| | No article title available | Whether it is to bring back memories or show children the magic of trains from a bygone era, come and let us help re-create that wonderful of atmosphere of a country railway. And don't forget to have a chat with the driver, guard or any of our volunteers, for you can be sure of a cheery reply!
Join us this Easter Weekend (19th - 22nd april) for a weekend of Steam and Heritage Diesel Railcar journeys through the scenic forest.
Every child travelling with us who wears an easter bonnet gets a free bag of Cadbury’s Mini Eggs (80g)!
| | Published on 1 Apr 2019 08:53:01 GMT
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| | No article title available | The Visitor Centre offers a warm welcome and insight into the willow growing and basket making industry, past and present. You will find a vast selection of basketware to buy, handcrafted on site by skilled craftsmen using home grown willow from the Somerset levels.
Our opening hours for Easter 2019 are:
Good Friday - 9.30am - 5.00pm
Easter Saturday - 9.30am - 5.00pm
Easter Sunday - CLOSED
Easter Monday - 9.30am - 5.00pm
| | Published on 25 Mar 2019 08:34:36 GMT
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| | No article title available | Seaton Tramway are offering a fantastic day out for everyone this Mothers’s Day as mum travels FREE with an accompanying paying child on our standard service - all day long!
Discover east Devon's beautiful Axe Valley by tram, it's electrical. As well as being a passenger on our trams you can take driving lessons too. Travelling alongside the River Axe estuary through two nature reserves and giving an unrivalled view of the abundant wading bird life.
| | Published on 18 Mar 2019 08:40:12 GMT
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| | No article title available | Family fun in the Exe valley come rain or shine. Take the train through our nature area alongside the River Exe as much as you like, drive your own train if your under 10, take the 1/2 mile long miniature line, go and see our Victorian station and look at our premier model railway!
Easter Egg Hunt - April 19th, 20th, 21st & 22nd
Meet Betsy Bunny and help to find the hidden Easter Eggs!
| | Published on 18 Mar 2019 10:06:50 GMT
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| | No article title available | We are the home to the national fairground collection. There are superb displays of fairground art and memorabilia and a large array of vintage rides, stalls and shows. Our vintage fairground rides operate at special events and at some other times to.
Re-open Saturday, 23rd March 2019
Book online at least one day in advance and take advantage of some really great savings off ticket prices and ride tokens.
| | Published on 11 Mar 2019 09:38:37 GMT
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| | No article title available | Enjoy our museums of glass, games, marbles and Bovey pottery. Watch glass blowing when work is in progress as it shapes items including paperweights, wine glasses, scent bottles and of course the huge Victorian replica marbles. See our spectacular marble runs.
Brass Rubbing Trail
The trail is permanent and available to do throughout the year. For just £1, you get a booklet, crayons and a minimum of 30 minutes of entertainment as you explore the site to find all the locations.
| | Published on 4 Mar 2019 11:04:00 GMT
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| | No article title available | | We pride ourselves in not only providing the best choice of venues nationwide, but the very best experience possible in a wide range of supercars, where you can take along a passenger or even junior can have a drive. For an unforgettable fantastic treat and unique driving experiences choose from a total of 14 racing tracks nationwide.
| | Published on 25 Feb 2019 10:42:03 GMT
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| | No article title available | Built 200 years ago by Thomas Fox to spin woollen and later worsted yarns, shows a rare example of Georgian architecture. See the impressive array of power sources including the 1821 water wheel, 1910 Pollit and Wigzell steam engine, picnic areas, restaurant and gift shop.
February Half Term - Saturday 16th - Sunday 24th February
Mill in Steam - February 24 @ 10:30 am - 4:00 pm
| | Published on 18 Feb 2019 10:01:16 GMT
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| | No article title available | Throughout February, the 30 acres of award-winning gardens are carpeted in a spectacular display of snowdrops, heralding the start of Spring. It’s the perfect time of year to explore the topiary lined views and vistas and enjoy the garden starting to wake up from its Winter hibernation.
