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Sunday 13 May, 10.00 am - 5.00 pm

Join award-winning landscape photographer David Taylor for a day's exploration of Wallington through the camera lens. This workshop will focus on macro and flower photography, and take full advantage of the walled garden, conservatory and woodland. This friendly and supportive workshop is open to enthusiastic photographers of all abilities, and will encourage them to make progress with their photography both technically and creatively. Although a macro lens will be useful, it is not essential: one of the aims of the day will be to enable participants to get the most out of their own camera equipment, and David will have a limited supply of spare equipment for participants to borrow.

£75 including refreshments and lunch.

Booking essential through David Taylor Photography on 01434 607637 or visit www.davidtaylorphotography.co.uk

Events at Wallington

Posted by Ray Purvis on May 5, 12 08:25 AM in What's On


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Trade Secrets - Conservation in Action
Wednesday 9 & Thursday 10 May, 1.00 - 3.30 pm
Join our Conservation Team as they reveal the secrets of conservation and demonstrate how to care for ceramics in the Central Hall. Normal admission charges apply.

Watercolour Painting Day
Saturday 12 May, 10 .00 am - 4.30 pm
Enjoy a special painting day in the enchanting gardens at Wallington, with demonstrations and advice from local artist Sandra Taylor. Soak up the atmosphere of the tranquil landscape and take home your own beautiful watercolour. £45, incl. coffee and lunch. Booking essential on 01670 773600.

Forest Fun
Sunday 13 May, 10.00 am - 2.00pm
Follow in the footsteps of the Trevelyan children who loved to play outdoors and get out in the wild and have lots of fun learning woodland skills like fire making, shelter building, and tool making. Fun for big kids! Age 14 +. £10.
Booking essential on 01670 773963. Bring a packed lunch and dress for mess!

The Romans Return to Wallington

Posted by Ray Purvis on Apr 30, 12 06:12 PM in What's On


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Sunday 6 & Monday 7 May, 11.00 am - 4.00 pm

March back in time to the Imperial Age as Comitatus take over Wallington! Watch Roman soldiers put through their paces, complete with Latin drill, missile competitions and combat sparring and marvel at the Cavalry squadron as they display their power and skill on horseback! You can also stroll through the camp to discover all about life in Roman times and see traditional crafts being demonstrated.

Normal admission charges apply + small charge for some activities.

Portrait of a Lady at Wallington

Posted by Ray Purvis on Apr 25, 12 06:13 PM in What's On


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Saturday 28 & Sunday 29 April, 12.30 & 2.30pm

Enjoy a unique performance offering an enchanting insight into the creation of beauty in Georgian portraits by Reynolds and Gainsborough, revealing the secrets of the artist's studio and some utterly sumptuous costumes. Normal admission charges apply.

A Tale of Two Dresses

Saturday 28 April - Sunday 1 July, 12 - 5pm (excluding Tuesdays)

Explore our exhibition unpicking the threads of a 250 year old mystery surrounding two society beauties, two famous artists and one dress, as our well-loved portrait of Suky Trevelyan is joined by the portrait of the Countess of Dysart on a special visit from Ham House. Normal admission charges apply.

North Tyneside Pipe Band

Sunday 29 April, 2.00 - 4.00 pm

Enjoy the traditional sounds of Scottish Pipes and Drums in the Courtyard. Normal admission charges apply.


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Tuesday 24 April, 10.00 am - 1.00 pm

Uncover the story of the infamous portrait of Sir Walter Calverley Blackett's niece Suky Trevelyan as we bring the saga up-to-date and reveal the latest information about this fascinating portrait.

The talk will be followed by a delicious light lunch in the Clocktower Café. £20, incl. coffee and lunch.

Booking essential on 01670 773600.

Bat Walk

Wednesday 25 April, 7.30 pm - 10.00pm

Join us for a walk around the woods with bat detectors to find out about bat ecology and see what bats we can find. Adult £4, child £2 and family £10. Wear warm clothing and bring a torch and a flask!

Booking essential on 01670 773963.


St George's Weekend at Wallington

Posted by Ray Purvis on Apr 19, 12 04:33 PM in What's On


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Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 April, 11.00 am - 4.00 pm

A fun event for all the family to mark St George's Day! Meet our very own knight in shining armour, try on helmets and chainmail and learn to be a knight at Knight School. Have a go at painting your own shield and join our quest through the woods!

Normal admission charges apply + small charge for some activities.


Wild Walk at Wallington - Foraging with Wild Harmony

Sunday 22 April, 10.00 am - 4.00 pm

Take a walk on the wild side and join our wild food expert on a special guided walk on the Wallington Estate looking out for seasonal wild food and learning how to use it! Age 10+ Adult £15, child £7.50 and family (2 adults and 2 children) £35. Wear waterproofs and boots and bring a packed lunch, hot drink and a sense of humour!

Booking essential on 01670 773963.

Talk Time at Wallington: The "Other" 1066

Posted by Ray Purvis on Apr 14, 12 05:49 PM in What's On


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Wednesday 18 April, 10.00 am - 2.00 pm

Join our medieval historian Michael Thomson as he examines the significance of the northern Battles of Fulford and Stamford Bridge and pulls them out of the shadows of the notorious Battle of Hastings. The talk will be followed by a delicious light lunch in the Clocktower Café. £22, incl. coffee and lunch.

Booking essential on 01670 773600.


Northumberland residents dealing with family problems can now benefit from improved access to quality legal advice after DAWN Advice extended the reach of its Family Law service into the heart of Morpeth and Ashington.

The move, which has seen DAWN Advice's Family Law Team relocate from its Head Office in Seaton Burn, will help make it even easier for people to seek help on issues such as divorce, care work or domestic violence.

Building for Birds at Wallington

Posted by Ray Purvis on Apr 9, 12 02:58 PM in What's On


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Thursday 12 April, 11.00 am - 12.30 pm & 1.30 - 3.00 pm

Drop in and make your very own bird box or bird feeder to make birds feel at home in your garden. Normal admission charges apply + £5 per bird box and £2 per bird feeder.

Dress for mess!

Easter Eggstravaganza

Posted by Ray Purvis on Apr 3, 12 05:41 PM in What's On


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Friday 6 - Monday 9 April, 11.00 am - 4.00 pm

Enjoy Easter fun at Wallington with a fantastic Cadbury children's trail, craft activities, face-painting, games and races. Normal admission charges apply + £2.50 per trail (incl. chocolate prize) and small charge for items made.

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