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Home > Heritage > May Day at Audley End House and Gardens

May Day at Audley End House and Gardens

By Caroline King - April 29, 2011Posted in : Heritage

When: 30th April – 2nd May 2011 (Bank Holiday), 11am – 5pm

Where: Audley End House and Gardens, Essex

£: Adults 14, concessions 12.60, children 8.40 and family ticket 36.40. English Heritage members free (ticket price includes entry to the house, service wing, stables and grounds).

What is it?

Roll up, roll up and see May Day fun as it used to be!  Enjoy Victorian side shows and a flea circus. Marvel at the traditional Victorian gymkhana, including a special guest appearance from Prince Malik’s royal tent pegging team.  While away the afternoon at the bandstand or watch as the little ones learn circus skills or take part in a play.  All this, coupled with the spectacular house and grounds at Audley End, is sure to make this a day out to remember.

More info: English Heritage

Tagged With: Audley End House and Gardens, East, English Heritage, May Day events

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