For futher details please visit our website
| | Published on 11 Feb 2019 09:51:38 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Surrounded by beautiful gardens and orchards is one of Britain's most ancient wells and best known and most loved holy wells in Britain. It is a living sanctuary in which the visitor can experience the quiet healing of this sacred place the chalybeate waters, which flow ceaselessly at a steady rate.
| | Published on 4 Feb 2019 09:47:44 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Masterpiece of Elizabethan Renaissance architecture and design. With its towering walls of glass, glow of ham stone, and its surrounding gardens it is a place of beauty and wonder. Beautiful gardens surround Montacute, with scent in summer and providing an atmospheric backdrop for a winter walk.
| | Published on 28 Jan 2019 08:25:25 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Step inside this intimate limestone medieval manor house and discover the history of it and the two families who lived here. Take a stroll around the arts and crafts-style garden with colourful borders, neatly trimmed hedges and manicured lawns. During your visit take a break in our tea room and barn shop for gifts.
| | Published on 21 Jan 2019 08:11:45 GMT
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| | No article title available | Recognised as the Home of English Gardening this grade 1 listed garden was created by the visionary Margery Fish in the 1940's. Packed with very rare and unusual plants, visitors can wander along the crooked stone paths through a profusion of colour, scent and cottage garden style.
We open again on 1st February 2019 for the East Lambrook Manor Gardens Festival of Snowdrops.
| | Published on 14 Jan 2019 11:16:07 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Built by Sir Walter Raleigh in 1594 this historic house reflects a glorious variety of decorative styles from over 400 years of English History. Visit the Castle's rich interiors with its splendid collections of art, furniture and porcelain and the landscape garden redesigned by 'Capability' Brown in 1753.
| | Published on 7 Jan 2019 10:00:35 GMT
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| | No article title available | Looking to advertise your attraction in 2019?
10% Discount on all new Standard advertisements (Option 1 & 3).
20% Discount on all new Impact box advertisements (Option 4).
30% Discount on all new Banner advertisements (Option 5).
This advertising offer is available until the end of January only.
Please quote "New Year Promotion" when calling.
Call 0345 226 7373 (local rate) for more details or fill out our enquiry form.
| | Published on 2 Jan 2019 16:22:31 GMT
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| | No article title available | We are giving eighteen months advertising for the price of twelve months.
Get six whole months of advertising completely free of charge with every new advertising option purchased and taken out duringDecember.
Don't miss out, call 0345 226 7373 (local rate) for more details or fill out our enquiry form
This advertising offer is available until the 21st December only.
Please quote "18 for 12 Christmas Promotion" when calling.
| | Published on 4 Dec 2018 10:40:53 GMT
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| | No article title available | Come and have a go at skating on the undercover skate rink at Hestercombe this Christmas (it’s artificial so you won’t get too chilly!)
Housed in a magical winter marquee, you can skate whatever the weather and enjoy some festive refreshments rink side too.
Christmas Skating at Hestercombe is popular, so booking a time slot is a good idea as spaces fill up quickly on busy days.
Visit our website for opening times and prices.
| | Published on 3 Dec 2018 08:58:44 GMT
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| | No article title available | | Said to be the finest example of a small medieval manor in England, Cothay dates back to the 14th century and has been lovingly restored. Twelve acres of magical gardens surround the manor with many garden rooms, each a garden in itself, are set off a 200 yard yew walk.
| | Published on 19 Nov 2018 10:19:49 GMT
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| | No article title available | | We exist to make sure the best of the past is kept to enrich our lives today and for future generations. We have over 400 sites nationwide ranging from small town gardens and public parks to great country estates and historical monuments. Become a member and come and visit our stunning gardens and buildings.
| | Published on 12 Nov 2018 09:52:37 GMT
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| | No article title available | | One of the finest manor houses in England and dates from the 15th century. A gallery in the west wing exhibits work by the Russian artist Marevna. The gardens contain the topiary pyramids, fountains, the river piddle and collections of tulips and roses.
| | Published on 5 Nov 2018 10:33:45 GMT
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| | No article title available | | We offer a fantastic day out for all the family with 100 acres of beautiful parkland offering a lake, arboretum, pinetum and cascade. Perfect for walks and exploring or visit the house which hosts a wealth of unique items from Queen Victoria’s wedding chair to Napoleon’s death mask and an extensive art collection.
| | Published on 29 Oct 2018 08:50:41 GMT
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