East Riding of Yorkshire

Jousting goes back to its roots in this no-holds-barred tournament of strength, skill and horsemanship at Scarborough Castle.

Lancelot du Lac, The Wildman, The Wyvern, Jason on the Argonauts charge at each other at full speed with only mail for protection, it’s every knight for themselves in this thrillingly authentic 13th-century tournament, inspired by the brutal early days of jousting. Choose your champion and cheer them on to victory – or console them in defeat.

Don’t miss one of history’s most spectacular sporting contests. Book online and save 15%.

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Legendary Joust At Scarborough Castle

Experience the power and glamour of John Singer Sargent’s portraits in Kenwood's new exhibition; Heiress: Sargent’s American Portraits.

Heiress: Sargent’s American Portraits will reveal the real stories behind the fascinating American women who crossed the Atlantic to marry British aristocrats in an exchange of money for titles. These women include a war-time nurse and the first sitting female MP.

Sargent was one of the most sought-after artists of the Gilded Age and was ‘the artist’ to depict these intriguing women. On the centenary of his death, the exhibition will be a salute to John Singer Sargent (1856-1925), the most admired and sought-after portraitist of the Gilded Age on both sides of the Atlantic. These portraits represent some of his most glamorous and powerful works. In addition to full-length oil paintings, masterful charcoal portraits will also feature, depicting their subjects in a candid and perceptive light.

Heiress: Sargent’s American Portraits is curated by English Heritage with the charity drawing upon the expertise of Richard Ormond CBE. The renowned Sargent scholar and the artist’s great-nephew is the exhibition’s consultant.

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Heiress:

Join our collections team in the Archaeological Collections Store and discover a treasure trove of unique and special objects spanning 2,000 years of England's history. These are objects not normally on display, and form around a third of our total stored collection.

This year the tours will focus on objects from Roman Wroxeter, Hill Hall and Thetford Priory.

Tours are free and can be booked when you arrive at Wrest Park.

Tours will run at 11am and 1pm on the following dates:

7 April

19 May

2 June

16 June

7 July

21 July

4 August

18 August

8 September

22 September

6 October

20 October

Archaeological Collections Store Tours

Start the weekend energised with a spot of Community Yoga amongst the backdrop of Marble Hill and it's surroundings! Community based event, meet on the Oval Lawn (Behind House towards River) at 8am.

Community Yoga

Come to Walmer Castle and join Diana Springall, one of the UK's foremost textile artists and owner of a world-renowned embroidery collection, as she shares her story, memories and personal highlights from her collection. Don't miss this rare opportunity to learn more about the world of textiles and embroidery in a wonderfully intimate presentation.

Embroidery:

Come along to the Dye House at Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings on Sat 28 June for a Nigerian Infused Evening Brunch.

Enjoy Old School, Hip Hop and Afrobeats music. A welcome drink and meal included in the ticket price.

Bar and street food available to purchase throughout the event. Dress Code: Smart/Casual.

This event and associated ticketing and personal data capture is managed by a third party organiser. Book your tickets via their website.

Hummingbird Evening Brunch

English Heritage in partnership with the National Garden Scheme is delighted to be offering you the chance to experience the beautiful gardens of Mount Grace Priory in the early evening when the site is closed to the public.

Meet the Head Gardener and members of their team for a tour of the gardens. Get an insight into how the team develop and enhance these wonderful spaces, carefully managed to ensure how they are presented today reflects their rich history.

You will have the opportunity to ask questions of the team as you experience the gardens at this very special event.

Tickets available soon.

Proceeds from the event will go to fund nursing and health charities through the National Garden Scheme, which raises millions of pounds per year for organisations like Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie, and Hospice UK. Find out more, and discover other special garden visits near you, on the National Garden Scheme website.

Your ticket is only for entry to the event. Members get a discount on the ticket price. You’ll need to book using the link above. Please bring your booking confirmation with you on the day.

Exclusive Evening Garden Tour At Mount Grace Priory

English Heritage in partnership with the National Garden Scheme is delighted to be offering you the chance to experience the beautiful gardens of Walmer Castle in the early evening when the site is closed to the public.

Meet the Head Gardener and members of their team for a tour of the gardens. Get an insight into how the team develop and enhance these wonderful spaces, carefully managed to ensure how they are presented today reflects their rich history.

You will have the opportunity to ask questions of the team as you experience the gardens at this very special event.

Tickets will be on sale soon.

Proceeds from the event will go to fund nursing and health charities through the National Garden Scheme, which raises millions of pounds per year for organisations like Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie, and Hospice UK. Find out more, and discover other special garden visits near you, on the National Garden Scheme website.

Exclusive Evening Garden Tour At Walmer Castle

Four scientists have lived inside a biodome for over a decade with only the seeds of the mighty Blostma for company. This plant is so delicate and so powerful that it only flowers every 12 years. Now the scientists’ careful preparation is put to the test as they fling open the biodome doors to an audience of curious companions. The Blostma might just be what we’ve all been waiting for, but only if it blossoms under the full moon tonight!

Enter the biodome and experience this cosmic, floral event. The question is, after 12 years of waiting, will the Blostma finally reveal its blooms?

Night Out in Nature is an outdoor promenade installation performance for audiences with profound and multiple learning disabilities (PMLD).

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Night Out In Nature

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Legendary Joust At Scarborough Castle

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