June 2012 Archives

Cambo Village Fete

Posted by Ray Purvis on Jun 30, 12 09:34 AM in What's On


Saturday 7 July, 1.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Enjoy all the fun of a traditional fete at Wallington's Estate Village. Highlights: Children's races, quoits, football competition, various stalls and lots more!

Events at Wallington

Posted by Ray Purvis on Jun 27, 12 09:27 AM in What's On


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Bug Hunt Bush Tucker Trial

Saturday 30 June, 10.00am - 12.00 noon & 2.00 pm - 4.00pm

Join Wild Harmony on a fun safari round the West Woods to discover all about the weird world of bugs and insects. Would you be brave enough to try eating a "bug"? Age 5+ £5. Dress for mess! Booking essential on 01670 773963.

Cars in the Courtyard - Jaguars

Sunday 1 July, 11.00 am - 3.00 pm

Admire a gathering of Jaguars in the beautiful setting of Wallington courtyard and imagine yourself behind the wheel of one of these stylish cars. Normal admission charges apply.

Digging up the Past

Sunday 1 July, 1.30pm

Discover what lies under the beautiful Walled Garden and find out about its history and development on a guided walk with one of the expert Wallington Gardeners. Normal admission charges apply + donations welcome. Meet at the Clocktower


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Monday 25 June, 10.00 am - 2.00 pm

Join our medieval historian Michael Thomson as he takes a northern perspective on the Wars of the Roses and explores the idea that instead of being a battle between York and Lancaster, this civil war was fuelled by the on-going feud between the great northern families, the Nevilles and the Percys.

The talk will be followed by a delicious light lunch in the Clocktower Café.

£22, including coffee and lunch.

Booking essential on 01670 773600.

June events at Wallington

Posted by Ray Purvis on Jun 16, 12 09:30 AM in What's On


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Wild Walk at Wallington - Wildlife of the Wannie Line

Saturday 23 June, 10.00 am - 2.00 pm
Join the Countryside Team for a guided walk along the Wannie Line railway line which once ran through the Wallington Estate. Walk where the trains once ran and discover the wildlife which has now taken over! Age 10+ Adult £4, child £2 and family £10. Bring a light lunch, waterproofs and boots. Booking essential on 01670 773963.

Meet the Grower

Sunday 24 June, 11.00 am - 4.00 pm
Your chance to get expert advice from our grower and browse an array of beautiful local and unusual plants and gardening products to buy. Normal admission charges apply.

Northumbrian Clog Dancers

Sunday 24 June, 12 noon & 1.30pm
Enjoy clog and highland dancing in the Courtyard (weather permitting!). Normal admission charges apply.

June events at Wallington

Posted by Ray Purvis on Jun 10, 12 07:09 PM in What's On


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Special Evening Garden Tour

Saturday 16 June, 6.30 - 8.30pm
Join our expert gardener for an exclusive summer's evening tour of the beautiful Walled Garden, followed by light refreshments in the conservatory. £10 per person including refreshments. Booking essential through the Estate Office on 01670 773600.

Dangerous Day Out With Your Dad

Sunday 17 June, 11.00 am - 4.00pm
Bring your Dad along to join our "Dad's Army" and have lots of fun learning woodland skills like fire making, shelter building, and tool making. Fun for little AND big kids! Normal admission charges apply + small charge for some activities.

Open Air Theatre - Henry V

Sunday 17 June, 7.30pm
Be enthralled by Illyria's stirring and amusing version of one of Shakespeare's most patriotic plays, Henry V, a story of heroism, romance and the famous victory at Agincourt. Adult £15, child £7.50. Tel: 0844 249 1895 or visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wallington Booking fee applies.

Events at Wallington

Posted by Ray Purvis on Jun 6, 12 06:56 PM in What's On


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Bushcraft Taster Session with Wild Harmony

Thursday 7 & Friday 8 June, 9.30am - 4.30pm
Get an insight into the world of campcraft and outdoor living as you learn about shelter building, fire lighting, knots and cordage and campfire cooking in a woodland environment while having a great fun day out. Age 8+ Adult £20, child £10 and family £45. Booking essential on 01670 773963.

Scottish Country Dancing

Saturday 9 June, 2.00 pm
Your chance to join in with Scottish Country Dancing in the Courtyard (weather permitting!). Normal admission charges apply.

Cars in the Courtyard - Morris Minors

Sunday 10 June, 11.00 am - 4.00 pm
Admire a gathering of Morris Minors in the beautiful setting of Wallington courtyard and imagine yourself behind the wheel of one of these classic cars. Normal admission charges apply.

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