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Sun 21 Jul 2019

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11:00-12:00

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If you are visiting in the morning please book on one of our Highlight Tours, the only way to see the property until 1:30pm. Our volunteer guides will share the stories behind William and Jane's red brick house.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

11:00-16:15

A weekend of art, crafts, and community wellbeing at Red House

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 21 other dates

12:30-13:15

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Join one of our knowledgeable volunteers on a tour of the Red House garden.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

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14:15-14:25

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Learn about the later owners of Red House after Morris and his family had left for London.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

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11:00-16:15

Discover your inner craftsman at Red House this Summer.

Thu 01 Aug 2019

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11:00-11:30

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If you are visiting in the morning please book on one of our Highlight Tours, the only way to see the property until 1:30pm. Our volunteer guides will share the stories behind William and Jane's red brick house.

Sat 03 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

11:00-15:00

Paint a pebble for a pound.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

14:00-16:00

Explore the Hall and Gardens and enjoy a Denney inspired afternoon tea in our Stables Café.

Thu 01 Aug 2019

18:00-21:00

Explore the Hall after hours, enjoy a drink and participate in a Denney inspired garden bouquet workshop.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

19:00-21:15

Graham Fawcett presents an evening on Lord Byron.

Fri 26 Jul 2019

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11:00-12:00

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Experience this extraordinary home and unique work of art. Secure your place on an intimate pre-booked guided tour for up to six people. Every visit helps us to continue our work to protect this exquisite and unique place.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

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13:00-16:00

Join us as we recreate some of Mrs Wolfe's eighteenth century recipes such as lemon drops, King or Queen cakes or macaroons. Tastings available.

Sat 10 Aug 2019

13:00-16:00

Bring history to life with an historic re-enactment.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

10:00-11:00

Get a free babyccino for your little one when you buy yourself a hot drink in the Brewhouse.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

11:00-11:30

Join the storytime fun in Knole's bookshop where your little ones can enjoy short stories and nursery rhymes.

Tue 23 Jul 2019

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11:00-16:00

Lord Sackville's private garden at Knole is a magical space, featuring sprawling lawns, a walled garden, an untamed wilderness area and a medieval orchard.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

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11:30-12:15

On this tour of Knole's often-forgotten attic spaces, our knowledgeable guides will reveal the stories behind centuries of graffiti, lost 17th century letters, witchmarks and a curiously sloped floor.

Mon 29 Jul 2019

11:00-15:00

Get creative with drop in craft activities in Green Court on Mondays during the school summer holidays.

Mon 05 Aug 2019

11:00-15:00

Get creative with drop in craft activities in Green Court on Mondays during the school summer holidays.

Tue 06 Aug 2019

11:00-16:00

Lord Sackville's private garden at Knole is a magical space, featuring sprawling lawns, a walled garden, an untamed wilderness area and a medieval orchard.

Mon 12 Aug 2019

11:00-15:00

Get creative with drop in craft activities in Green Court on Mondays during the school summer holidays.

Mon 19 Aug 2019

11:00-15:00

Get creative with drop in craft activities in Green Court on Mondays during the school summer holidays.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

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10:00-16:00

Travel through 40 years of Polka Theatre history in a new, interactive exhibition.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

10:00-17:00

Oakleigh Fairs return with a weekend not to miss. With animal shows, craft stalls and food vendors, it's a great day out for the whole family. Parking on event site only.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

10:30-12:00

Enjoy the great outdoors with life drawing sessions led by our artist in residence. All materials provided. All levels welcome.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

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11:30-12:15

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Join our knowledgeable tour guides for a leisurely stroll around Morden Hall Park.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

10:00-11:00

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Park Explorers is for 2-4 year olds and parents/carers to learn about the world around them. Sessions are £5 each and focus on a different outdoor theme each week. Arrive from 9:45 for the 10am session, or from 10:45 for the 11am session.

Tue 23 Jul 2019

13:30-16:00

Open the box and pull out a Character, who will it be? Who will you become? For children interested in acting and wanting to have a go at performing!

Wed 24 Jul 2019

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10:00-11:00

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For the first time climb the tallest, oldest tree in the park! Limited tickets available.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

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19:30-20:30

All levels welcome! Free

Thu 25 Jul 2019

13:30-16:00

Come and help us bring some classic stories from previous Polka shows to life!

Sat 27 Jul 2019

10:00-12:30

Come and be amazed by the fabulous masks found in Polka’s exhibition, and make your very own creation!

Sun 28 Jul 2019

+ 3 other dates

08:30-08:30

Stretch, breathe, relax and reconnect with nature with our yoga sessions every Sunday. All levels welcome. Yoga mats are provided.

Sun 28 Jul 2019

08:30-10:30

A free monthly 10k trail run through the park. See the beauty of the seasons changing. Free, fun, informal. Come and Trust10 with us. Run starts at 8.30am

Sun 28 Jul 2019

11:00-16:00

Join us to make woodland inspired crafts and pack your sandwiches for a storytelling picnic from 12 noon.

Tue 30 Jul 2019

10:00-12:30

Open the box and pull out a Character, who will it be? Who will you become?

Tue 30 Jul 2019

+ 10 other dates

10:00-16:00

Come along and get the whole family involved in active play over the summer holidays. How many active adventure will you have and how many skills you and your little champions take away?

Thu 01 Aug 2019

13:30-16:00

Design and make your own rod puppet!

Fri 02 Aug 2019

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11:30-12:45

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New for 2019, Star Flower will amaze you with a magical performance of aerial and ground based acrobatics, dance and physical theatre -bringing to life one of our trees in the Rose Garden.

Fri 09 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

20:00-21:15

How many bats will you see?

Sat 10 Aug 2019

14:00-17:00

Take part in our workshop to build your own basic bat detector to take away and use to hear the ultrasonic calls of bats. Includes bat detector kit, use of tools and a free ticket to the bat walk taking place later the same evening.

Sat 10 Aug 2019

20:00-21:30

Learn about bats, and then spot and listen out for them in the park, including from our wetland boardwalk.

Sun 11 Aug 2019

10:00-12:00

Let nature stir your senses and creativity during this relaxing mindfulness-inspired classes. All materials are provided. Suitable for both beginners and more experienced.

Fri 16 Aug 2019

19:30-22:00

Bring along a picnic and settle down amongst the roses. The Lord Chamblerlain's Men invite you to join them this summer for Shakespeare’s enchanting comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Sat 17 Aug 2019

10:30-11:15

Fun and healthy yoga exercises for kids in the beautiful Morden Hall Park's Rose Garden.

