Christmas

Exhibition

Arts & Crafts

Shropshire

Join us at Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings on Saturday 29 November from 10am - 5pm for a Slow Food Christmas Fiesta. 

Try delicious and sustainable food and drink from local artisans

Enjoy a range of free talks and tastings with a Christmas flair

Book in advance on for willow weaving and wreath making workshops

Fiesta admission is free.

To find out more, visit the Slow Food website.

Slow Food Christmas Fiesta At Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings

Walmer Castle will be hosting the International Garden Photographer of the Year exhibition 2025 for the first time!

Join us from 3 September - 3 November to immerse yourself in nature as you enjoy an exhibition featuring select higher-placed winners from both the International Garden Photographer of the Year and the dedicated Special Award "The Wonders of Walmer".

This stunning exhibition will be on display in the grounds of Walmer Castle. While you're there, explore more than eight acres of award-winning gardens in the grounds of a Tudor fortress turned country house. Built on the orders of Henry VIII to defend England's southern shores, Walmer Castle later became a home for the Lords Warden of the Cinque Ports — among them the Duke of Wellington and the Queen Mother, for whom a beautiful garden was created to mark her 95th birthday.

Please note 3 Nov is for group bookings only as the castle will be closed to visitors.

International Garden Photographer Of The Year

Free outdoor sessions to help you feel better, move more, connect with nature, and meet new people—no gym needed!

Come and join us for relaxed, friendly group movement sessions at Dover's Western Heights.

Hike, stretch, breathe, run, and enjoy nature together. It’s all about feeling good in your body and mind, with no pressure and no cost.

Sessions are led by Primal Runners – friendly coaches trained to support all abilities and backgrounds.

  WHO?

Everyone is welcome—especially if you:

Feel stressed, lonely, or stuck indoors

Want to get moving but don’t like gyms

Are new to Dover or new to speaking English

Just want to try something different

Please note: These are active sessions. The walk to the Western Heights is steep and requires good mobility. If you have any questions about accessibility, please get in touch. We're happy to help you work out if the sessions will be suitable for you.

  WHAT?

Each session includes:

A welcome chat

A walk or run through nature

Simple body movement (no equipment needed)

Breathing and calming exercises

Time to talk, share, and connect

No experience or fancy gear is needed. Just wear some trainers and comfortable clothes to move in.

  WHERE?

Meet us at The Rings in Dover's Market Square. We’ll head up to the Western Heights together.

There is pay-and-display parking available in Dover town centre. The nearest railway station is Dover Priory, a 5-minute walk from the Market Square, and Stagecoach buses stop nearby in Pencester Road and Priory Street.

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  WHEN?

All sessions run from 10am - 2pm on the following dates:

Autumn 2025

Spring 2026

Sun 7 Sep 2025 Sun 15 Mar 2026

Sun 28 Sep 2025 Sun 29 Mar 2026

Sun 12 Oct 2025 Sun 19 Apr 2026

  THIS EVENT IS PART OF ENGLISH HERITAGE'S REACHING GREATER HEIGHTS PROJECT.

Using money raised by National Lottery players, The National Lottery Heritage Fund supports projects that connect people and communities with the UK’s heritage. Reaching Greater Heights is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to restore historic chalk grasslands at Dover Castle and Western Heights, protect rare wildlife and heritage, and empower local communities through volunteering, learning, and activities.

Heights Not Weights:

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Audley End House and Gardens this half-term.

Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

Join our very own pair of Victorian ghost hunters as they take you on a spooky (but not too scary!) adventure..

With interactive mysterious tales and macabre stories, they’ll share spooky insights into the ghost-hunting techniques of the 19th century. Join them and discover how the Victorians tried to speak with spirits from beyond the grave…

Book early and save 15%.

Halloween Half Term At Audley End House And Gardens

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Dover Castle this half-term. 

Follow the quest to solve creepy clues, and gather round to listen to spooky stories.   

