Tyne and Wear

South Tyneside

A gentle guided stroll. Free.

Join walk leaders Hillary and Peter for a coastal saunter at a very relaxed pace. Approximately 1 mile, exploring the paths around Whitburn Coastal Park and The Leas.

This event is free. Donations are very welcome and will go directly towards caring for Souter Lighthouse, its coastline, heritage and wildlife.

Children are welcome, but must be accompanied by an adult.

Meet outside the lighthouse cafe at 1.50pm.

Suitable outdoor clothing and sturdy shoes advised. We'd recommend bringing a drink too.

Mainly flat, with some very gentle inclines. Largely following hard surfaced paths, but may be muddy in places following wet weather.

Dogs are welcome, on a lead please.

Souter Lighthouse

Explore the coast on a free guided walk.

Free fun and games to get families outdoors and playing together every Saturday. Everyone's invited!

Join a ranger and members of the Coastal Conservation Group to search the rockpools along Souter's shore.

Have a go at free outdoor games and mini-sports activities for all the family.

Tuesday health walk

A collaboration between the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), Forestry England and Parker Harris, Earth Photo celebrates photographic and film work that conveys the world around us and makes us think differently, capturing nature, people, place and space, forests, the land and seascapes, and the varied impacts of, and adaptations to, climate change.

Royal Geographical Society: Earth Photo 24

Coming to the Fox Talbot Museum on June 29, a diverse selection of contemporary photographs from across the globe.

For the past 170 years, the RPS's International Photography Exhibition has reflected how people see and think about things. The artworks selected for the Fox Talbot Museum exhibit a wide range of themes, subjects, techniques and aesthetics from 37 different photographers.

The International Photography Exhibition encourages photographers and image-makers of all ages, new, emerging and established photographers worldwide to submit work to the open call. For each edition of the exhibition the RPS invites a panel of leading voices in photography to bring an exciting mix of expertise to the final exhibition selection. The exhibition at the Fox Talbot Museum represents a selection from the last three years’ editions of RPS exhibitions.

International Photography Exhibition

Nature’s Tapestry | Botanical Embroidery at Hidcote Friday 29 March to Monday 30 September

Hidcote will host botanical and embroidery artist Olga Prinku in the exhibition hall this spring. Olga’s work combines dried and preserved flowers and other natural materials with tulle fabric, to create motifs inspired by nature.

Olga has been visiting Hidcote through the seasons to collect materials which she will use to create three artworks inspired by the garden. These will be displayed alongside her wider body of work. Her work uses materials like seed-heads that we ordinarily overlook to create intricate and unique artworks inspired by the changing of the seasons, and the raw beauty of the natural world.

The exhibition is located in the Entrance Hall of the house and is free to enjoy. Normal admission to the property applies.

Nature’S Tapestry | Botanical Embroidery At Hidcote

Have you got a little one under 5? Then come along for a fun morning at Knole with babyccino coffee mornings and storytime in the bookshop.

Come along to Knole on a Monday morning during school term time for some fun and entertainment for under 5s.

Babyccino coffee mornings in the Brewhouse cafe start at 10am. Get a free babyccino when you buy yourself a hot drink, and meet other parents and carers as you keep your toddler entertained with a selection of toys and games. Storytime starts at 11am in the Bookshop, so why not join in before or after your morning coffee? Enjoy new stories as well as some classics that you and your little one will love.

Babyccino coffee morning 10am-12pm Storytime in the bookshop 11-11.30am

These are free events suitable for children under 5, running every Monday during the school term. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Normal admission applies. Please pre-book an Outdoor and Tower ticket per person. Car parking is included in all admission tickets.

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

No booking required for these events but we recommend prebooking your admission tickets to Knole.

Aimed at children under 5.

Please go to Brewhouse cafe for coffee mornings and the bookshop in Green Court for storytime.

There is step free access to both the bookshop and Brewhouse cafe. There are baby change facilities in Green Court and in the Conservation Studio building, which is opposite Brewhouse cafe.