Sat 17 Aug 2019

13:15-14:30

How busy is a busy bee?

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-16:00

Explore Emmetts Garden to discover Amet the Ant and his amazing colony of ants hidden around the garden.

Thu 15 Aug 2019

18:30-22:00

Join us for an open air theatre experience with The Lord Chamberlains Men in Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

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10:00-16:00

Explore the garden and woodland of Chartwell to discover all about Winston Churchill’s favourite butterflies.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

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10:00-17:00

Be one of the first visitors to see our new permanent exhibition. Featuring the fascinating collection of Churchill's own cherished possessions, collected by him over the course of his lifetime.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

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15:15-15:30

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Get a timed ticket on arrival or pre-book the 12:00 or 14.30 time slot Mon-Fri. On Sat & Sun pre-book the 15.15 or 15.45 slots. Book +24 hours in advance, arrive at least 30 mins early exchanging your e-ticket for a house ticket.

Tue 23 Jul 2019

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16:00-17:00

Explore the life and legacy of wartime Prime Minister Winston Churchill through this new tour with our knowledgeable guide.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

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16:00-17:00

Delve deeper into the stories of Clementine, wife to Winston Churchill. This intimate one hour tour will take you through selected rooms of the house, including Winston's bedroom, with one of our knowledgeable guides.

Thu 01 Aug 2019

+ 20 other dates

12:00-12:15

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Get a timed ticket on arrival or pre-book the 12:00 or 14.30 time slot Mon-Fri. On Sat & Sun pre-book the 15.15 or 15.45 slots. Book +24 hours in advance, arrive at least 30 mins early exchanging your e-ticket for a house ticket.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

12:00-12:30

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Discover the secret rooms used by the servants in the southeast part of the house.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

+ 27 other dates

10:00-17:00

Discover the trail around the garden and join our themed Thursdays including 50 things, Victorian family fun, teddy bear's picnic and games.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

20:00-22:00

Learn all about the species of bats living here at Ightham Mote on this evening walk, and keep a sharp eye out to spot them.

Sat 03 Aug 2019

19:00-22:30

Enjoy an evening of live music on the north lawn from Kent based band, 'The Dial' as they perform covers of classic rock, soul and dance.

Thu 08 Aug 2019

20:00-22:00

Learn all about the species of bats living here at Ightham Mote on this evening walk, and keep a sharp eye out to spot them.

Fri 16 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

10:30-16:00

Anyone for a short game of bowls? Have a taster session and a quick game on the lawn, depicted in the Singer-Sargent Game of Bowls painting.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

+ 4 other dates

14:30-15:00

Join an early keyboard expert each week to explore a different aspect of the Benton Fletcher Collection.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

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14:00-14:30

Discover fascinating and newly unearthed facts in these free, short introductions.

Wed 07 Aug 2019

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11:00-12:00

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Come to Fenton to find out about our mini beasts... see how our bees work in the garden and get buzzy! You can come and get crafty with us! You may even be so lucky as to make a bug hotel! Discover something new every week!

Sun 21 Jul 2019

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12:30-13:00

Join one of our knowledgeable guides for a free 30 min tour of the exterior of the mansion and learn about the architectural changes made to this magnificent 17th century property. Check at reception on the day for availability.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

14:30-15:30

Join us for a tour around the boundary of Ham House and Garden and discover the history of the Ham estate.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

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11:30-12:00

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Free thirty minute tour of Ham's beautiful gardens with one of our welcoming and knowledgeable guides.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

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14:30-15:00

Join one of our garden guides for a free thirty minute tour of our kitchen garden. Discover more about the history of the 17th century kitchen garden and the herbs and vegetables grown by our gardeners.

Sat 03 Aug 2019

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11:00-11:40

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Enchanting magic awaits you inside the bell tent that has magically popped up in the wilderness. Fireside Folktales will be retelling of various myths, legends and folktales through original short plays throughout the day.

Sat 03 Aug 2019

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12:30-13:10

Enchanting magic awaits you inside the bell tent that has magically popped up in the wilderness. Fireside Folktales will be retelling of various myths, legends and folktales through original short plays throughout the day.

Sat 03 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

16:00-16:45

Enchanting magic awaits you inside the bell tent that has magically popped up in the wilderness. Fireside Folktales will be retelling of various myths, legends and folktales through original short plays throughout the day.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

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09:15-10:15

Experience Osterley House from a different perspective with our yoga sessions every Sunday morning.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 14 other dates

10:00-10:45

Introduce your children to the world of cycling with the Emerging Rider Cycling Course run by The Bicycle Society.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

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11:00-11:45

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Come and learn how to cycle with The Bicycle Society's Developing Rider Course. They guarantee that they can get any child cycling without stabilizers using fun and imaginative coaching methods.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

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12:00-13:00

Once your child can ride a bike, the next step is to make sure they can control it with confidence; Securing Rider courses instil good habits and amazing confidence.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

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12:00-15:00

Discover how Robert Adam was inspired by nature with this self-led family trail.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

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12:00-16:00

Watersports return to Osterley Park with a paddle and a splash as the Sharks Paddlesports programme starts up again on Osterley's Middle Lake.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

11:00-13:00

Make a seed bomb to take home as part of London National Park City Week. .

Mon 22 Jul 2019

+ 9 other dates

12:00-16:00

Have a go at archery on our Front Lawn.

Tue 23 Jul 2019

+ 5 other dates

14:00-14:45

Join our garden volunteers on a free guided walk around the gardens.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

+ 3 other dates

12:00-16:00

Get creative and crafty and keep those little fingers busy every Thursday of the school holidays. With a different Osterley theme each week, why not become a regular crafter?

Fri 26 Jul 2019

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11:00-12:30

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Roll up your sleeves and grab a trowel with your family in Osterley's Little Veg Garden. Get stuck in with digging, planting, weeding and watering as you learn about how vegetables grow in these drop in sessions with our garden volunteers.

Sat 27 Jul 2019

18:30-21:00

Grab your picnic blanket and join us in the Stables Walled Garden for a glorious summer evening of outdoor theatre, with a wonderful adaptation of Jane Austen's 'Sense and Sensibility'.

Sun 28 Jul 2019

+ 2 other dates

12:00-13:00

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Enjoy music in the Formal Gardens, with drinks and sweet treats available to make it a special summer afternoon.

