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Archives for Wrest Park

Wrest Park - English Heritage - Photo Jim Holden

Bookish in Bedfordshire as Wrest Park hosts a literary season

Throughout March 2013, enjoy a range of literary lectures at Wrest Park in Bedfordshire beginning with the Real Life Downton Abbey on 3rd March…

Wrest Park in Bedfordshire - English Heritage

Christmas Wreath making at Wrest Park

Get into the festive spirit with wreath making at Wrest Park in Bedfordshire on the 29th November 2012…

Wrest Park in Bedfordshire - English Heritage

Georgian Picnic Party at Wrest Park

Head to Wrest Park’s Georgian Picnic Party this Jubilee weekend and celebrate with a whole host of costumed characters…

St George’s Day events, photo courtesy of English Heritage

Join the jousting knights at Wrest Park

This St George’s Day step back in time and learn about England’s incredible history at Wrest Park in Bedfordshire…

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Wrest Park Easter egg trail

Take the kids to explore Wrest Park in Bedfordshire over Easter and see if you can pick up a yummy prize…

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Half term fun at Wrest Park

Head to Wrest Park in Bedfordshire this February half term for a family fun trail…

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Meet the author at Wrest Park

Have you ever thought about being an historical writer? Then head along to Wrest Park, Bedfordshire on 17th January 2012…

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Festive family fun trail

Get into the festive spirit with a fun trail for the kids this December at Wrest Park in Bedfordshire…

Christmas Craft & Design Show at Wrest Park

Christmas Craft & Design Show at Wrest Park on 27th and 28th November…

St George's Day festival fun

When: 24th & 25th April 2010 Where: Wrest Park, Bedfordshire £: 14 adults, 11.90 concessions, 7 children, 35 family ticket. English Heritage members: 7 adults, 6 concessions, 3.50 children, 17.50 family ticket. Pre-booking is recommended by phoning 0870 333 1183. What is it? Head for the biggest St George’s Day extravaganza in the country complete […]

Wrestle your way to Wrest Park

When: 28th & 29th November 2009 Where: Wrest Park, Bedfordshire £: 5.20 for adults & 2.60 for children What is it? The state rooms of Wrest Park play host to a Christmas Craft & Design Show.  Pick up a special gift for your loved ones or simply treat yourself! More info: Christmas Craft & Design […]

Curiosity of the Week

Woodhenge, Stonehenge’s lesser-known neighbour
Woodhenge - ©English Heritage, Historic England Photo Library

You have heard of Stonehenge in Wiltshire, but have you heard of its lesser known neighbour, Woodhenge? Find out more in our latest Curiosity of the Week…

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Fakes, forgeries and misinformation at Royal Society Late
Dragon Fish - The Royal Society Lates in March

Next month, the Royal Society’s Late event mixes tomfoolery with science as it tackles fake news and hoaxes…

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