No booking required for these events but we recommend prebooking your admission tickets to Knole. Children must be accompanied at all times.

Knole

Discover the story of Vita Sackville-West’s life at Knole.

Lord Sackville’s private garden at Knole is a beautiful space, featuring sprawling lawns, a walled garden, an untamed wilderness area and a medieval orchard.

Hidden above the showrooms lie Knole's attics. Join a behind the scenes tour to explore these spaces and see a different side to Knole.

Make new friends and chat while your little ones play at Knole Fawns parent and toddler group.

Toddler Mondays at Knole

Join us as we explore the power of myths in shaping identities and understanding the world around us. Delve into the rich tapestry of myths, legends, and folklore.

Step into the fascinating world of Benjamin Disraeli, a remarkable British politician and storyteller. Disraeli knew that words held enormous power. Disraeli’s love for storytelling is reflected in his library and writings but also in his deliberate efforts to shape his personal narrative and legend, and in doing so attempt to influence public perception.

As you explore the mansion and grounds you will see how Disraeli wove together the art of myth making and storytelling to extend beyond the page to Hughenden’s manor, garden, and parkland.

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

Hughenden

Step into the enchanted woods and embark on a journey of discovery.

In the Manor, discover how Disraeli masterfully used myths to craft his public persona and navigate the complex worlds of belonging, identity and relationships.

Discover what goes on in the apiary and learn about the life of the honey bee. Find out why bees are important in the garden, park and woodland at Hughenden and how you can create your own bee friendly spaces. Dispel myths around beekeeping.

Are you looking to get outdoors, meet new people and improve your health and wellbeing? Join this free friendly 2.7 mile led walk with a short guided tour of the gardens and an overview of the park and chalk stream at Hughenden

Myths & Mythmaking

Brought to you by the National Trust and Stoked Watersports, an opportunity to get out on the lake and maybe try something new.

At Stoked Watersports there is something for everyone. We run regular kayak, paddleboard and row boat hourly hire sessions throughout the day perfect for beginners.

For more experienced paddlers we have our SUP pick up and go service giving you the freedom to explore Lake Windermere at your own pace.

Our watersports base at Fell Foot on the southern tip of Lake Windermere is set within the National Trust’s Fell Foot park - a very special place which never fails to impress. It is quite simply the best place to experience watersports hires on Lake Windermere.

Call 02393 593939 Book direct with our activity provider Stoked Watersports.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Please take a look at the joining instruction PDF you receive when you make a booking as it contains useful information including a site map.

Recommend wearing quick drying clothes, wetsuit shoes or lightweight trainers. Bring a full change of clothes and towel. Sunglasses, suncream, hat and waterbottle are advisable.

Speak to the team at Stoked Watersports about access requirements.

It is normally adverse weather (heavy rain and/or strong winds) which limits us from operating due to your and our team’s safety. We are always checking the weather and our team is pro-active with this and so if the weather is looking iffy Stoked Watersports will contact you to discuss all the options.

Stoked Watersports

Join us on Thursday's in May* and June for a story and nature walk around the park. *Please note this will not take place on the half term week (Thursday 30th May).

A simple way to get fit, with a great community at its heart.

Families and friends are encouraged to make the most of the longer warmer days. Discover the sights and sounds of the great outdoors, with games for all ages at Fell Foot lakeshore park.

Join us on Thursday's in October for a story and nature walk around the park at Fell Foot.

Paddleboard, kayak and row boat sessions

Discover over 60 original illustrations in our family-friendly exhibition, including favourite stories and characters such as Mr Gumpy, Avocado Baby, and Oi! Get Off Our Train!

There are comfy reading zones for kids to snuggle into with a book, colourful blown-up scenes for family photos, and dressing up inspiration. Look out for the life-size ‘magic’ bed that transports young imaginations to far away worlds, inspired by Burningham’s classic story The Magic Bed.

Sketches and personal items, including the artist’s paint palette, reveal how Burningham created his much-loved stories.