Mon 29 Jul 2019

+ 7 other dates

10:30-16:30

Join us for outdoor learning throughout the year, providing a safe and supportive environment for children to explore the world and themselves, while learning new skills.

Sat 03 Aug 2019

18:30-20:30

Join the Handlebards, a four-strong, all-male troupe, for a riotous bicycle-powered production, filled with drunkenness, mayhem and cross-dressing a plenty.

Sat 10 Aug 2019

19:30-21:00

Olivier Award-winning OperaUpClose present With a Song in Her Heart, a new one-woman opera all about love.

Sat 17 Aug 2019

10:00-16:00

Carve your own kitchen spoon with this hand-on workshop for beginners.

Sat 17 Aug 2019

12:00-15:00

Come along and see how the Georgian inhabitants of Osterley would have dressed, be it servant, Lord or Lady.

Fri 26 Jul 2019

10:30-10:30

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Guided tours Fri OR Sat 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 2pm, 3pm. No direct access at The Homewood - only via minibus from Claremont Landscape Garden. Charge for all minibus seats (all children must book a seat). Scroll down for key information about your visit

Sat 03 Aug 2019

+ 2 other dates

10:30-10:30

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Guided tours Fri OR Sat 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 2pm, 3pm. No direct access at The Homewood - only via minibus from Claremont Landscape Garden. Charge for all minibus seats (all children must book a seat). Scroll down for key information about your visit

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 6 other dates

10:00-16:00

See Claremont from a new viewpoint and enjoy rowing one of our traditional boats Charlotte and Victoria on the lake.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 13 other dates

10:00-17:30

The summer holidays are here and we've got a garden challenge for your mini adventures.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 4 other dates

14:00-15:00

Learn about the history of Claremont and the estate, on this enjoyable walk with our expert guide.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

19:00-21:00

Sorry, this performance has now sold out. There are tickets still available for 'The Jungle Book' performance. Please see our What's On page for more information.

Sun 28 Jul 2019

10:30-16:00

Tom's Talking reptiles come to Claremont

Sat 03 Aug 2019

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10:00-17:30

Learn all about the creatures who live at Claremont.

Sat 03 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

14:00-16:00

Enjoy stunning views from the Belvedere Tower across the Surrey countryside and towards London.

Wed 07 Aug 2019

+ 2 other dates

13:00-14:00

A fun-filled picnic for every bear that ever there was, featuring delightful stories and songs. Please bring your own picnic.

Sun 11 Aug 2019

10:30-16:00

Bring the whole family for a round of Crazy Golf at Claremont

Mon 12 Aug 2019

+ 4 other dates

10:30-12:30

Brighten up your day with easy to make creative crafts that will bring some summertime fun in to your home.

Tue 13 Aug 2019

11:00-12:30

Discover more about our collection trees in the height of summer.

Sat 17 Aug 2019

+ 4 other dates

10:00-17:30

Hunt for Claremont's clan of minibeasts on this trail around the garden.

Sat 17 Aug 2019

16:00-23:45

Camp out under the stars with family and friends at Claremont Landscape Garden. Experience nature at night with this very special family event.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

09:00-17:00

Free bee glade installation

Sat 27 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

10:30-16:30

Join our volunteers and learn about the various wildlife on Box Hill at our freshly updated Discovery Zone in the cafe.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-15:00

Have you ever been a design wizard before? Now's your chance.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-16:30

Discover the world of Morris & Co. at Standen in this new exhibition throughout the house, garden and estate.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-17:00

Be inspired by nature as you follow the trail around the garden.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 2 other dates

11:00-15:00

Fancy having a go at being crafty and creative at Standen this summer?

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 10 other dates

11:00-16:00

Enjoy The Beauty of Life selling exhibition and peruse beautiful and useful creations for your home, made by five women using multiple materials.

Fri 02 Aug 2019

+ 7 other dates

11:00-16:00

Join Jonathon Chiswell Jones for his fourteenth successive year exhibiting his lustreware creations at Standen.

Sat 10 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

11:00-15:00

Join the garden team to learn more about natural dyes.

Sat 10 Aug 2019

+ 11 other dates

11:00-15:00

Get crafty at Standen this summer by making your own hand printed bag.

Thu 15 Aug 2019

13:00-15:00

Ever wondered what's in the archives at Standen?

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-15:00

Come and enjoy our wonderful summer craft activities with a different craft on each of the six weeks of the summer holidays.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 8 other dates

10:00-16:00

Come and meet our talented local makers and see them in action, every weekend throughout July and August. We've got jewellery making, stained glass making, gin making, fudge making and more...

Sun 21 Jul 2019

10:00-17:00

Prepare to be tickled pink, white and yellow by the gorgeous blooms on show.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-17:00

This year we’re sharing the secrets that keep a country estate great, taking you beyond the scone.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

12:30-16:30

In our pop-up conservation studio you’ll be able to see how we care for pieces in our collection, from silver to priceless books and works of art. Have a go yourself – we’ll show you how.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 4 other dates

14:00-16:00

Enjoy a lazy afternoon listening to live music every Sunday this summer as well as August Bank Holiday Monday.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

+ 22 other dates

14:15-15:15

We are continuing to work towards 'unlocking' more rooms in Polesden Lacey House, guest bedrooms, corridors, & the King's suite, for everyone to enjoy.

Tue 23 Jul 2019

+ 8 other dates

12:45-13:45

Join a garden guide as they take you behind the scenes in this exclusive tour.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

09:30-11:00

Come and join us on a wonderful walk around the Polesden Lacey estate.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

12:00-12:15

A series of short talks run by Polesden's knowledgeable gardeners, each highlighting different points of interest around our wonderful garden through the seasons.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

+ 4 other dates

14:30-15:00

For the first time you’ll be able to meet the Head Gardeners of the past and hear their stories. Our costumed interpreters will bring these characters to life.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

10:00-16:30

Get the best from your camera with one of our own photographers. Understand what all the camera controls do and how they relate to one another. We will cover portraiture, landscape, action, flash and low light photography.

Sun 28 Jul 2019

08:30-11:00

Are you a regular runner looking for a challenge? Our 10k trail runs give you the opportunity to train for the next big event, or keep fit whilst enjoying the beautiful surroundings of some of our special places.

Fri 02 Aug 2019

10:00-11:00

This is our social walking group for active older walkers covering the stunning and occasionally hilly terrain of the Surrey Hills. Enjoy a scenic guided walk in good company on the first Friday of every month.

