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English Heritage Events
Upcoming events at English Heritage properties
About English Heritage
Fashion From the Past: Costume Presentations
Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens - Northumberland
Dates: Sat 26 - Sun 27 May - 2012
Times: 11am-5pm
Description: A weekend of fashion from the past, taking a look at fashion with rations from the 1940??s contrasting with displays of Regency dress for dandies and ladies. Plus sumptuous Tudor costume on static display.
Booking: Not Necessary
How to Book:
Non-Members: Adults - £7.7 - Children: £4.6
Members Free?: Yes
The Medieval Year: Spring and Summer
Rievaulx Abbey - North Yorkshire
Dates: Sat 26 - Sun 27 May - 2012
Times: 11am-5pm
Description: Meet the medieval townsfolk of the York City Levy as they show us some of tasks, customs and celebrations of the medieval year. Looking back to Spring and forward to Summer, these costumed performers present life in the 15th Century with a day of presentations and living history.
Booking: Not Necessary
How to Book:
Non-Members: Adults - £6.5 - Children: £4.5
Members Free?: Yes
A Grand Medieval Joust
Bolsover Castle - Derbyshire
Dates: Sat 26 & Sun 27 May - 2012
Times: 11am - 4pm
Description: Experience the pageantry of a medieval joust and enjoy the thrills and spills as you cheer on your favourite knight. There's plenty of laughter with entertainment from our jester, plus medieval games to play and a knights training school for children. This full day out gives an great insight into life at the palace during the medieval period with music, dance, falconry displays and much, much more.
Booking: Not Necessary
How to Book:
Non-Members: Adults - £10.5 - Children: £6.3
Members Free?: Yes
Notes: Early Bird prices £9.50 / £8.55 / £6.65 / £25.65
Bringing Audley End to Life!
Audley End House and Gardens - Essex
Dates: Sat 26 & Sun 27 May - 2012
Times: 11am - 4pm
Description: Come and see the Service Wing and Stables brought to life by costumed characters celebrating the Merry Month of May. See how the estate springs to life at this time of year and learn some seasonal recipes from Mrs Crocombe in the kitchens.
Booking: Not Necessary
How to Book:
Non-Members: Adults - £13 - Children: £7.8
Members Free?: Yes
Helmsley Archaeology Store Tour
Helmsley Castle - North Yorkshire
Dates: Tue 29 May - 2012
Times: Tours at 11am & 2pm
Description: Free guided tour lead by English Heritage Collections Curators. View the archaeology collection from English Heritage properties and find out the amazing stories behind it.
Booking: Essential
How to Book:
Non-Members: Adults - £Free - Children: £Free
Members Free?: Yes
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Featured English Heritage property:
 Wrest Park -
Silsoe,
Bedfordshire,
England
The restored gardens surrounding the mansion house at Wrest Park create a formal landscape in the style of Versaille. They were created created in the early 18th century as a counterpoint to the 'chateau' of Wrest Park House. There is magnificent statuary, an orangery, and carefully planted parterres, with wooded walks and canals. ... more
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