Events diary at Bolton Abbey
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Bluebell Walk
Monday 21 May
Join us for a guided Bluebell walk at Bolton Abbey, led by the Devonshire Arms' head concierge Eddie Styles and special guest Lord Burlington.
Commencing at 10.30am on Monday 21st May 2012 from The Devonshire Arms, the walk will last between three and four hours and will be followed by Afternoon Tea in the Burlington restaurant.
Places on the walk will be charged for and booking in advance is essential. Call The Devonshire Arms reception on 01756 710441. , 10.30am to approximately 2pm.
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Become a professional Bodger!
Wednesday 23rd 10am.
Bolton Abbey’s Bodger can be found in Strid Wood: A skilled craftsman who uses traditional tools to make sustainable woodland products such as chairs and bird tables.
Meet us at the Cavendish Pavilion on Wednesday 23rd May 2012, where the Bodger himself will collect you and lead you to his camp before giving a demonstration about making your own household items using no energy except your own.
Although there is no charge for this demonstration, we kindly ask that a donation be made to the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust
Normal estate admission applies (£6 per vehicle) |
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Duck Race
Sunday 27 May 2012
Spend a Sunday afternoon with the family and take part in a Duck Race. At 11am and 1pm the ducks will be released into the river opposite the Cavendish Pavilion at Bolton Abbey. The top prizes include an overnight stay, but even if your duck doesn’t come first there are many other prizes to be won.
Normal estate admission applies (£6 per vehicle) |
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| June |
The Twits - Open Air Theatre
Thursday 28th June 6pm
Priory Grounds
Tickets £14 / Under 16s £7
Outdoor theatre group, Illyria, present this wonderful family show based on the Roald Dahl classic.
Please dress for the Dales weather.
To book and for more information please see www.grassington-festival.org.uk or ring the Box Office on 01756 752691
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| July |
MESSY MONDAYS
23rd & 30th July
Join in the fun art and craft activities. |
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WILD WEDNESDAYS
25th July
Enjoy the wildlife activities. |
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FUNDAY FRIDAYS
27th July
Make a kite, have a go on the bouncy castle
and play with the free outdoor games.
More Information |
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| August |
MESSY MONDAYS
6th, 13th & 20th
Join in the fun art and craft activities. |
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WILD WEDNESDAYS
1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th
Enjoy the wildlife activities. |
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FUNDAY FRIDAYS
3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st
Make a kite, have a go on the bouncy castle
and play with the free outdoor games.
More Information |
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Walk 10K for Marie Curie Cancer Care
Saturday !8th
Register online at
www.mariecurie.org.uk
More Information |
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The Priory Fete
Monday 27th
Traditional family fun, activities and stalls. |
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| September |
World's Biggest Coffee Morning
Date TBC
With support from local businesses there will be a fantastic raffle and tombola, cakes and stalls, so come and enjoy a morning with family and friends... every cup counts!
More Information
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| October |
Pumpkin Trail
Saturday 27th to Sunday 4th November
A spooktacular week of fun, seek out the
pumpkins and witches in Strid Wood.
Free event, normal admission applies.
More Information |
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| December |
Meet Father Christmas in Strid Wood
1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23
£5.00 per child. Booking essential: 01756 718009 |
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12 Days of Christmas Trail
26th December to 5th January 2013
The 12 days of Christmas Trail returns to Stird Wood between 26th December 2012 and 5th January 2013 (10am to 4pm).
More information |
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Usual estate admission applies to all events.