Sat 03 Aug 2019

11:30-13:00

Our rangers are the superheroes of the woodland!

Wed 07 Aug 2019

+ 4 other dates

20:30-22:30

Discover these wonderful creatures on our Ranger-guided walks. See the bats dart and dive and hear their 'silent' nocturnal calls with special detectors.

Mon 12 Aug 2019

10:30-11:15

In early 2017, Polesden Lacey switched from oil heating to biomass boilers. As part of the National Trust’s Renewable Energy Investment project, we have removed all our oil heating from our in-hand buildings and now run off wood chip.

Tue 13 Aug 2019

09:30-10:30

Join us on a walk of the estate with your canine friends on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.

Thu 15 Aug 2019

20:30-22:00

The perfect opportunity to come and meet Leith Hill's bat population. Guided by our Ranger learn about the bats' habitat, food and the conservation challenges we face.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

14:00-14:45

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Spend an afternoon relaxing in the garden to the sound of the Bromley Concert Band as they join us to play a selection of popular songs.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

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11:30-13:00

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A guided walk visiting some of the best locations for Butterflies, Dragonflies and demoiselles. Learn about some of the more common species that we expect to see at that time of year and have a go at spotting and identifying them. Don't forget to...

Wed 24 Jul 2019

14:00-15:00

Summer pruning ensures good fruit production in Autumn of next year. Please join us to see how we prune our espalier, fan and free standing fruit trees.

Mon 29 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

10:00-17:00

Join the Big Tree Climbing Company at Scotney Castle to reach new heights.

Tue 06 Aug 2019

14:30-15:30

Make a date to visit Scotney Castle and join this talk on the border at the Old Castle.

Thu 08 Aug 2019

10:30-13:00

We are excited to be working with Sharp Shots Photography Club, the UK's number 1 provider of photography workshops for the under 16's.

Thu 08 Aug 2019

14:00-16:30

Scotney Castle is an amazing place to photograph, and becomes very colourful when the blossoms are in bloom, creating bright colours and shapes!

Sat 10 Aug 2019

18:00-20:00

Join Mole, Ratty and Badger on their mad-cap adventures in Quantum Theatre’s brand new adaptation of the Kenneth Grahame classic – a treat for all the family!

Sat 17 Aug 2019

+ 4 other dates

11:30-13:00

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A short walk visiting the rivers and ponds of Scotney. Over the years we have done a lot of work to improve our riparian and pond habitats. Come along and find out what we have done, found and why.

Sat 17 Aug 2019

19:00-21:30

Join Heartbreak Productions for this outdoor adaptation of Emily Bronte’s haunting tale of two restless souls as wild and untamed as the bleak Yorkshire moors. Pack a chair or blanket, a picnic, and dress for the weather, as together we exhume a...

Wed 21 Aug 2019

14:00-15:00

Removal of dead flower heads can promote further flowering. Get some tips on which ones we remove to prolong the display and which ones we leave for winter interest.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

11:00-15:00

Think you're the next Robin Hood? Exciting, safe archery classes for ages six and above with H&H Archery. £2.50 for 6 arrows.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 4 other dates

11:30-14:30

Pony rides for children. A truly magical experience with beautiful, safe ponies and experienced handlers. Your child can enjoy short rides through the the garden at Hatchlands, led by a handler. Suitable for 2-11 year olds.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

12:00-12:30

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Have you ever wondered what happened in the spaces underneath our house? Put on your hard hat, pick up a lantern and come down with us into the cellars to discover previously unseen places.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

+ 30 other dates

10:00-17:00

Explore the parkland at Hatchlands this summer with an exciting Nautical trail. Keep your eyes peeled for a host of seafaring flags, containing answers to help you fill out your quiz sheets. Admiral Boscawen would’ve been an expert, how will you do?

Thu 01 Aug 2019

20:00-22:00

Join us at dusk for a guided walk around the park in search of some of our bat population. We'll lend you a bat detector so that you can hear, and maybe even see, some of the 9 species that live here.

Sun 04 Aug 2019

19:00-21:15

The Lord Chamberlain’s Men, the UK’s premier all male theatre company, invite you to join them this summer to celebrate their 15th year with Shakespeare’s enchanting comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream, on the lawn at Hatchlands Park.

Thu 08 Aug 2019

20:00-22:00

Join us at dusk for a guided walk around the park in search of some of our bat population. We'll lend you a bat detector so that you can hear, and maybe even see, some of the 9 species that live here.

Sun 11 Aug 2019

18:00-20:15

Join Heartbreak Productions for this outdoor adaptation of Noel Coward’s celebrated comedy, Private Lives. Enjoy an evening of sparkling entertainment, nostalgic music, and delicious one-liners.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

17:30-19:45

Join Opera Holloway for an outdoor performance of Puccini's famous Parisian love story full of romance and tragedy.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

+ 3 other dates

10:00-13:00

Leith Hill has long been an inspiration to painters, poets, composers and more - with such a stunning area to explore, picturesque views and a magical atmosphere, it the perfect site for our summer school for budding artists ( 11-16’s ) looking...

Fri 26 Jul 2019

+ 5 other dates

11:30-12:00

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An audio tour exploring the life and music of composer Ralph Vaughan Williams, who spent his early, formative years up Leith Hill Place.

Sat 27 Jul 2019

18:00-19:30

Hear an accomplished wind quintet enjoy exploring the intricacies of Vaughan Williams' music and other influential composers of his time.

Sun 28 Jul 2019

18:00-19:30

Enjoy an entertaining evening of song, poetry and prose, with many old favourites and some new favourites, too.

Fri 02 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

12:00-12:30

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Bring your little ones and join Yoga Bananas Founder, Skip Oliver for some Yoga Bananas fun. Please bring a yoga mat if you have one. Our motto has always been, 'Empowering You to Empower Children’. Suitable for 4 - 9 year-olds.

Tue 06 Aug 2019

10:30-13:00

Enjoy a morning as a family making dough and baking pizza and biscuits.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-16:00

Learn about the legendary figures King John and Robin Hood on this summer holiday adventure.

Sat 27 Jul 2019

11:00-16:00

Learn about different types of birds from around the world.

Sat 03 Aug 2019

16:00-23:00

Come to our beautiful countryside and camp out under the stars with family and friends.

