grounds of Anglia Ruskin University in Chelmsford, there are 3 great choices: a 25 mile route visiting Hanningfield reservoir and Danbury before looping north of Chelmsford on the return stretch or a [...]

Sedbergh, Cumbria – Sedbergh Folkfest
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:52 pm | No Comment
Sedbergh, Cumbria – Sedbergh Folkfest

[ June 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] Set in a stunning location in North West England, Sedbergh Folkfest is one of the countrys best folk festivals. It has a very friendly atmosphere and a programme of events with something for everyone. Sedbergh, Cumbriahttp://www.sedberghfolkfest.co.uk/Sedbergh, Cumbria

Dent, Cumbria – Dentdale Music & Beer Festival
By: | June 14, 2011 – 5:52 pm | No Comment
Dent, Cumbria – Dentdale Music & Beer Festival

[ June 26, 2011; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] A weekend of family fun set in a beautiful location on the the western edge of the Yorkshire Dales National Park.Dent, Cumbriahttp://www.dentmusicandbeer.com/Dent, Cumbria