Who better to teach you about monsters than the creatures themselves? Meet a mischievous Vampire and a wily Witch as they reveal the secrets of the Monsterverse. Packed with interactive shows, stories and silly scares, it’s monstrously good fun for all ages.

Book early and save 15%. 

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Halloween Half-Term At Dover Castle

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Scarborough Castle this half term. Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

Ready to face history’s most dreadful characters? Take part in our spooky game show, Monster Hunting: The Game of Death and discover the grisly fates of villains past. Then sharpen your skills at Spooky Sword School – but beware, only the bravest will survive!

Book early and save 15%.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Halloween Half-Term At Scarborough Castle

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden this half-term.

This Halloween, a team of eight monster hunters has assembled at Kenilworth Castle.

Each hunter is a master in tracking a particular type of spooky creature. Explore the castle grounds, seek out all eight Hunters, and hear their thrilling tales, expert tips, and eerie encounters.

Complete the adventure to earn your Monster Hunter Certificate – and be ready for whatever supernatural surprises Halloween has in store!

Book early and save 15%.

Halloween Half Term At Kenilworth Castle And Elizabethan Garden

Double Vision brings together two paintings both known as The Guitar Player. One painting, a treasure from Kenwood’s Iveagh Bequest, is signed by the great Johannes Vermeer (1632-75). The origin of the other, on loan from the John G. Johnson Collection at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, USA, remains a mystery.

Philadelphia’s painting depicts the same young woman playing a guitar, but with a number of small differences. Thought to be by Vermeer by John G. Johnson who bought the picture and eventually gave it to the city of Philadelphia, the question of who painted it and when has been the subject of intense debate for the past 100 years.

This new display, marking the 350th anniversary of Vermeer’s death aged 43 in 1675, sees the paintings side by side for the first time in over 300 years.

Double Vision:

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Carisbrooke Castle this half-term.

Follow the quest to solve creepy clues, and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

Step into the shadows with our Ghost Hunters and Mediums. Listen to chilling tales of the ghosts of Carisbrooke and discover whether you dare to believe!

Book early and save 15%.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Halloween Half-Term At Carisbrooke Castle

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Battle Abbey this half-term.

Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

Join our spooky performer for gruesome tales and gory games! With interactive shows running throughout the day, there’ll be plenty of frightful fun for the whole family.

Book early and save 15%.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Halloween Half-Term At Battle Abbey

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Wrest Park this half-term.

Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

From ghostly tales to spooky sword school, there’s plenty to keep little monsters busy! Learn how to fend off vampires, zombies and werewolves, join in with silly games, and uncover eerie local folklore brought to life by our storyteller.

Book early and save 15%.

Halloween Half Term At Wrest Park

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Bolsover Castle this half-term. 

Follow the quest to solve creepy clues, and gather round to listen to spooky stories.   

Get ready for a frightfully fun mix of games, storytelling and spooky adventures! Try your hand at our Spooky Sword School, where young monster-hunters can learn how to fend off vampires, zombies and werewolves. Gather round to hear local legends and ghostly tales and enjoy plenty of family fun for Halloween.

Book early and save 15%. 

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Halloween Half-Term At Bolsover Castle

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Pendennis Castle this half-term.

Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

Head to Pendennis Castle this Halloween for an unforgettable day of family fun and eerie entertainment. Join a local performer to hear chilling Cornish ghost tales as you take an interactive tours through the shadowy corners of the castle. Hunt for ghosts around the grounds and enrol your young ghouls and goblins in our spookily silly Monster School.

Book early to save 15%.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Halloween Half-Term At Pendennis Castle

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Belsay Hall this half term. Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

Step into a world of bogles, basilisks and dragons!

Join our band of monster-hunters for a magical theatrical quest through the grounds of Belsay, where you’ll meet curious characters and help protect the world from fearsome beasts. Then, put your courage to the test in a Monster-Taming Workshop – with crafty creations, silly games and plenty of laughter. A monstrously good day out for brave adventurers of all ages.