Tue 06 Aug 2019

+ 2 other dates

11:30-12:00

Join King John for a free family history talk featuring Magna Carta and Runnymede.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

11:00-13:00

Join us on site and gain a deeper insight into the work going on behind the scenes at Clandon Park with a specialist view from our project team. A team member will be on site each month to answer your questions on their area of specialism.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

11:00-15:30

Artist Mariusz Kaldowski, makes a return visit to the gallery, with watercolours of classic views from the garden.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

11:15-12:15

+ other times

Come on a guided walk of the gardens led by our experienced and knowledgeable garden rangers.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

+ 30 other dates

10:00-16:00

Take a different view of the garden on our family trail, unlocking your imagination as you explore.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

+ 22 other dates

10:30-11:00

Learn more about the fascinating house and collection with our guided tour of the Messel Family Rooms.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

+ 16 other dates

10:30-16:30

Come and play some garden games this summer.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

+ 22 other dates

14:00-14:45

Learn more about the fascinating house and ruins with our guided tour of the exterior.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

+ 3 other dates

13:00-14:00

Throughout the summer the garden team will be revealing some of the hidden gems and rarely seen corners of Nymans. Meet the Assistant Head Gardener to hear about the garden in the ruins project.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

+ 2 other dates

10:30-16:00

Local artist & tutor John Thompson returns with his popular painting workshops. John takes inspiration from seasonal changes on the landscape and gardens of Nymans. This month's theme is Meadow view.

Mon 29 Jul 2019

+ 12 other dates

10:30-16:30

Come and enjoy some simple art activities inspired by the garden this summer.

Thu 01 Aug 2019

11:00-12:30

Take in the seasonal highlights of the garden this August, including salvias, with an exclusive guided tour with our Head Gardener.

Thu 15 Aug 2019

11:00-12:30

Come and find out about the hidden wildlife of the woods, from looking at the different habitats and learning about the animals and birds that make them home.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-17:00

Family fun on a trail around the garden exploring seeds and growth.

Wed 07 Aug 2019

11:00-12:30

Get up close with pond-dwelling wildlife and tick off some of your 50 things activities as you discover what's in a pond.

Mon 12 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

13:00-15:00

Join 'Unite the Beat' to create your own piece of wild music using nature's instruments. All generations welcome!

Wed 21 Aug 2019

11:00-12:30

Wild Wednesday is the perfect chance for the whole family to get closer to nature and a great adventure during the school holidays.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

10:15-15:00

Can you survive in the wild with only the bare necessities?

Tue 30 Jul 2019

+ 2 other dates

10:30-11:30

+ other times

Join us on a pollinator walk around the forest. Identify different species of bees, butterflies and wildflowers all on a glorious walk.

Tue 30 Jul 2019

+ 3 other dates

11:00-16:00

Always wanted to have a go at shooting a long bow?

Wed 31 Jul 2019

+ 3 other dates

10:00-13:00

Always wanted to try your hand at archery in the Forest? Here’s your opportunity to find out if you’re a budding Robin Hood or Maid Marion.

Sat 03 Aug 2019

19:00-21:00

This gripping tale is now a brand-new musical production created by Illyria. It features a fully orchestrated musical score, a cast of professional actor singers, spectacular stage effects, puppetry.

Tue 06 Aug 2019

+ 2 other dates

10:30-12:00

+ other times

Join us and learn how to build ridge and teepee dens in the forest.

Mon 12 Aug 2019

10:30-11:30

+ other times

Have fun and get fit with our forest boot camp.

Tue 13 Aug 2019

+ 2 other dates

10:30-11:30

+ other times

Join us and explore the forest on a nature walk. Use binoculars (provided) to identify different bird species. Look for deer and other forest wildlife.

Tue 13 Aug 2019

+ 2 other dates

10:30-11:30

+ other times

Join us and explore the forest on a nature walk. Use binoculars (provided) to identify different bird species. Look for deer and other forest wildlife.

Mon 19 Aug 2019

10:00-15:00

Join us for an introduction to photography in the great outdoors. Learn the basics of camera control and composition as well as picking up some pro-tricks from an award winning photographer, Helen Hooker.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 10 other dates

11:00-17:00

An exhibition by BA fine Art students and graduates of UCA Farnham, responding to the history, traditions, architecture and landscape of the wharf. Sponsored by Guildford Borough Council

Wed 24 Jul 2019

10:30-16:30

We go from Dapdune Wharf to Shalford, passing through locks and water meadows by boat, then there's a steep walk uphill to the mill for a picnic lunch and tour of the mill. Return by boat to Dapdune.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

10:00-11:00

Special sessions for our youngest visitors and their grown ups at Dapdune Wharf. Story time, fun craft activities and a chance to run around outside all based around children's stories. Please come suitably dressed for being outdoors, and there...

Sun 28 Jul 2019

+ 7 other dates

11:00-17:00

Kick off your summer holiday with our festival of sport at Dapdune Wharf. Bring your bike and ride our cycle course, play table tennis, disc golf or have a go at archery, or even get on the water and learn to canoe on the River Wey. And how...

Thu 01 Aug 2019

+ 2 other dates

11:00-17:00

This August we will be getting elemental and discovering all things earth, wind fire and water. From our messy mud kitchen to kites, fire lighting and water games along with a range of other fun activities for you to make and take home.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

10:30-16:30

Boat from Dapdune Wharf to St Catherine's, and then walk across the boardwalk uphill to the mill for a tour and a picnic. Return boat trip to Dapdune.

Wed 31 Jul 2019

14:00-16:00

Discover the flora of water meadows on a walk from the mill with expert guidance from Judith Moss, returning to the mill for tea and cake.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 21 other dates

11:15-12:00

+ other times

Experience the house like never before. Join our volunteers on a guided tour of the house, and have the chance to get up close and personal with some of the objects.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-16:00

Get out and about on our summer garden trail inspired by one of Kipling's famous stories

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 14 other dates

11:30-11:50

+ other times

Come and listen to some of Rudyard Kipling's famous Just So Stories in our storytelling tent.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

+ 6 other dates

11:30-11:50

+ other times

Come along and listen to some Kipling poetry readings in the garden of Kipling's family home.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

11:30-11:50

+ other times

Come along and listen to some Kipling verse set to music

Thu 08 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

11:00-16:00

Create your own simple puppets inspired by Kipling's animal and fairytale characters.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-14:00

Somewhere in Cliveden’s woodland there's a lost treasure waiting to be discovered. Band together to solve the clues and see if you can solve the case of the missing Sancy diamond.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-17:00

Audio tour featuring the voices of Nancy Astor's grandchildren, sharing their memories of her.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-17:00

This audio-visual experience features British Pathé footage of Nancy Astor throughout her life, alongside audio clips from the British Library.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-17:00

As part of 'Nancy Astor; vigour, vitality and cheek' this exhibition unearths letters written to Nancy, from the public, in the controversial run-up to and during her election to parliament.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 30 other dates

11:00-16:00

Fancy a punt on the River Thames? Our selection of boating options offer the perfect opportunity to enjoy the river. Choose from hiring your own rowing or motor boat, or relax on a skippered river cruise.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

+ 13 other dates

11:00-11:30

+ other times

Book onto one of our short guided tours to discover more about the infamous Cliveden House. These tours allow you to see some of the rooms that were once home to Nancy and Waldorf Astor and soak in the atmosphere of 350 years of history.

