Bluebells, daffodils and bright green new growth - a great time to follow one of our many nature trails or wander around the Priory.
Welcome to our 2011 Spring Newsletter.
The team at Bolton Abbey have been busy getting ready for the start of the season by downing tools and donning fluorescent jackets for our annual mass litter pick.
Led by the Duke of Devonshire, the team walked over 18½ miles of roadside verges, amassing a total of 200 bags of general waste, which represents a mere 0.75% of the litter collected on the Estate in 2010.
What's On. . . .
Easter Egg Hunt
If you go down to Strid Wood on 22nd, 23rd, 24th or 25th April between 10am & 4pm you're sure of a big surprise!
The Easter Bunny has laid a trail of eggs for our younger visitors to find in Strid Wood. After finishing the trail meet the Easter Bunny back outside the Cavendish Pavilion and receive free chocolate eggs
Free Activity. The Estates usual admission fee applies.
Messy Mondays,
Wild Wednesdays,
Funday Fridays
During the Easter and Summer Holidays, come rain or shine, enjoy our fun events for children.
Experience Messy Mondays and Wild Wednesdays and join in the art and craft and outdoor explorer activities all completely free!
Or come along to Funday Fridays and let the children have great fun playing with large outdoor games for free. Why not make your own kite and afterwards have a bounce on the Bouncy Castle? (Small fee apllies)
Dawn Chorus
Sunday 1st May
Join the expert at 6.30am for a guided 3 mile walk through Strid Wood to listen to the early bird song. The walk will finish back at the Cavendish Pavilion with a breakfast sandwich and cup of tea or coffee.
£12 per person. £10 per person for season ticket holders. Prices include admission fee to the Estate.
Booking essential.
To book contact: 01756 718009
Medieval Re-enactment
11th & 12th June
10am-4pm
The Knights will be setting up camp by the riverside opposite the Cavendish Pavilion for a weekend of entertainment.
Experience the falconry and cookery displays and discover what medieval life was really like. Don’t miss the fantastic battle of the Knights!
For a full list of events visit www.boltonabbey.com/events
New for 2011
Our new Bolton Abbey Mini Guide with five circular walks to enjoy through the four seasons of the year.
This will be available in the Village and Cavendish Shops for only £1.50.