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Emmetts Garden, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Nature Walk
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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, [...]

Emmetts Garden, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Nature Walk
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Emmetts Garden, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Nature Walk

[ June 12, 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, [...]

Emmetts Garden, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Nature Walk
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Emmetts Garden, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Nature Walk

[ June 19, 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, [...]

Emmetts Garden, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Nature Walk
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Emmetts Garden, Sevenoaks, Kent, England – Nature Walk

[ June 5, 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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Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, England – Needles and Thimbles
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Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, England – Needles and Thimbles

[ June 2, 2013; 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Learn more about 18c needlework and the decorative skills that bought 18c fabrics and cloths to life.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 use to find out [...]

Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, England – Needles and Thimbles
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Quebec House, Westerham, Kent, England – Needles and Thimbles

[ June 1, 2013; 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. ] Learn more about 18c needlework and the decorative skills that bought 18c fabrics and cloths to life.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 use to find out [...]

Yorkshire Coast, near Ravenscar, North Yorkshire, England – Old Coastguard Station Easter Trail
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Yorkshire Coast, near Ravenscar, North Yorkshire, England – Old Coastguard Station Easter Trail

[ March 30, 2013 10:00 am to April 1, 2013 4:00 pm. ] Follow the clues to win a yummy chocolatey prize!Yorkshire Coast, near Ravenscar, North Yorkshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Yorkshire Coast, near Ravenscar, North Yorkshire, England
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Ashridge Estate, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, England – Nests and Eggs
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Ashridge Estate, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, England – Nests and Eggs

[ April 9, 2013; 10:15 am to 11:15 am. ] Join us at the Natural History Museum Tring for a creative craft session using the Museums collection of nests and eggs for inspiration. Ashridge Estate, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Ashridge Estate, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, England
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Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England – Open Drawers Day
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Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England – Open Drawers Day

[ May 7, 2013; 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. ] Come and find out about some of the secrets revealed within our furniture. The House team will be revealing secret letters discovered in a hidden drawer. A chance to discover more about the collection at TrericeTrerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England
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Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – Newark Park Dragon Trail
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Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – Newark Park Dragon Trail

[ April 20, 2013 11:00 am to April 21, 2013 4:00 pm. ] St. Georges day is coming up on 23 April, get in the spirit and do our Dragon Trail around the house on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 April. Will you be able to spot Newarks own golden Dragon, Spike? Little knights and princesses love it!Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England
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Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England – Open Drawers Day
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Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England – Open Drawers Day

[ April 16, 2013; 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. ] Come and find out about some of the secrets revealed within our furniture. The House team will be revealing secret letters discovered in a hidden drawer. A chance to discover more about the collection at TrericeTrerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England
There are many organisations in the [...]

Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England – Open Drawers Day
By: | May 13, 2013 – 10:49 pm | No Comment
Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England – Open Drawers Day

[ March 5, 2013; 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. ] Come and find out about some of the secrets revealed within our furniture. The House team will be revealing secret letters discovered in a hidden drawer. A chance to discover more about the collection at TrericeTrerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England
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Acorn Bank, Temple Sowerby, near Penrith, Cumbria, England – NGS Cumbria Wordsworth’s Daffodil Legacy
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Acorn Bank, Temple Sowerby, near Penrith, Cumbria, England – NGS Cumbria  Wordsworth’s Daffodil Legacy

[ March 24, 2013; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Explore the daffodils planted by Acorn Banks Lady of a million daffodils, Dorothy Una Ratcliffe, on guided walks with the Gardener at 12pm and 3pm. 9 gardens the length of Cumbria will open on this day to mark the counties link with Wordsworths golden host.All admission fees on this day go to the [...]

Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – Newark Park opens for 2013
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Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England – Newark Park opens for 2013

[ March 2, 2013; 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. ] Newark Park opens for the Season. Come and see us with our woodland walks, and our relaxing house house ideal for a sit down to admire excellent views across the Ozleworth Valley.Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Newark Park, Wotton-under-Edge, Gloucestershire, England
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Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England – NGS Open Day at Trelissick
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Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England – NGS Open Day at Trelissick

[ May 1, 2013; 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. ] A chance to support the National Gardens Scheme with a visit to Trelissick Garden. A chance to support the National Garden Scheme with a visit to Trelissick Garden. Find out more with a guided tour by our Garden Team at 2.30pmTrelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Trelissick Garden, Feock, near Truro, Cornwall, England
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Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, England – NGS Gardens open for charity
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Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, England – NGS Gardens open for charity

[ June 15, 2013; 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The gardens at Hinton Ampner will be supporting the National Gardens Scheme again in 2012.Our usual entrance fees to the garden apply but will be donated to the NGS to support their charitable causes.Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, England
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Stourhead, near Mere, Wiltshire, England – NGS Open Day
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Stourhead, near Mere, Wiltshire, England – NGS Open Day

[ May 4, 2013; 9:00 am to 7:00 pm. ] Enjoy the glories of the world-famous landscape garden in spring and help the charities that the NGS scheme raises funds for.Stourhead, near Mere, Wiltshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Stourhead, near Mere, Wiltshire, 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 [...]

Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, England – NGS Gardens open for charity
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Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, England – NGS Gardens open for charity

[ April 20, 2013; 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. ] The gardens at Hinton Ampner will be supporting the National Gardens Scheme again in 2012.Our usual entrance fees to the garden apply but will be donated to the NGS to support their charitable causes.Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Hinton Ampner, Alresford, Hampshire, England
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Oxburgh Hall, Oxborough, near Swaffham, Norfolk, England – Nordic Walking (April)
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Oxburgh Hall, Oxborough, near Swaffham, Norfolk, England – Nordic Walking (April)

[ April 16, 2013; 10:00 am to 11:30 am. ] What is Nordic Walking? Have you ever wondered what Nordic Walking is? Come and find out at Oxburgh Hall. We are offering taster sessions with a fully qualified instructor. Each session lasts about an hour, covering the basic technique and giving an insight into how the poles can propel you along and [...]

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Stonehenge Landscape, near Amesbury, Wiltshire, England – Night walk adventure
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Stonehenge Landscape, near Amesbury, Wiltshire, England – Night walk adventure

[ March 22, 2013; 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. ] Storytelling, stars, games, and more! Family fun around the monuments of King Barrow Ridge. Bring a torch. Ideal for ages 6 to 11, all ages invited to join in!Stonehenge Landscape, near Amesbury, Wiltshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Stonehenge Landscape, near Amesbury, Wiltshire, England
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Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England – NGS Open Day at Trerice
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Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, England – NGS Open Day at Trerice

[ May 1, 2013; 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. ] Visit Trerice today and support the NGS open day scheme. Enjoy a special tour of the Garden at 11am.Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Trerice, Kestle Mill, near Newquay, Cornwall, 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 [...]

Malham Tarn Estate, Settle, North Yorkshire, England – Night Sky Walk at Malham Tarn
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Malham Tarn Estate, Settle, North Yorkshire, England – Night Sky Walk at Malham Tarn

[ March 9, 2013; 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ] Join us to marvel at the wonders of the night sky within the glorious setting at Malham Tarn – a beginners guide to identifying some of the constellations. This event is weather dependant so if we cant see the stars we will take you on a night walk instead.Malham Tarn Estate, Settle, North Yorkshire, [...]

Woolacombe, Mortehoe and Ilfracombe, Woolacombe, Devon, England – North Devon Marathon – fun training runs
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Woolacombe, Mortehoe and Ilfracombe, Woolacombe, Devon, England – North Devon Marathon – fun training runs

[ May 6, 2013; 10:00 am to 1:00 pm. ] Taking part in the North Devon marathon, or do you just love a good run in the great outdoors? Join us on our fun training runs, a great way to get together as a group and enjoy the fantastic coastal scenery whilst getting fit. Varied terrain including beach and dunes. Woolacombe, Mortehoe and Ilfracombe, [...]

Woolacombe, Mortehoe and Ilfracombe, Woolacombe, Devon, England – North Devon Marathon – fun training runs
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Woolacombe, Mortehoe and Ilfracombe, Woolacombe, Devon, England – North Devon Marathon – fun training runs

[ May 27, 2013; 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. ] Taking part in the North Devon marathon, or do you just love a good run in the great outdoors? Join us on our fun training runs, a great way to get together as a group and enjoy the fantastic coastal scenery whilst getting fit. Varied terrain including beach and dunes. Woolacombe, Mortehoe and Ilfracombe, [...]

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Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England – Nordic Walking UK ‘Learn to Nordic Walk’
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Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England – Nordic Walking UK ‘Learn to Nordic Walk’

[ March 9, 2013; 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm. ] Get fit and have fun in Killertons parkland. Nordic Walking burns up to 40% more than ordinary walking. Join our qualified Nordic Walking instructor Fiona Swan for the two-part Nordic Walking UK training course.Killerton, Exeter, Devon, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Killerton, Exeter, Devon, England
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Woolacombe, Mortehoe and Ilfracombe, Woolacombe, Devon, England – North Devon Marathon – fun training runs
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Woolacombe, Mortehoe and Ilfracombe, Woolacombe, Devon, England – North Devon Marathon – fun training runs

[ April 1, 2013; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ] Taking part in the North Devon marathon, or do you just love a good run in the great outdoors? Join us on our fun training runs, a great way to get together as a group and enjoy the fantastic coastal scenery whilst getting fit. Varied terrain including beach and dunes. Woolacombe, Mortehoe and Ilfracombe, [...]

Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Ireland – North Easter!
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Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Ireland – North Easter!

[ April 1, 2013; 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. ] Get outdoors and take part in a fun Easter Trail with a tasty Cadburys prize at the end. Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Irelandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Penshaw Monument, Penshaw, County Durham, Northern Ireland
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Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire, England – Obsessions of an English gentleman
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Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire, England – Obsessions of an English gentleman

[ April 26, 2013; 11:00 am to 1:30 pm. ] Join the National Trusts nature and wildlife expert, Matthew Oates, as he explores how Sir Vauncey captured his natural history obsession. Includes a light lunch.Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire, Englandhttp://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/Calke Abbey, Derby, Derbyshire, England
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