Tue 23 Jul 2019

+ 11 other dates

12:00-13:00

+ other times

See conservation in action as a team of boat builders restore the Liddesdale Canoe, Nancy Astor's private and much loved vessel.

Tue 23 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

14:00-15:00

Discover the Grade I Listed gardens at Cliveden with a free guided tour by one of the gardens team.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

+ 3 other dates

10:30-11:30

+ other times

As part of the National Trust's 50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4's campaign we bring you The Great Big Tree Climbing Company.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

+ 19 other dates

10:30-14:30

Summer holiday fun, exploring the different shapes in the landscape around Cliveden.

Fri 26 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

16:00-23:55

Pack your tent and join us for our hugely popular overnight family camping event in Cliveden's historic woodlands. Be fast, this event sells out every year!

Sat 27 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

10:00-16:30

Get hands on with nature at Cliveden thanks to BMW i. Take part in a free creative workshop and take home your hand-made nature creation. Plus, explore the all-electric BMW i3.

Tue 30 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

14:30-16:30

Spend an afternoon with friends and family watching a performance of outdoor theatre.

Sat 03 Aug 2019

19:00-20:30

Spend an evening with friends and family watching a performance of outdoor theatre.

Sat 10 Aug 2019

19:00-20:30

The play, believed to be the last that Shakespeare wrote single-handedly, is lyrical, thought-provoking and raucously funny. More than 400 years after it was written it still has the capacity to surprise!

Tue 13 Aug 2019

+ 2 other dates

14:30-16:30

Spend an afternoon with friends and family watching a performance of outdoor theatre.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

+ 7 other dates

13:30-15:00

Gluesticks at the ready, it's time to join in with an afternoon of colours and creativity.

Fri 26 Jul 2019

11:00-12:30

Meet at the kiosk for a guided walk around the Arboretum. Well behaved dogs on a short lead welcome.

Mon 05 Aug 2019

+ 2 other dates

13:15-14:15

Today’s the day the teddy bears have their picnic. Bring your teddy and a yummy picnic for a glorious afternoon of storytelling and songs to delight young and old.

Wed 07 Aug 2019

14:00-15:30

Meet at the kiosk for a seasonal guided walk around the Arboretum

Sat 10 Aug 2019

16:00-23:00

See Winkworth beneath the stars, come face-to-face with night time nature, and spend an enchanting evening among the trees.

Sat 10 Aug 2019

20:00-22:00

Discover the creatures of the night!

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 29 other dates

10:30-16:00

Discover your hidden talents when you have-a-go at the medieval skill of archery.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

+ 28 other dates

10:00-16:00

Get out and about this summer and explore the castle and grounds and enjoy some free family activities.

Sat 17 Aug 2019

20:45-22:15

Join a local expert and immerse yourself in the world of bats at Maidenhead Thicket.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 21 other dates

11:00-17:00

In 2019 we will be celebrating the 90th anniversary of the creation of the Museum and the 80th anniversary of it being bequeathed to The National Trust by Edith Craig.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

+ 4 other dates

14:00-16:00

Every Wednesday from 24 July - 28 August there will be nature based kids crafts in the garden from 2-4pm. Join us and get creative.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

+ 8 other dates

19:30-21:40

Twelfth Night, one of Shakespeare’s best loved comedies – a hilarious tale of misdirection and deception. Tickets available online and from the property 01580 762334.

Sat 27 Jul 2019

11:30-12:30

Join us for gentle exercise, mental relaxation and fresh air with an hour of Tai Chi in the tranquil gardens of Smallhythe Place.

Sat 03 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

10:00-11:00

Join us for ‘Alfresco Yoga’ this August with an hour of gentle yoga practice celebrating nature in the beautiful surroundings of Smallhythe Place.

Sat 03 Aug 2019

13:15-14:00

Delve into the store for a peek of the delicate and lavish costumes once worn by Ellen Terry and her actor friends. With fascinating stories attached to each garment, costume tours are an opportunity to discover a rich theatrical history.

Wed 07 Aug 2019

18:30-20:20

Imagination runs wild and logic is abandoned in this fantastical, larger-than-life musical brimming with nonsensical fun and excitement for the entire family. Tickets available online and from the property 01580 762334.

Thu 15 Aug 2019

18:30-20:50

Elinor Dashwood has a lot of good Sense. Her sister Marianne Dashwood has an excess of Sensibility. Together they make a snappy title for Jane Austen’s classic novel of scandals, scoundrels and severely sprained ankles. This funny, fast-paced and...

Sun 21 Jul 2019

10:00-16:00

Join wildlife experts at our family-friendly bioblitz and help us to see how many different plant and animal species we can find on Ivinghoe Beacon.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

14:00-17:00

Join the chocolatiers from Auberge du Chocolat, based in Chesham, to sample and talk about their delicious products.

Tue 30 Jul 2019

+ 6 other dates

10:30-12:00

+ other times

Join us for either a morning or afternoon session of led family activities and crafts. Learn more about Ashridge's animals and plants while exploring the estate.

Tue 06 Aug 2019

14:30-16:30

Visit this less well-known area of the estate with our knowledgeable volunteers to see the butterflies

Sat 17 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

10:00-14:00

The Big Camp - come along and experience the wild side of Ashridge.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

11:00-16:00

Find out about Hughenden's hives with our friendly volunteer beekeeping team. Talks take place at 11.30 am and 2 pm.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

11:00-17:00

A new permanent exhibition in rooms in Hughenden Manor not previously open to the public. Supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the full story of Hughenden's secret Second World War map-making history is revealed.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

11:00-12:00

Step back into the history of Hughenden's gardens on a 'behind the scenes' tour. From its Georgian origins in the 1700s to Mary Anne Disraeli's redesign in 1862 and the impact of the Second World War, explore the fascinating history of the...

