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Pop-up Second-hand Book Sale at Bateman’s

Browse our extended selection of second-hand books for sale, raising money to help look after Bateman’s.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Come and browse our extended selection of second-hand books for sale at our pop up shop on the West Lawn. The scullery bookshop will be open as usual with its range of modern and vintage fiction, children’s books and Kipling, with a wider selection available at the pop up outside.

All the money raised from book sales helps to look after the house, collection, garden and estate at Bateman’s.

Saturday 29th, Sunday 30th & Monday 31st August

10am–4.30pm

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

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The basics

Accessibility

Please see the Facilities and access pages at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans for further information.

Meeting point

Lawn opposite the Mulberry tea room.

What to bring and wear

This event takes place outside. Please dress for the weather.

Other

This outdoor activity is weather-dependent and occasionally may need to be changed or cancelled at short notice. Ask at visitor reception for information when you arrive.

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