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50 things to do before you're 11¾

Try stone skimming - it's No 5 on the '50 Things to do' list! © Emma Williams

Try stone skimming - it's No 5 on the '50 Things to do' list!

What '50 things' are you doing this half-term?

Tick off or try out some fantastic '50 things to do before you're 11¾' at our places and spaces this half-term. Check out a '50 Things' Day of Mini Adventures at Buttermere on 26 May!

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Midsummer magic at Little Moreton!

Help prepare for Little Moreton's Midsummer Festival

Help make hobby horses, soap balls and a giant dragon for Little Moreton Hall's Midsummer Festival on 22 & 23 June. Workshops 25 - 27 May, 29 May - 2 June 11am - 5pm

Amongst the roses at Dunham Massey

Katie Derham with ’Rosa Dunham Massey’ at RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Visit Dunham Massey's gorgeous new rose garden with over 1600 delicious roses, including 'Rosa Dunham Massey' launched by Katie Derham at this year's RHS Chelsea Flower Show.

Dressing up the Georgian way

Head to William Wordsworth's childhood home on 29 May where you can don replica 18th century costumes and pose for a family photo! Check out a week of half-term fun at Wordsworth House & Garden

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Speke Hall gardens

Chill out in

Wanted: 50 Things Family Champions!

Lyme Park is on the hunt for '50 Things to do' volunteer Family Champions to help with their '50 Things' activities over the summer. Interested? Head to Lyme on 30 May, 11am to find out more!