Book early and save 15%.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Halloween Half-Term At Belsay Hall

Join us for spooky times as we celebrate Halloween and October half term at Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings. Make your own spooky mask and wand and listen to fantastic stories by the magical Jake Evans in our free events on: 

Wednesday 29 October

10am to 3pm – Spooky masks and magical wand making in the Dye House

Thursday 30 October     

10am to 3pm – Stories by Jake Evans in the Dye House (on the half hour every hour)

10am to 3pm – Spooky masks and magical wand making in the Dye House

Friday 31 October

10am to 3pm – Spooky masks and magical wand making in the Dye House

Saturday 25 October - Sunday 2 November

10am to 4pm – Creepy trail in the Mill Exhibition (Mill exhibition charges apply)

Please note that children must be accompanied by an adult throughout these events.

We thank the support of the UK Government, Shropshire Council and Vibrant Shropshire: A Cultural Compact.

This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund as part of Vibrant Shropshire’s ‘This is Shropshire’ Festival.

Spooky October Half Term Fun At Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Framlingham Castle this half-term.

Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

Step inside the Witchfinders’ Tent and uncover the secrets of the 17th-century witch trials. Take part in the lively interactive show Art Thou a Witch? Try on armour, handle “torture” tools, and even accuse your friends! Plus, don’t miss foam sword-fighting games for brave young knights.

Book early and save 15%.

Halloween Half Term At Framlingham Castle

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Brodsworth Hall this half-term. 

Follow the quest to solve creepy clues, and gather round to listen to spooky stories.   

Step right up for a monster-hunting show full of silly shenanigans, daring escapes, a touch of magic and plenty of fun as our mischievous meddlars try to outwit the creatures of the night!

Take part in a spooky gameshow where families can discover some of history’s creepiest characters – and the strange ways their stories came to an end. Packed with laughs, surprises and plenty of chances to join in, it’s frightful fun for all ages.

Gather close and listen as our storytellers spin eerie tales and local legends. Not too scary, but just enough to send a playful shiver down your spine!

Book early and save 15%. 

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Halloween Half-Term At Brodsworth Hall

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Whitby Abbey this half term. Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

Calling all ghost hunters! Join in our ghoulish games, craft your own ghostly adventure, and settle in for spooky stories among the haunting ruins. A frightfully fun family day out awaits…

Book early and save 15%.

Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.

Halloween Half-Term At Whitby Abbey

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at Eltham Palace and Gardens this half-term.

Follow the quest to solve creepy clues and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

Get ready for spooky surprises as our performer brings gruesome games and frightful fun to life! With interactive activities scheduled throughout the day, there’s plenty to keep little ghouls entertained.

Book early and save 15%.

Halloween Half Term At Eltham Palace And Gardens

Guided forest bathing walks are a great way to look after your physical and mental well-being. Scientific studies have shown that forest bathing can help reduce blood pressure, boost the immune system, improve concentration and support anxiety and depression.

During your guided forest bathing walk with Deep in Nature you will be led on a slow-paced and gentle walk through our woodland landscape and invited to try various activities designed to help relaxation and to boost your mental and physical health.

You will leave the walk with tips and activities to practice on your own.  No prior experience or fitness is necessary.  

Adult walks are open to those aged 16+. We regret that we cannot welcome dogs on the forest bathing walks except for assistance animals.  Please note that admission charges apply for non-members. 

Sunday 22 June, 10.30 - Sunlit Serenity – Bask in the golden glow of early summer, where dappled sunlight and lush greenery create a haven of peace.

Saturday 19 July, 10.30 - Canopy Calm – Step into the heart of summer and lose yourself in the cool embrace of ancient trees and whispering leaves.

Saturday 16 August, 10.30 - Nature in Full Song – Experience the height of summer with buzzing bees, rustling foliage, and birdsong filling the air.

Sunday 21 September, 10.30 - Ember Leaves – Wander through a landscape brushed with soft ambers and mellow oranges, embracing the warmth of autumn’s first touch.

