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Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Ireland – Tours to the Top 2013
By: | May 14, 2013 – 7:35 am | No Comment
Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Ireland – Tours to the Top 2013

[ June 29, 2013 10:00 am to June 30, 2013 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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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

[ June 29, 2013 12:00 pm to June 30, 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. [...]

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

[ June 29, 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, [...]

Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – St Mary’s Church Tour
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:39 pm | No Comment
Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal Water Garden, Ripon, North Yorkshire, England – St Mary’s Church Tour

[ June 29, 2013; 11:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Take a tour of the richly decorated Victorian High Gothic church designed by William Burges. 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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Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, England – Stirring up the Past
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:38 pm | No Comment
Petworth House and Park, Petworth, West Sussex, England – Stirring up the Past

[ June 29, 2013 11:00 am to June 30, 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
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 [...]

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

[ June 29, 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
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 [...]

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

[ June 29, 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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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

[ June 29, 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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Montacute House, Montacute, Somerset, England – Level’s Best Craft and Farmers Markets
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:17 pm | No Comment
Montacute House, Montacute, Somerset, England – Level’s Best Craft and Farmers Markets

[ June 29, 2013; 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] All your local food and crafts at one quality market. Held in the old stables, this ever popular and awarding wining best in Somerset market is a must for those who like top quality local produce and crafts.Montacute House, Montacute, Somerset, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Montacute House, Montacute, Somerset, 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

[ June 29, 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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Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, England – Lyme, the End of a Golden Era
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:15 pm | No Comment
Lyme Park, House and Garden, Stockport, Cheshire, England – Lyme, the End of a Golden Era

[ June 29, 2013; 11:00 am to 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
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 [...]

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

[ June 29, 2013 11:00 am to June 30, 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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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

[ June 29, 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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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

[ June 29, 2013 12:00 pm to June 30, 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 [...]

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Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, England – beginners Watercolour Workshops
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:39 pm | No Comment
Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, England – beginners Watercolour Workshops

[ June 29, 2013; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Create your watercolour masterpiece in the grounds of Tatton Parks Garden of distinction with our expert art tutor. Some beginners classes also available for you to brush up on your skills. Create your watercolour masterpiece in the grounds of Tatton Parks Garden of distinction with our expert art tutor. Some beginners classes also [...]

Dyrham Park, near Bath, Gloucestershire, England – Cotswold Wardens’ Walk
By: | May 13, 2013 – 8:36 pm | No Comment
Dyrham Park, near Bath, Gloucestershire, England – Cotswold Wardens’ Walk

[ June 29, 2013; 10:30 am to 1:00 pm. ] A walk led by the Cotswold Voluntary Wardens from Dyrham Park, on a new route through nearby farmland and on part of the Cotswold way, passing historical point of interest along the way. The walk will take approx 2.5 hours and is 4.5miles long. Park and garden admission fees do not apply to those [...]

Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Family Weekend Club
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:55 pm | No Comment
Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Wales – Family Weekend Club

[ June 29, 2013 12:00 pm to June 30, 2013 4:00 pm. ] 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 a 50 Things scrapbook and your imagination!Dinefwr Park and Castle, Llandeilo, Carmarthenshire, Waleshttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukDinefwr [...]

Winchester City Mill, Hampshire, England – Weekend Milling Demonstrations
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:54 pm | No Comment
Winchester City Mill, Hampshire, England – Weekend Milling Demonstrations

[ June 29, 2013 11:00 am to June 30, 2013 4:00 pm. ] See how this fully restored workng water mill produces stone-ground wholemeal flour using the power of the river Itchen.Winchester City Mill, Hampshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukWinchester City Mill, Hampshire, 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 [...]

