| | No article title available | | The park is full of wonderful places for you and the family to enjoy the wonders of nature. The hills are dotted with cairns, standing stones and hill forts as well as a variety of beautiful waterside places to see. Visit the website to download your personal guide to exploring with our audio trails and podcasts.
| | Published on 26 Aug 2019 08:25:19 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Walk amongst dragons and kings! Explore the walks and trails, discover unique habitats and diverse wildlife or simply come and enjoy nearly a 1,000 acres of community woodlands reaching from Northwich town centre to Marbury Country Park. Great day out for all the family.
| | Published on 19 Aug 2019 08:33:08 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Sail underground, through the great waterfall and deep inside the caverns of the Labyrinth. Once inside your hooded boatman will guide you through tunnels and vast caverns whilst you enjoy tales of King Arthur and other ancient Welsh legends. Stories of dragons, giants, battles and more.
| | Published on 12 Aug 2019 08:14:03 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Kielder water and forest is the largest man-made lake in Britain and has the biggest nature resorts. Cycle or walk along the nature trails and see what you can see or visit the virtual sculpture tail, Kielder skyspace or the great observatory. Home to deer's and squirrels.
| | Published on 5 Aug 2019 08:07:33 GMT
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| | No article title available | | The Historic Royal Hunting Forest of Sherwood was the home of Robin Hood and his merry men, the legendary "Spirit of Sherwood" plus discover the ancient landscape patchwork of woodland, heath, farms and settlements and enjoy its beautiful wildlife.
| | Published on 29 Jul 2019 08:54:05 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Discover the forest with our free app as you unwind with a walk town our beautiful forest trails or you may be looking for a forest adventure with our range of bike trails and classic Go Ape experience in the trees. Bring a picnic and stop off for a treat at our ice cream parlour or visit the cafe or pantry.
| | Published on 22 Jul 2019 08:36:51 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Originally a deer hunting forest in Norman times, now a great place for walking and enjoying spectacular views as well as providing a wonderful habitat for birds, butterflies and other invertebrates, small mammals and reptiles. It is also known the world over as the 'home' of Winnie the Pooh.
| | Published on 15 Jul 2019 08:23:01 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Some just come to relax and enjoy the peace and tranquillity away from all the bustle of the mainland, others come to watch the wildlife, paint, take photographs and ring the church bells while those active types come to Lundy to go walking, climbing, driving and canoeing.
| | Published on 8 Jul 2019 08:59:27 GMT
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| | No article title available | | The American Museum in Britain is home to a unique collection, in a breathtaking setting. There is something for everyone to enjoy at the only museum of Americana outside the US with its remarkable collection of folk and decorative arts, the museum shows the diverse nature of American culture.
| | Published on 1 Jul 2019 08:29:20 GMT
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| | No article title available | | We offer great adventures for everyone with guided tours, cavern ghost shows, woodland trails and many children's activities. Walking through our caves you will learn a lot about stalactites and stalagmites, straws, helectites, flowstones, columns, the cave bears den and much more.
| | Published on 24 Jun 2019 08:40:24 GMT
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| | No article title available | Step back in time on board SS Great Britain to the golden age of Victorian invention. The iron ship's story is rich in triumphs, disaster, personal tragedy and joy which you can feel as you tour around the museum. Also take a look at our great picture gallery.
Saturday, 20th July to Sunday, 1st September 2019
This summer to catch breath-taking performances every day from The Invisible Circus.
Witness exhilarating stunts and aerial displays as performers fling themselves from the rigging and passengers juggle luggage, telling the story of life-changing voyages on board the world’s first great ocean liner.
| | Published on 17 Jun 2019 08:07:54 GMT
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| | No article title available | The railway is bought to life with rare archive film footage, stories of ex-railway workers, hands-on exhibits, interactive displays, famous locomotives and GWR memorabilia. The museum has great character figures life-cast from Swindon people, many of them former railway workers.
hatever your age, our friendly team of volunteers will add to the STEAM experience as you tour the Museum.
