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    Days out for Dads

    Father's Day is about spending time together and treating Dad, so why not visit a National Trust property on 15 June for an original day out?

    Here are our selection of Father's Day highlights at National Trust properties all over the country:

    Panoramic view of the River Dart and Kingswear, taken near Greenway garden.

    Greenway, Devon
    Day on a steam train

    Treat your Dad to a trip on a steam train from Paignton to Kingswear, a ferry to Dartmouth and then a river cruise to Agatha Christie's former home of Greenway, guided by John Risdon.

    Chedworth Roman Villa, Gloucestershire
    Dress up as a Roman

    Visit the villa and dress Dad up as a Roman! Re-enactors will also show you about life at the villa in Roman times. Dressing up fun for all the family.

    		 Child wearing a gladiator's helmet at Chedworth Roman Villa

    Children playing with the giant outdoor chess set at Hanbury Hall, Worcestershire.

    Hanbury Hall, Worcestershire
    Birds of Prey

    Enjoy flying displays and find out more about Birds of Prey with Worcestershire falconry expert, Trevor Hill. 11am - 4pm.

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    Lytes Cary Manor, Somerset
    Croquet Day

    Enjoy the noble but ruthless family game of croquet this Father's Day. Expert tuition provided. 11am - 4pm.

    		 Family playing croquet at a National Trust property

    Classic car at a National Trust property

    Dudmaston, Shropshire
    Classic cars and brass band

    Treat Dad to a special day out at Dudmaston, with classic cars and a brass band. 12pm-5pm.

    Lyveden New Bield, Northamptonshire
    Silver Band Sunday

    Relax in the grounds of Lyveden to the sound of a silver band. The perfect way to spend Father's Day.

    		 Taking a photo of children at a National Trust property

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    Family visiting Petworth House

    Petworth House, West Sussex
    Harley Father's Day

    If you are searching for the perfect Father's Day outing come to Petworth House and see a large and varied selection of Harley Davidson motorbikes. Also featuring the Sussex Pistols band.

    Antony House, Cornwall
    Fathers for Free

    Fathers can come to Antony House and Gardens for free on Father's Day - fathers must be accompanied by at least one paying child. Visit our tea-rooms, take a tour of the house or a gentle stroll through the gardens. 12.30pm - 5.30pm.

    		 View of Knot Garden in the grounds of Antony House

    Young visitors peeping through the wooden gate at Ightham Mote, Kent.

    Ightham Mote, Kent
    Dad's Day Delights

    Meet the Gong Scourers who add a touch of terror to the bucolic pursuit of Morris dancing; view vintages Rolls Royces on display; be pampered in the Squire's Room; view craftsmen working in wood and taste some local beer. 11am - 4pm.

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    Waddesdon Manor, Buckinghamshire
    Wine Tasting in the Cellars

    Come and taste 16 wines from champagne to port in the Wine Cellars at Waddesdon Manor. 10am - 5pm.

    Wine at a National Trust restaurant

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    Father and daughter at a National Trust property
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