Thu 25 Jul 2019

10:15-11:15

Have you ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at Hughenden Manor? Join a member of the house team to see spaces that aren't usually open to the public. Find out about the architectural history of the manor, discover where special...

Mon 29 Jul 2019

+ 23 other dates

10:00-16:00

Join the new recruits in the World War Two operation at Hughenden this summer. You'll be issued with a Hillside Heroes briefing and take on top secret work!

Tue 30 Jul 2019

+ 7 other dates

10:30-16:00

Retro crafting fun for children in Hughenden's studybase. Celebrating the 'make do and mend' world of 1940s Britain, join in a handmade crafting workshop.

Thu 01 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

10:00-17:00

Have an adventure and get closer to nature in our beautiful grounds with The Great Big Tree Climbing Company. They offer a safe and fun way to enjoy our trees from a new perspective. All ages from 6 years old can take part and it is a great...

Fri 02 Aug 2019

+ 2 other dates

10:30-12:00

Join our rangers on an adventure to explore the hidden secrets of Hughenden's woods in Operation Countryside. Discover what the deep holes in the woods were made for, try your hand at wood crafts and help build a night shelter.

Tue 06 Aug 2019

10:00-12:00

Join a ranger for a guided walk and explore the hidden areas of Hughenden. Discover the history of the 19th century working woods when Wycombe was the furniture-making capital of the world.

Tue 13 Aug 2019

10:00-12:00

Join a ranger on this guided walk to explore the hidden areas of Bradenham. Discover the ancient history of the human habitation that has left its mark on the landscape here.

Wed 14 Aug 2019

10:00-13:00

Join our rangers for a fun family activity where you'll take part in coppicing in the hazel woods selecting your sticks and using tools to carve your own walking stick.

Sat 10 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

11:00-17:00

Cross the threshold of Paycocke's this weekend to travel back in time and meet the people of Tudor Coggeshall. Experience the smells, tastes and lives of the 16th Century as we bring the past to life.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

11:00-14:30

Join resident ranger and butterfly enthusiast, Graham Wellfare on one of England's finest butterfly sites - Newtimber Hill.

Fri 16 Aug 2019

10:00-12:30

+ other times

Make soap in our Tudor farmhouse at Saddescombe.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

10:00-12:00

Come and join Kathie and friends for this two hour craft and chat group. Bring along something you are working on to share with the group. Every Monday from 10.00 - 12.00, excluding Bank Holidays.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

+ 30 other dates

10:00-16:00

Come along and see how many sports you can take part in during July and August. Every day, from 10.00 to 16.00 there will be a selection of games and sports to suit everyone.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

13:00-14:00

Enjoy the extensive, lovely views to be seen from the chalk grasslands of Dunstable Downs. Nordic Walk alongside the wild flower meadows and woodlands and along the chalk escarpment of the Chiltern Hills.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

+ 4 other dates

14:00-15:15

+ other times

Join us for one of our special afternoon teas this summer.

Fri 26 Jul 2019

+ 2 other dates

11:00-14:00

Would you like to take amazing photographs of nature at Dunstable Downs? This is your chance as wildlife photographer, Rosalind White, will be holding photography workshops here in July and August.

Sat 27 Jul 2019

+ 3 other dates

09:00-10:30

Parkrun organises free, weekly, 5km timed runs at many venues around the world, organised by volunteers.

Sun 28 Jul 2019

08:25-11:30

Are you a runner looking for a new challenge, an opportunity to train, or just inspired to get involved with outdoor activities and are new to running?

Sun 28 Jul 2019

11:00-13:00

Join one of our knowledgeable rangers on a walk to learn about the butterflies and other wildlife that inhabit Sharpenhoe Clappers.

Sat 03 Aug 2019

14:00-16:00

Join one of our knowledgeable rangers on a walk to learn about the butterflies and other wildlife that inhabit the Downs.

Sun 04 Aug 2019

14:00-15:30

On the first Sunday of every month we hold a '50 Things to do before you are 11 ¾' event. There is a new list of 'things' out this month so come along to find out more.

Wed 07 Aug 2019

10:30-12:00

Join our friendly 'Walking for Health' leader on the 1st Wednesday of every month for an intermediate walk across the Downs.

Wed 21 Aug 2019

10:30-11:15

Join our friendly 'Walking for Health' leader on the 3rd Wednesday of every month for a beginners walk across the Downs.

Fri 26 Jul 2019

15:00-16:00

Join our garden research volunteer on a guided tour.

Wed 14 Aug 2019

10:00-16:00

Be inspired by this Bloomsbury house and garden and create your own piece of embroidery under the guidance of celebrated embroiderer and textile designer Caroline Zoob.

Wed 14 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

10:00-16:00

Create your very own needlepoint designs inspired by this Bloomsbury setting with Emily Peacock.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

14:30-16:00

Come and enjoy the music of our celebrated local Brass Band; enjoyment for everyone with their wide repertoire.

Sat 27 Jul 2019

19:00-21:30

When Elizabeth meets the terse and abrupt Mr. Darcy, she loathes him at first sight. But is there more to him than meets the eye?

Sun 28 Jul 2019

14:30-16:30

Another Sunday afternoon of mellow music; guitar, violin and double bass playing Jazz Standards, Swing and Latin. Bring a rug or chair to the South Lawn - relax and enjoy !

Sun 04 Aug 2019

14:30-16:30

If you missed them last year, now is your chance to enjoy the pure singing of the talented Abelice duo.

Sun 11 Aug 2019

14:30-16:30

Vocalist Yvette Byrne returns with her Quartet with a mellow instrumental and vocal programme.

Wed 14 Aug 2019

19:30-22:00

One of Shakespeare's best-loved comedies performed by an all male cast with Elizabethan costumes, music and dance.

Sun 18 Aug 2019

14:30-16:00

This will be your last chance to listen to our own West Wycombe Brass band - an opportunity not to be missed !

Sat 10 Aug 2019

+ 8 other dates

10:00-16:00

This summer you can take part in a wide range of family-friendly summer sport activities at the places we care for. Learn new skills, get a dose of fresh air and give your kids a summer holiday they’ll never forget.

Sat 27 Jul 2019

10:30-16:00

Bring the family down to the farm for traditional craft demonstrations and with opportunities to join in.