Outside, an energetic activity trail weaves through Mottisfont’s spacious gardens, introducing families to more characters, with games and challenges to complete. £3 per trail.

Art gallery open 11am-4.30pm daily, gardens open 10am-5pm daily. Last entry into the property, house and gallery is 30 minutes before closing.

Property admission applies (free entry for National Trust members, Art Fund members and under 5s).

There's no need to book, but we may get very busy, particularly on weekends. We open at 10am, and mornings tend to be busier than afternoons - most of our visitors arrive before 2pm, which can cause congestion in the car park. If you have the flexibility, a weekday visit is generally quieter than a weekend, even during school holidays. If you can only visit over the weekend, Saturdays are usually less busy than Sundays.

John Burningham's Bedtime Stories: Exhibition And Activity Trail

Explore the outdoors with your little ones at our weekly Nature Tots group

Bring your little ones to our parent and volunteer led toddler group. Our Nature Tots group is for children aged up to 5 years old and their parents/carers. Each week parents and carers help the Nature Tots volunteers to organise and run nature inspired activities and together we experience and learn about the natural world around us.

Nature Tots discover Studland Bay and the landscape around them through activities and stories. The beautiful coastal setting with dunes and woodland makes the perfect location to discover the outdoors throughout the seasons.

Nature Tots meets during the BCP and Dorset school term time on Monday mornings.

Please note: sessions will not run on Mondays outside of school term times, including Easter, Bank Holidays, half terms, summer holidays and Christmas. Unfortunately this group is not suitable for childminders with groups.

Little ones welcome

Meet outside the Discovery Centre

Dress for the weather and wear clothes you can get mucky in.

There is level access from the Discovery Centre car park onto the grassy area outside the Discovery Centre. Some activities take place in the woodland, dunes and beach which have varying terrains.

Pay and Display parking. Free to National trust members and blue badge holders.

Studland Office

Enjoy a guided group kayak out to Old Harry Rocks on a summer's morning with time allowed to explore the bottom of the rocks. The kayaking is followed by freshly made full English breakfast at Knoll Beach café.

Join us for the Trust10 at Studland Bay and challenge yourself on this 10km run with breathtaking views.

Enjoy a unique yoga session in Studland's dunes & a rare chance to connect with yourself & nature in the tranquil beauty of this special location. For all levels, this session blends gentle yoga, stretching, and meditation.

Enjoy the unique experience of a ranger guided nature tour around our beach and dunes in one of our all terrain vehicles (ATVs). A single ticket purchased will be for up to three people inside the vehicle.

Nature Tots

Botanical and embroidery artist Olga Prinku brings her exclusive Nature’s Tapestry: Botanical Embroidery at Hidcote exhibition to Hidcote. Find out more.

Nature’s Tapestry | Botanical Embroidery at Hidcote Friday 29 March to Monday 30 September

Hidcote will host botanical and embroidery artist Olga Prinku in the exhibition hall this spring. Olga’s work combines dried and preserved flowers and other natural materials with tulle fabric, to create motifs inspired by nature.

Olga has been visiting Hidcote through the seasons to collect materials which she will use to create three artworks inspired by the garden. These will be displayed alongside her wider body of work. Her work uses materials like seed-heads that we ordinarily overlook to create intricate and unique artworks inspired by the changing of the seasons, and the raw beauty of the natural world.

The exhibition is located in the Entrance Hall of the house and is free to enjoy. Normal admission to the property applies.

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

Exhibition takes place in the Entrance Hall of the House

Level access to the House can be found via East Court

Discover the history of Hidcote and its creator, Major Lawrence Johnston, as well as the garden conservation work of the National Trust on a guided garden tour. Find out more...

* SOLD OUT * Wander Hidcote's blooms and borders in the magical light of early evening.

Join Lizzy from Tellus Mater for forest bathing and well-being sessions at Hidcote. Learn about delving into your surroundings to connect with nature and boost well-being. Find out more...

Join Swan School of Tai Chi & Qigong at Hidcote as they take you through the ancient Chinese tradition of Tai Chi.