Trelissick Garden, Cornwall, England – Dave’s Bodging Club : Green woodworking in the Park
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:48 pm | No Comment
Trelissick Garden, Cornwall, England – Dave’s Bodging Club : Green woodworking in the Park

[ June 29, 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, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukTrelissick Garden, Cornwall, England
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Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England – Killerton parkrun
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:48 pm | No Comment
Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England – Killerton parkrun

[ June 29, 2013; 9:00 am to 10:00 am. ] 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.Killerton, Exeter, Devon, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.ukKillerton, Exeter, Devon, England
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Cowlam Farm, Little Weighton, Yorkshire, England – LITTLE WEIGHTON STEAM AND VINTAGE RALLY
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:41 pm | No Comment
Cowlam Farm, Little Weighton, Yorkshire, England – LITTLE WEIGHTON STEAM AND VINTAGE RALLY

[ June 29, 2013 9:00 am to June 30, 2013 6:00 pm. ] One of the largest Steam and vintage rallies in YorkshireCowlam Farm, Little Weighton, Yorkshire, Englandhttps://www.facebook.com/littleweightonsteamandvintagerallyCowlam Farm, Little Weighton, Yorkshire, England
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PETERBOROUGH, Cambridgeshire, England – Armed Forces Day 2013
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:24 pm | No Comment
PETERBOROUGH, Cambridgeshire, England – Armed Forces Day 2013

[ June 29, 2013; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Right in the heart of Peterborough City………… where it should be, come along and join us, in celebrating all that the Armed Forces do for us, we will have fair rides, groups, charities, orgainisation that can help, recruit… and just have fun….. it is free to enter.And promises to be a good day for all [...]

Coleraine, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland – Articlave Armed Forces Day 2013
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:24 pm | No Comment
Coleraine, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland – Articlave Armed Forces Day 2013

[ June 29, 2013; 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. ] ARTICAVE ARMED FORCES DAY.Coleraine, County Londonderry, Northern Irelandhttp://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/Coleraine, County Londonderry, Northern Ireland
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Luton, Bedfordshire, England – Armed Forces Day Luton.
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:24 pm | No Comment
Luton, Bedfordshire, England – Armed Forces Day Luton.

[ June 29, 2013; 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] An open day for all ages. Free entry. Stalls – Marching Band – Choir – Arena Events With a March past of Standards and Veterans followed by a short Service at the end of the event. Luton, Bedfordshire, Englandhttp://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/Luton, Bedfordshire, England
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Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex, England – Armed Forces Day 2013
By: | February 1, 2013 – 7:24 pm | No Comment
Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex, England – Armed Forces Day 2013

[ June 29, 2013; 9:30 am to 8:30 pm. ] A full day of Family Fun taking in the Parade of Veterans and local youth organisations at 12 noon taking part in a full Drum Head Field Service. Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex, Englandhttp://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex, England
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Whitby , Yorkshire, England – Whitby Armed Forces Day
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Whitby , Yorkshire, England – Whitby Armed Forces Day

[ June 29, 2013; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ] Whitby Armed Forces DayWhitby , Yorkshire, Englandhttp://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/Whitby , Yorkshire, England
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Colcester, Essex, England – 10TH ANNIVERSARY COLCHESTER FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL 2013
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Colcester, Essex, England – 10TH ANNIVERSARY COLCHESTER FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL 2013

[ June 29, 2013 9:00 am to June 30, 2013 6:00 pm. ] Now in its 10th hugely successful year. We intend to celebrate the anniversary by making this the best and most exciting Festival ever!! Our entrance fee to the public has remained the same for ten years at 3 with free parking. This insures the maximum n

Brodie Castle, Forres, Inverness, Scotland – The Marvel of Peru
By: | June 19, 2012 – 10:51 am | No Comment
Brodie Castle, Forres, Inverness, Scotland – The Marvel of Peru

[ June 29, 2012; 7:30 pm to 9:30 pm. ] As part of their Highland tour leading Baroque musicians in the Highlands join forces to perform elegant chamber music from 17th- and 18th-century Scotland and England. This concert will take place in the grand surroundings of the drawing room. Brodie Castle, Forres, Inverness, Scotlandhttp://www.nts.org.uk/Events/Brodie-Castle/The-Marvel-of-Peru/Brodie Castle, Forres, Inverness, Scotland
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