They will welcome you aboard three famous locomotives:
No. 4073 Caerphilly Castle, No. 3717 City of Truro, and No. 6000 King George V!
You'll even get to find out how the controls worked on the great engines!
| | Published on 10 Jun 2019 08:59:49 GMT
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| | No article title available | Join us for the world's biggest and best live display of historic armour, living history, and much more at the Home of the Tank - The Tank Museum, Bovington.
...bringing the story of tanks, tank crew and soldiers to life...
| | Published on 3 Jun 2019 08:18:38 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Live from Southsea Common in Portsmouth, join us for coverage of the National Commemorative Event taking place to mark the 75th anniversary of D-Day.
FREE with a valid Museum Ticket and hosted in our Warnefords Lunch / Picnic Room. Coverage is expected to be between 10am and 1pm on both the 5th and 6th June.
| | Published on 27 May 2019 10:34:24 GMT
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| | No article title available | This summer sees one of the mysteries of Egypt come alive at the Museum, as hidden golden sphinxes emerge for our special summer trail. Put your code-breaking skills to the test and take on the ‘Sphinx Trail’, beginning on Saturday 14th July and running until 9th September.
Of course the museum’s links with Egypt are well known. In 1801 the 28th (North Gloucestershire) Regiment of Foot was awarded the Back Badge following the Battle of Alexandria. Visit our timeline to find more information about this historic battle.
| | Published on 20 May 2019 08:27:27 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Visit the oldest Cornish tin mill. Restored to working condition, the mill continues to demonstrate to visitors and schools how mined ore is treated to produce the finished tin concentrate. The site is full of history and has a real atmosphere. Most of the site is covered so would suit a rainy day.
| | Published on 13 May 2019 08:36:16 GMT
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| | No article title available | Take this fascinating Land Rover tour and see behind the scenes of the modern day industry. From the mining process and mixing of the grades of clay to the drying and transporting, it’s well worth the trip!
£15 per per person. Booking essential. The trip will leave Wheal Martyn at 1pm.on July, 31st 2019
| | Published on 6 May 2019 08:12:56 GMT
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| | No article title available | | One of the largest preserved mining sites in the country set in 67 acres. Our outstanding museum collections and listed buildings tell the story of Cornwall's industrial mining past. With so much to see: The underground tour, hard rock museum or take a look down victory shaft or go mineral panning.
| | Published on 29 Apr 2019 08:59:48 GMT
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| | No article title available | | An award-winning world heritage site, featuring historic port, copper mine, working Victorian farm, railway, heavy horses and museums of costume and mining. Travel by train along the banks of the River Tamar venturing deep underground in the George and Charlotte copper mine.
| | Published on 22 Apr 2019 08:48:10 GMT
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| | No article title available | We have up to 14 departures each day during the summer giving you ample time and opportunity to enjoy the fabulous West Somerset Railway at its best. With 10 stations to explore on route to Minehead the rover ticket is the best ticket option allowing you unlimited travel on the day of travel.
The Easter Bunny has hopped out a little early and hidden an Easter word between Bishops Lydeard and Watchet can you help Brunel try and find it?
Join West Somerset Railway for some Easter fun from 6th - 22nd April. Brunel needs your help! The Easter Bunny has hidden 5 letters at 5 of our stations. Can you find the letters and work out what the word is? When you have comllected all the letters and you guess the word, show your answer to the staff in Watchet Station building or Bishops Lydeard shop to receive a small prize.
| | Published on 15 Apr 2019 09:07:19 GMT
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| | No article title available | Slow the pace of life with a trip at the East Somerset Railway. Nostalgia comes to mind, with thoughts of 'yester-year', guards with flags and whistles, doors closing, the sight and smell of steam in the air, then we are off into a bygone era watching the rolling Mendip Hills drift slowly by.
19th - 22nd April 2019
If children bring their cuddly toy they travel for FREE!
This offer only applies to ticket sales on the day
(one child free per fare paying adult).
| | Published on 8 Apr 2019 08:59:24 GMT
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