Nature’s Tapestry | Botanical Embroidery at Hidcote

In this exhibition we will explore the story of the past, present and future of the cotton textile industry in the North West and the world

Before the Industrial Revolution, making clothes was slow. People would make their own clothes, in small quantities and would wear them for a long period of time, repeatedly repairing them. They were patched, resized, remade, and handed down until there was nothing left to use.

The Industrial Revolution saw a rapid change in the pace in the production of textiles, the growth of cotton and technological advancements within mills, and faster transport. This meant there were more options for people in all levels of society and is the starting point in the story of how we consume clothes today.

In this exhibition we will explore the story of the past, present and future of the cotton textile industry in the North West and the world, the human drive for fashion and ‘faster, easier, cheaper’ clothes, and the global, environmental and societal impacts that had and continues to have today.

Admission charges apply. Free entry for National Trust Members.

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

suitable for children of all ages

The exhibition will be hosted on the fourth floor of the mill

This is an indoor event

The space is accessible by lift.

Quarry Bank

Our guided group toddler walks take families on a short walk; to experience nature and allow little ones to roam and explore at their own pace.

Explore the home of the child workers of Quarry Bank on a unique tour

This is your chance to see what life was like for the crowded families in the village

Visit the comfortable home of the Greg family: funded by the mill and right next to it, but far away from the world of its workers

Exhibition: For the love of cotton

Before the Industrial Revolution, making clothes was slow. People would make their own clothes, in small quantities and would wear them for a long period of time, repeatedly repairing them. They were patched, resized, remade, and handed down until there was nothing left to use.

The Industrial Revolution saw a rapid change in the pace in the production of textiles, the growth of cotton and technological advancements within mills, and faster transport. This meant there were more options for people in all levels of society and is the starting point in the story of how we consume clothes today.

In this exhibition we will explore the story of the past, present and future of the cotton textile industry in the North West and the world, the human drive for fashion and ‘faster, easier, cheaper’ clothes, and the global, environmental and societal impacts that had and continues to have today.

Admission charges apply. Free entry for National Trust Members.

Exhibition: For The Love Of Cotton

A celebration of tapestry, embroidery and appliqué. Discover how Bess of Hardwick’s exquisite textile collection tells her story.

Elizabethan England was a material world. Power, identity and virtue were all expressed though what you owned and what you built.

Elizabeth Shrewsbury designed Hardwick Hall to shout about who she was and how far she had come. From the solid stone ES initials on the roof to the magnificent tapestries and textiles she hung inside, everything was a material statement about Bess.

The stories on the wall:

Tapestries and textiles were more than just interior decoration, they were a form of art used to make a statement. Their size, expensive materials and the stories they told made them the perfect medium to publicly project the power and status of the owner.

Discover the symbolism and hidden meaning in the images and stories which don the 400- year-old walls. See if you can spot Bess’ devotion to Penelope throughout the hall, a beacon of virtue dedicated to her husband.

Conservation:

It took 24 years for the 13 Gideon tapestries to go through cleaning and conservation and a whopping £1.7 million to restore them back to their full glory.

Find out more about the painstaking work of the specialist cleaning team in Belgium and the people behind the hand stitched repairs at the National Trust’s Conservation Studio.

Taking in the tapestries:

Let the textiles do the talking in the Long Gallery as you uncover new stories in the Gideon tapestries through ‘slow looking’. Accompanied by a magnificent soundscape, this really will be a treat for the senses!

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

Call 01246 850430

Children welcome

This display will in the hall only, across the Museum Rooms, the High Great Chamber and the Long Gallery.

The displays in the Museum Rooms of the Hall are on the ground floor and will be fully accessible. Please note that to view the upper floors of the hall, there is no lift available and is only accessible by stairs.

Please note that last entry to the hall is at 2.45pm.

General

Join our informative guides on an exclusive rooftop tour of Hardwick Hall and lookover the Derbyshire countryside from above.

Reimagine the 'Lost Embroidery' at Hardwick Hall: Join Layla Khoo and stitch the fabric of modern virtue through creative participation.

