Events diary at Bolton Abbey

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.

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)

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)