Wed 14 Aug 2019

10:00-13:00

+ other times

Enjoy exclusive access to Lamb House Garden when it is closed to visitors.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-17:00

Go on a journey around the Pleasure Ground and discover more about the trees and plants that call Petworth home. There's change happening at Petworth to remodel the gardens back to how they once were and we need your help.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

11:00-17:00

Go on a trail both indoors and out and meet some of the animals of Petworth. From the deer to the bats and even the animals immortalised in art, can you find them all?

Mon 22 Jul 2019

+ 16 other dates

11:30-14:00

Find out more about servant working life on one of these free 45-minute guided tours. See spaces in the Servants' Quarters not normally open to the public and discover some of the tasks and chores and people that worked at Petworth.

Mon 22 Jul 2019

+ 22 other dates

12:30-14:30

Join a 45 minute guided tour of Petworth House and discover more about the people who lived at Petworth and the times they lived in, told through the art they collected.

Mon 12 Aug 2019

20:00-22:00

Bring along your torch and blanket and visit the Deer Park at night discovering some of the nocturnal wildlife of the Deer Park and try out a bit of star gazing.

Wed 14 Aug 2019

+ 6 other dates

10:00-17:00

Take a peek inside the Cambridge Bedroom, Stone Hall and Chamber Landing in the private apartments of Petworth House.

Tue 23 Jul 2019

11:30-12:30

A special opportunity to learn about the garden.

Fri 26 Jul 2019

+ 23 other dates

10:30-16:30

Learn about birds on a fun search around the garden

Wed 07 Aug 2019

10:30-12:30

A 2 hour guided walk around the historic village of Alfriston.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 4 other dates

10:00-12:30

Imagine being in a green and tranquil space where you feel free to switch off your phone, stop talking and just relax for a moment or two. The Tower Garden will be a silent space on selected Sundays for visitors to do just that.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

10:00-16:30

Start the summer holidays at Greys Court and get stuck into nature on our brand new play trail for all the family.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 31 other dates

13:00-16:30

Walk around the house and learn more about the last family who lived at Greys Court.

Fri 09 Aug 2019

17:00-17:00

Meet Ben, an 11 year old want to be plumber fed up with spending his Friday nights at Granny’s. All she wants to do is play Scrabble and eat cabbage – not exactly his idea of fun!

Sun 18 Aug 2019

17:00-19:00

Imagination runs wild and logic is abandoned in this fantastical, larger-than-life musical brimming with nonsensical fun and excitement for the entire family.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

+ 12 other dates

10:30-17:00

A masterpiece of colour, design and planting, this carefully cultivated garden awaits your discovery.

Wed 14 Aug 2019

13:00-15:00

Come along to this informative workshop for a practical introduction to vegetable growing.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 17 other dates

09:00-17:30

A bright and colourful exhibition by children from The Thearpy of Art Club at Parklands Junior School.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

12:00-16:00

An fun family open farm day at a traditional Sussex Farm in the Cuckmere Valley. Come and enjoy games, wildlife, cream teas and more...

Thu 25 Jul 2019

11:00-13:30

Come and discover the fascinating history through the ages of this amazing coastal site beside the Seven Sisters.

Fri 26 Jul 2019

15:00-23:45

Enjoy a weekend of camping in the wild at Frog Firle Farm with campfire, wildlife spotting and other nocturnal treats.

Sun 28 Jul 2019

11:00-14:00

Come and discover the fascinating history of the Crowlink area and find out how things could have been very different without the power of people to save this land from development

Mon 29 Jul 2019

+ 8 other dates

10:30-15:30

Pick up your tracker pack and see what you can uncover on the beach.

Mon 29 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

14:00-16:00

Come and explore the rockpools at Birling Gap with us on your day out at the coast, great fun for all the family.

Wed 31 Jul 2019

+ 6 other dates

10:00-15:30

Collect your tracker pack, then venture out to explore in the countryside.

Mon 12 Aug 2019

14:00-15:30

+ other times

Come down to the beach at Birling Gap, pick up a tracker pack and work together as a family to discover the creatures in the rockpools.

Mon 19 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

11:00-14:00

Join us for a short family nature walk up to Went Hill and return for a picnic and activities in the garden at Birling Gap.

Thu 25 Jul 2019

14:00-16:00

Find out more about the chalk grassland wildflowers and butterflies found here on Harting Down

Wed 31 Jul 2019

10:00-13:00

A beautiful summer walk around Singleton finding out about the wildlife and hidden history of the area.

Sun 11 Aug 2019

10:30-15:00

A fun day with your dog in the countryside, a must for all dog lovers!

Sat 17 Aug 2019

18:00-21:00

Bring a picnic and chairs, sit back and enjoy live music from the banks of the River Rother.

Tue 20 Aug 2019

11:00-14:00

Experience close up encounters with our native reptiles as we discover the hidden wildlife that lives on our heathland.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

10:00-16:00

Experience Nuffield Place through an artistic eye, with art classes happening every Wednesday in July. Book online now to avoid missing out.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

+ 1 other date

11:00-12:30

Lord Nuffield's history with motor cars attracts a variety of car clubs to Nuffield Place. Motor cars from visiting car clubs are parked outside the front of the house for visitors to enjoy seeing.

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 4 other dates

11:00-12:00

Join us on a 1.2 mile parkland walk and uncover the stories at the heart of Wimpole

Sun 21 Jul 2019

+ 10 other dates

14:00-15:00

The Wimpole Heavy Horse project is finished so come and take a guided tour to find out what we've been up to.

Tue 23 Jul 2019

+ 8 other dates

11:00-12:00

Learn more about the arable land farmed at Wimpole on this guided walk.

Tue 23 Jul 2019

+ 8 other dates

11:00-15:00

An opportunity to find out more about how our recently installed ground source heat pump is keeping our visitors warm

Wed 24 Jul 2019

+ 4 other dates

11:00-12:30

Join us for a different walk each week, showing off some of the best views, woodland paths and secret seats in and around Wimpole's parkland.

Wed 24 Jul 2019

15:00-16:00

An opportunity to find out more about our recently installed heating system

Sun 11 Aug 2019

19:30-22:00

Relax with a picnic in the beautiful setting of the Old Rectory Restaurant Garden and enjoy Sense and Sensibility as you have never seen it before. Expect fun, comedy and mayhem from The Pantaloons.

Tue 13 Aug 2019

+ 1 other date

10:30-11:15

The perfect way to celebrate a special occasion.

Sat 17 Aug 2019

10:00-16:00

Learn how to harness, long rein and manoeuver your horse around obstacles.