Fully accessible guided group walk in the grounds of Hardwick Hall's most iconic buildings.

Intermediate 3.5 mile group walk around the Hardwick Estate. Make friends and get outdoors!

Material Power: Let the textiles do the talking

Explore how Vita, Harold and their inner creative circle did not fit with early 20th century societal norms of gender and sexuality. A new display told through the books in Vita and Harold's collection. Opening Saturday 1 June.

'Radical Relationships: Uncovering Connections on Sissinghurst's Bookshelves' opens Saturday 1 June.

A new display of objects, letters and books – many on show for the first time - puts Sissinghurst Castle Garden at the heart of a 20th century network of culturally influential people.

Many of Vita Sackville-West and Harold Nicolson's guests to Sissinghurst, including figures of the Bloomsbury Group, are now seen as significant figures in LGBTQ+ history.

'Radical Relationships' reveals the works and lives of these fascinating individuals as told through Sissinghurst's bookshelves.

Standard admission applies.

Please note that our closing times will change in October to reflect our Winter Opening Times.

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

Please go to Visitor Reception to scan your membership cards or purchase entry tickets.

Sissinghurst Castle Garden

Meet the Sissinghurst Scholars, offering a rare opportunity to engage with team members of one of England's most iconic gardens.

Join Knole's Collections and House Manager for a fascinating talk and Q&A in connection with their current exhibition 'Vita: Discover a story of love and life at Knole'

Radical Relationships: A new display (1 June 2024 - 30 March 2025)

This is a chance to join one of our knowledgeable gardeners on a tour through the garden at Sizergh. Led by our knowledgeable volunteers, these tours are suitable for all – whether you’re a keen gardener, a regular visitor, a first-timer, or you’d just like to better orientate yourself. They will cover the history and development of Sizergh’s garden through the centuries, current and future projects and seasonal highlights.

Garden Tours

Child workers lived in the Apprentice House, often sent from workhouses far away. They laboured for long hours in the Mill, before returning to chores including gardening and sewing.

Discover how the children lived, where they slept, what they ate, what care they received, and hear the stories of Margaret Magin and Thomas Priestly.

When you arrive at Visitor Reception you can book onto a tour of the Apprentice House.

Tour times vary on week days and on weekends and during school holidays. Please ask for more details at Visitor Reception.

Tours are very popular so book your tickets early on the day of your arrival to avoid disappointment.

Tickets for tours cannot be pre-booked. Admission charges apply. Free entry for National Trust members.

Apprentice House Tours

Killerton's 2024 fashion exhibition will explore children's clothes of the 19th and 20th century.

'Playing by the rules: Childhood, dress and imagination' will delve into the world of children's clothing within the Killerton collection, many of them part of the Margaret Bodley collection which was acquired by the National Trust in the early 1980s.

Five local Brownie and Guide units have worked with us to create future fashion designs, along with becoming young curators for one of the displays.

Opening 10 February 2024, the exhibition will open with the house, daily 11am to 4pm (last entry 3.30pm).

For more details visit: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/devon/killerton/killertons-fashion-collection

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

Children are welcome.

Head to Visitor Reception to learn more about the exhibition in the house.

The exhibition is indoors.

The fashion exhibition is on the first floor which is only accessible via the main staircase (no lift). A book of printed images is available to show visitors who are unable to access the first floor.

The free is exhibition is included with entry. Entry is free for members. Entry prices for non members are displayed on our website.

Killerton

Be inspired by the blossom that's filling Killerton with colour.

Would you enjoy a quieter visit to Killerton? We're able to offer relaxed sessions; designed to be of benefit to visitors who prefer a quieter and calmer experience, such as those with autism, SEN or dementia.

Join Area Ranger Griselda on a walk through seas of swaying grasses and wildflowers.

What did the University of Exeter's archaeology department discover in a recent dig in at Columbjohn on the Killerton estate?

Playing by the rules: fashion exhibition in the house

Learn more about the wider history of Godolphin with weekly volunteer guided walks around the estate.