Sunday 19 October, 10.30 - Reflections in Gold – Stroll through a tapestry of autumn colour, listening to the crunch of fallen leaves and embracing a moment of quiet reflection in nature’s fading glow.

BOOK YOUR GUIDED WALK AT WREST PARK

Wrest Park Forest Bathing

Get creative this Halloween with ghoulishly good crafts at Goodrich Castle.

Join us from Saturday 25 October to Sunday 2 November, from between 11am – 3pm each day to design and build your very own Ghoul Puppet.

With a mix-and-match selection of creepy body parts to choose from, kids can let their imaginations run wild and create a monster that’s spooky, silly, or somewhere in between.

This event is perfect for families looking for hands-on half-term fun — and a frightfully fun souvenir to take home.

Craft activities are included with admission which you can book via the button below.

Spooky Halloween Crafts At Goodrich Castle

Join English Heritage historian Dr Michael Carter and Professor Dale Townshend at 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield to discover why medieval monks and nuns wrote so many ghost stories. You can expect tales of tormented souls returning from Purgatory, rotting revenants rising from their graves and devils and demons stalking the precincts of monasteries ready to tempt the unwary into sin and damnation.

This event has moderate access as there are a few steep steps.

Revenants And Remains:

Join the Kenwood team on Monday 3 November 2025 for the Winter Public Events consultation meeting from 6.30 - 8pm.

In this meeting we would love to hear what events you would be keen to see at Kenwood, or any events you have seen work well at other places. If there are any topics or questions you would like us to include in the agenda please email us back by Wednesday 29 October. The agenda and next 6-month programme will be distributed two weeks prior to the event.

Access to the grounds will be via East Lodge from 6pm.

We would be grateful if you could confirm your attendance by emailing Kenwood.house@english-heritage.org.uk by Wednesday 29 October.

Please share this invitation with your networks.

Public Consultation Meeting At Kenwood

This autumn Belsay Hall's library will host a number of creatives from the Northumbria University Schools of Design and Architecture in a pop up studio.

See the development of creative projects across a range of media including textiles, furniture, photography and architectural studies. All works will draw inspiration from the Hall, exploring making traditions linked to the site, while showcasing contemporary techniques and approaches.

Belsay Hall has always inspired creativity and craft skill, and its creation was a catalyst for creative skills in the North East. The library was used as a workshop during the building of the Hall, so it’s a natural fit for a studio. Make & Mend will bring creating back to the Hall, and inspire new generations of budding creatives.

The finished products will go on display in early 2026.

Creative projects include:

A collection of homeware and lighting that explore contemporary uses of scagliola (plaster-based imitation stone, as used at Belsay Hall)

Camouflage fabrics that draw on the colours and foliage found on the estate. The project links to how the house was occupied by the army during the Second World War

A photographic study that explores the in-between spaces not often seen by visitors, such as landings and corridors

Large format photography that documents the layers of decay, repair and patina found in the Hall

A new typeface alphabet based on examples of graffiti left by soldiers based at Belsay during the Second World War

This event is included in your admission to Beslay Hall. Book early and save 15%.

Make And Mend At Belsay Hall

Join us at Wrest Park for an exhibition commemorating 80 years since the end of the Second World War and to celebrate the people who worked here during that time.

Discover our history in a temporary display and enjoy volunteer-led talks. The displays will feature information about the WAAFS and links with Bletchley Park, The Home Guard and the Women’s Land Army.

Join us in the Library for free talks on 8, 9, 16 November at 1.30pm.

On 15 November a World War Two Choir will perform in the Dining Room.

Included in admission price to Wrest Park.

Book early and save 15%.

Second World War Exhibition At Wrest Park

English Heritage

English Heritage cares for over 400 historic buildings, monuments and sites - from world-famous prehistoric sites to grand medieval castles, from Roman forts on the edges of the empire to a Cold War bunker. 

Through these, we bring the story of England to life for over 10 million people each year. 

Slow Food Christmas Fiesta At Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings

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