Chloe Ferguson
I’m beginning Queen’s University in September, studying English and Social Anthropology, and my creativity will be brought into my role here in the Media Team through blog posts and photographs. I’ve been volunteering here for 3 years and my favourite part about Mount Stewart is mythology and the stories of Edith that are portrayed here.
A blaze of colour in South Devon
Vibrant wild flowers, warm sunshine and the promise of summer to come... These walks have been selected because rain or shine - woodlands and cliff tops will be a blaze of spring colour.
Wiltshire Landscape walking challenge
This is an opportunity to discover more of Wiltshire's iconic landscape, rich in archaeology, wildlife and plants. You can enjoy beautiful open spaces and challenge yourself to complete all twelve walks at our landscape sites.
Wed 23 May 2018
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01:00-23:59
Listen to the nightjars at Headley Heath
Dawn and dusk are good times to hear the unusual "churr" of the ground-nesting night-jar. Park at Headley Heath main car park, KT18 6NN
Wed 23 May 2018
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01:00-01:00
Stonehenge and Avebury walking challenge
An opportunity to walk in the footsteps of our ancestors in this iconic landscape, rich in archaeology, wildlife and plants. You can enjoy these wide open spaces by challenging yourself to complete all eight walks - once done you'll have walked 50km.
Wed 23 May 2018
+ 221 other dates
01:00-23:59
Glendurgan Garden
Stroll down through the peaceful, exotic and playful valley to a sheltered beach at the bottom.
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Your passport to fun and adventure this half-term
Looking for something to do this half term? Pick up your family passport at our visitor centre and navigate your way through Lord Fairhaven’s travels with a series of activities and challenges for a fun packed day.
May half-term in and around Exmoor
Why not make the most of this May half-term? With trails, outdoor play areas and activities on throughout the holidays, there's plenty to keep the little ones amused, come rain or shine.
May half-term adventures in Devon
Why not make the most of this May half-term at the National Trust? With trails, outdoor play areas and activities on throughout the holidays, there's plenty to keep the little ones amused, come rain or shine.
Temple Lawn
Come and see the spectacular and intriguing Temple set within a garden at Anglesey Abbey that was planted especially for autumn colour but is well worth a visit in spring and summer.
Studland Bay
Vast area of sandy beaches and heathland
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Half Term at Dunster Castle
There’s plenty of half term fun and lots to discover at Dunster Castle
Baggy Point
The impressive headland at Croyde with crashing waves and dramatic cliffs
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Person of the month: John Cheetham
This May, we're stepping into the shoes of the Bailiff, John Cheetham.
Top of the Gorge festival, 22-24 June 2018
The summer of 2018 welcomes a brand new festival to the top Cheddar Gorge. It's your chance to challenge yourself with some outdoor action, relax with live music and local food, and try something new all atop the UK's largest gorge.
Heddon Valley
Towering cliffs, coves and a wooded valley within Exmoor National Park
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What's on in May half term in Cornwall
Longer days and warmer weather means this school holiday is a great chance to get outdoors as a family. Here are some ideas for your half-term adventure.
Nature talk and tea
Want to learn more about nature and wildlife? Find out about our 'Nature talk and tea' series.