Volunteer guided walks take place every Monday at 11am. Join one of these walks and explore the wider estate of Godolphin. Walks alternate between different parts of Godolphin estate, including Godolphin Hill, Woods and along the River Hayle.

Please note: walks are subject to cancellation based on inclement weather conditions and are subject to volunteer availability.

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

No booking needed but please call ahead to check if visiting specifically to join an estate walk.

Although children are welcome, this tour is recommended for adult audiences

Meeting at 10.45am at the welcome hut, for 11am walk.

Wear stout footwear and outdoor clothing.

Due to the terrain, this is not wheelchair accessible. This walk includes inclined terrain and stile crossings. The pace is slow and gentle, so fitness levels can be accommodated.

Please note: walks are subject to cancellation based on inclement weather conditions and are subject to volunteer availability. If you plan to visit Godolphin specifically for this event we recommend calling ahead to check.

Godolphin

Join us every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday as one of our volunteers guide you on a short walk through the mining landscape of Godolphin Woods.

Get outdoors and get fit with the Trust10 running trail through the countryside of Godolphin.

Venture into Godolphin House and discover the rich history within the walls of this once great mining powerhouse. Find out more about those who lived here at lives they led in what was once Cornwall's largest and finest house.

Are you ready for a summer of play? Join us at Godolphin for a summer chock-full of fun activities for all the family to enjoy.

Guided estate walks

Join one of our volunteer tour guides to see the abbey as the Georgians once did; incorporated into the dramatic designed landscape.

Fountains Abbey became the greatest folly of all when John Aislabie created his water garden at Studley Royal. See the abbey as the Georgians did on this guided tour; incorporated into the dramatic designed landscape and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The abbey and garden tour lasts 1 hour 30 minutes and will be run twice a day, seven days a week.

Unfortunately, sometimes our volunteer guides aren't available and we have to cancel tours. Please ask the admission staff on your arrival for the tour schedule on that day.

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

Meet at the Porter's Lodge; a 15 minute walk from the Visitor Centre, down a steep 20% gradient, 5 minutes from the level access West Gate entrance and 30 minutes from the Studley Royal entrance.

We are an outdoor site so please dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy shoes as the ground is uneven in places.

Access to the abbey is across a level grassy green. When the grass is particularly wet this can be impassable for wheelchairs, mobility scooters and prams. We have a portable hearing loop available to hire, free of charge, for guided tours. Please call 01765 608888 to book. Please collect from your tour guide at Porter's Lodge. You can use this with a hearing aid set to 'T' or with headphones.

This tour will last approx. 1 hour 30 minutes. Unfortunately, sometimes our guides aren't available and we have to cancel tours. Please ask the admission staff on your arrival for the tour schedule that day.

Fountains Abbey

Explore Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal through the eyes of one of the north's leading landscape artists this summer. 'A Landscape Painter's Perspective' is a new art exhibition by Peter M. Hicks.

Join one of our volunteer tour guides to discover more about the largest monastic ruins in the country.

Join one of our volunteer tour guides to find out more about the oldest building on the estate.

Join the wildlife team for a morning moth count

Garden and abbey tour

Discover the story of Vita Sackville-West’s life at Knole through to her wedding and bittersweet departure in 1913. This story will be brought to life around you with a new multimedia tour guiding you through key moments in Vita’s life.

Explore the Great Hall, where you'll see wedding presents that were gifted to Vita and Harold alongside a marriage album assembled by Vita. A portrait of Vita by Philip de László, usually found in the Long Library at Sissinghurst, will also be on display.

Around the showrooms you’ll find delicately detailed paper sculpture recreations of the dress worn by Vita at her wedding, as well as outfits worn by other members of the wedding party. The mannequins are designed and created by artist Denise Watson, of Delicarta, 'bringing paper to life'.

This is a rare chance to see the original manuscript of ‘Orlando’, which is on show in the Ballroom. Seldom displayed due to its fragile nature, the manuscript has Virginia Woolf’s handwritten notes on.

