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Home > Archives for Whittington Castle

Archives for Whittington Castle

The House of the Blackstar

When: 21st March 2010 Where: Whittington Castle, Castle Street, Whittington, SY11 4D £: Free What is it? Welcome to all Lords & Ladies, Free Men & Surfs!   The House of the Blackstar are a medieval re-enactment society covering the historical period of 1240 to 1350.  They aim to provide accurate combat displays as well as […]

Be a ghostbuster for the night

When: 13th March 2010, 7.30pm until 4.15am Where: Whittington Castle, Castle Street, Whittington, SY11 4DF £: Phone for prices (01691 662 397) What is it? An overnight investigation of Whittington Castle. The Ghost Nights Events team have recently been filmed by the BBC investigating the ghosts of Tissington Hall in Derbyshire.  Are you brave enough? […]

Shoot down to Whittington Castle

When: 7th March 2010 Where: Whittington Castle, Castle Street, Whittington, SY11 4DF £: Free (1 for car park) What is it? Whittington Castle is hosting an Archery Day for all the family.   King Edwards’ Re-enactment group will be giving Archery demonstrations. More info: Whittington Castle

Curiosity of the Week

The world’s biggest paving slab
Worlds biggest paving slab in Colne (Photo: Robert Wade Wadey)

Are you, enjoying listening to English Teacher’s latest song, The World’s Biggest Paving Slab? It’s pretty catchy isn’t it? But have you wondered about the subject of the lyrics? Join us to find out more in our Curiosity of the Week…

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Welcome the Wolf at this year’s Winter Droving
Winter Droving 2023 Ullswater and Penrith in Cumbria

The wonderful Winter Droving events return to Ullswater and Penrith, bringing magic, mayhem and music to the area, along with lots of light…

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