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Festival of Blossom display in St Giles Church

Immerse yourself in the changing season and celebrate the National Trust’s Festival of Blossom with a spring-themed display in St Giles Church.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Wander beneath blossom-draped archways, before taking a pew to pause and read spring inspired poetry written by volunteers.

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Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Booking details

Call 01332863822

Suitability

Suitable for all ages.

Meeting point

Head to St Giles Church, in the parkland at Calke Abbey.

Accessibility

There are 6 shallow stone steps leading up to the church which are uneven, with a handrail. There is a sloping path and 2 stone steps up into the church. Once inside, the church has step-free level access, with steps up into fixed-pews which can be sat on. There is no artificial lighting in the church so it may by dim on darker days.

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