In the Cartoon Gallery a copy of Chatterton, the first work that Vita Sackville-West published, is displayed.

Continue your journey to the Orangery to see the contemporary art installation by artist Lorna Johnson. The piece consists of 150 hand sewn scented ruffles that symbolise strong female figures who ruffled feathers to move society forward, just like Vita.

This event is included with normal admission to Knole (showrooms, outdoor and tower ticket required) - there is no separate ticket.

Vita: Discover A Story Of Love And Life At Knole

Teazels, cowslips, toadflax, vetch ... Discover the wildflower paintings of contemporary landscape artist, Nessie Ramm, displayed both inside the old castle and doors and as a trail in the garden.

With a display in the old castle and a trail in the garden, 'Changed Priorities Ahead' showcases the work of nature artist, Nessie Ramm. Nessie paints our native wildflowers with exquisite detail as they thrive undisturbed on roundabouts, slip roads and laybys. With metal road signs as her 'canvas', her large-scale art renders visible the wildness and value of these unloved spaces. This display is a call to put away our strimmers and re-evaluate our relationship with the natural world. Entry to the display and trail is included in the general admission.

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

Aimed at adults but suitable for families

Part of the display is on the first floor of the old castle.

Scotney Castle Events

Enjoy a new display in the Friends Room in the mansion house of rare archive photographs from the Scotney collection.

Join one of our estate guides on a tour around Scotney's woods and parklands to see seasonal flora and fauna and learn about the history of Scotney. This tour is included in your entry to Scotney.

Scotney has one of the best examples of a garden designed along Picturesque principles in the United Kingdom. Join our guided garden tours (free with your entry ticket) to discover what this means.

Discover the dreamy roses of Scotney, scrambling up the medieval Ashburnham Tower, wall-trained in the kitchen garden, and in standalone beds.

'Changed Priorities Ahead' exhibition (1 June-20 October)

Piecing together intricate painted glass in vibrant colours, the stained-glass conservators on this project needed keen eyes and a steady hand to dismantle, conserve and reassemble sections of the Tomb Chamber’s stained-glass windows.

Test your eye for detail with a 500-piece jigsaw for grown-ups and a 40-piece jigsaw for children each featuring a design from one of the Tomb Chamber stained-glass windows. Together with their families, younger visitors can enjoy brightly coloured wooden and acrylic puzzles suitable for ages 3+.

Seizing a ‘window of opportunity’, we’re showcasing the work of local art therapy charity artWell, by displaying a community painting created during a wellbeing workshop at The Camrose Centre in Basingstoke.

The painting of a window features a breath-taking flurry of flowers that appear to adorn the windowpane. Each bloom was painted by, and represents, a person who attended the workshop at the centre and so the work is essentially a group portrait.

Based in Basingstoke, artWell is a not-for-profit organisation whose aim is to improve mental health and positive use of imagination and creativity across sectors of the community who, for a variety of reasons, often feel excluded. The Camrose Centre provides support for anyone who is sleeping rough, homeless or vulnerably housed within Basingstoke and Deane Borough.

Subject to volunteer availability.

Tomb Chamber Stained Glass Display

Discover the story of Vita Sackville-West’s life at Knole.

Discover the story of Vita Sackville-West’s life at Knole through to her wedding and bittersweet departure in 1913. This story will be brought to life around you with a new multimedia tour guiding you through key moments in Vita’s life.

Explore the Great Hall, where you'll see wedding presents that were gifted to Vita and Harold alongside a marriage album assembled by Vita. A portrait of Vita by Philip de László, usually found in the Long Library at Sissinghurst, will also be on display.

Around the showrooms you’ll find delicately detailed paper sculpture recreations of the dress worn by Vita at her wedding, as well as outfits worn by other members of the wedding party. The mannequins are designed and created by artist Denise Watson, of Delicarta, 'bringing paper to life'.

This is a rare chance to see the original manuscript of ‘Orlando’, which is on show in the Ballroom. Seldom displayed due to its fragile nature, the manuscript has Virginia Woolf’s handwritten notes on.

In the Cartoon Gallery a copy of Chatterton, the first work that Vita Sackville-West published, is displayed.

Continue your journey to the Orangery to see the contemporary art installation by artist Lorna Johnson. The piece consists of 150 hand sewn scented ruffles that symbolise strong female figures who ruffled feathers to move society forward, just like Vita.

This event is included with normal admission to Knole (showrooms, outdoor and tower ticket required) - there is no separate ticket.

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

Call 0344 249 1895 Please pre-book your visit to Knole.

Please go to the Visitor Centre to purchase admission tickets or to have pre-booked tickets redeemed.

The majority of the showrooms are upstairs. There is step-free access to the Great Hall. The Orangery is accessible via the lift in the Bookshop. Please see Access Statement for more details.

This event is included with normal admission to Knole (showrooms, outdoor and tower ticket required) - there is no separate ticket. Normal admission charges to Knole apply. Admission tickets to Knole become available approximately 4 weeks in advance. To use the National Trust car park, pre-book admission per person (not per vehicle) to guarantee entry. National Trust members visit and park free; non-members will need to purchase an admission ticket to Knole.

Knole

Have you got a little one under 5? Then come along for a fun morning at Knole with babyccino coffee mornings and storytime in the bookshop.

Lord Sackville’s private garden at Knole is a beautiful space, featuring sprawling lawns, a walled garden, an untamed wilderness area and a medieval orchard.

Hidden above the showrooms lie Knole's attics. Join a behind the scenes tour to explore these spaces and see a different side to Knole.

Make new friends and chat while your little ones play at Knole Fawns parent and toddler group.

Vita: Discover a story of love and life at Knole

Discover Sizergh’s garden and plant collection with a garden tour.

This is a chance to join one of our knowledgeable gardeners on a tour through the garden at Sizergh. Led by our knowledgeable volunteers, these tours are suitable for all – whether you’re a keen gardener, a regular visitor, a first-timer, or you’d just like to better orientate yourself. They will cover the history and development of Sizergh’s garden through the centuries, current and future projects and seasonal highlights.

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

Please meet at Visitor Reception.

We recommend sturdy footwear and, if needed, waterproof clothing.

Trampers are available to hire. Grass paths have been reinforced with a geotextile to aid access. There are two flights of steps down to the terrace overlooking the Mirror Pond.

Sizergh Reception

Step back in time with Summer of Play at Sizergh.

Discover spectacular ancient trees and a historic mural with a guided walk to Helsington Church. Booking is essential.

Meet some of the key characters in Sizergh’s history, delving into 800 years of history.

Explore the nature of the Sizergh Estate on a NaturesGems tour.

In the Manor, discover how Disraeli masterfully used myths to craft his public persona and navigate the complex worlds of belonging, identity and relationships.

Explore the depictions of classical myths at Hughenden to understand their meaning to Disraeli. Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of his storytelling. As you journey around the Manor ponder the timeless significance of myths in shaping human stories and the enduring legacy of Hughenden Manor as a testament to the power of imagination and invention. Please note the top floor of the exhibition is subject to volunteer availability.

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

The exhibition is on the top floor so unfortunately unsuitable for wheelchair users.

Hughenden

Join us as we explore the power of myths in shaping identities and understanding the world around us. Delve into the rich tapestry of myths, legends, and folklore.

Step into the enchanted woods and embark on a journey of discovery.

Discover what goes on in the apiary and learn about the life of the honey bee. Find out why bees are important in the garden, park and woodland at Hughenden and how you can create your own bee friendly spaces. Dispel myths around beekeeping.

Are you looking to get outdoors, meet new people and improve your health and wellbeing? Join this free friendly 2.7 mile led walk with a short guided tour of the gardens and an overview of the park and chalk stream at Hughenden

Manor Exhibition: 'Who are you and What are you?'

National Trust

We look after the places you love, from houses, buildings and gardens to coast and countryside. Join us and help protect them.

Tuesday health walk

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