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22nd January | 19th February | 19th March | 16th April Thursdays, 10am-12:30pm. New Year, New Hobby! Watercolour painting classes for beginners. Start the year creatively with An Introduction to Watercolour Painting at Barnsdale Gardens, led by artist Dawn Wright. Perfect for complete beginners, this four-day course will help you gain confidence with brushes, colour... Read more »
£160
See Burghley's South Gardens in all their spring glory. Enjoy the magnificent seasonal displays in Burghley's South Gardens as the spring blooms give an injection of colour into the beautiful 28 acre garden. Only open for a handful of weeks each year, don't miss this opportunity to visit the private South Gardens, created by Lancelot... Read more »
£11
Experience history with a twist! Step into the past with a Beastly Boring Tours - the family-friendly experience that’s anything but boring! Led by costumed guides, these lively morning tours are packed with grisly stories, curious customs, and mischievous goings-on from Burghley’s rich history. Perfect for curious kids aged 6 to 11 and their grown-ups, these interactive... Read more »
£18
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10am-12:30pm. Being able to compost all that free material that we generate at home and in the garden is an exciting thought. This course will show you how. Nick Hamilton takes a look at what can and cannot be composted, the requirements of a compost heap, activators, turning a heap and the pros and cons... Read more »
£55
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10am-12.30pm Barnsdale’s Head Gardener, Jon Brocklebank, demonstrates this most feared of gardening tasks in a practical two-hour session. Learn how to tackle each of the various pruning groups and you’ll soon be shearing the shrubs in your own garden with confidence. Price includes tea/coffee on arrival and entry to the Gardens.
£55
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We can confirm the dates of our first festival of 2026! The Grainstore Spring Beer Festival is happening from Thursday 2nd - Monday 6th April This will include the introduction of the Spring Time Real Ale🍺 on the Thursday evening and Fish and Chip Friday🐟 and our Open Mic Night on the Sunday, as well... Read more » |
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Easter at Barnsdale Gardens: 3rd - 6th April, 9am - 5pm. Kids’ Easter hunt every day. Come for a fun-filled family weekend, hunting through the Gardens to collect our elusive Easter egg clues. Collect all the clues and each child will receive a chocolatey Easter treat. Free with admission
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Hop in to Easter Fun at Rockingham Castle! Celebrate the Easter Bank Holiday with family fun at Rockingham Castle and Gardens. Embark on our exciting Easter Trail through the beautiful gardens, collecting clues to complete your activity booklet. An Easter egg prize awaits all who finish the trail! Keep an eye out for Billy the... Read more » |
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Dawn Chorus Wednesday 8th April 2026, 5am - 9:00am Explore the dawn chorus of Burley Wood, the largest Ancient woodland in Leicestershire and Rutland. Join Tim Appleton and the Wild Rutland team for a guided walk in Burley Woods, our safaris are a semi strenous walk with regular pauses including a light breakfast stop. You'll... Read more »
£35
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Wednesday 8th April 2026, 2pm - 5pm An Easter safari within Burley woods, see the spring birds, deer, plants, bugs and trees within this ancient woodland, learn about their interactions and stories whilst exploring this magical season. Suggested for age 8 and older and all children to be accompanied by an adult (adults come free!).... Read more »
£15
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9.30am-12.30pm Start your day with a cooked breakfast on us, then join Nick Hamilton for a very special garden tour to enjoy the highlights of Barnsdale at this inspirational time of year. Discover why and how individual gardens were created and find out which plants and trees are at their prime in springtime and the... Read more »
£45
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10am-4.30pm If your garden is not achieving everything you envisaged and you're unsure what to do, then why not join internationally renowned garden designer David Stevens for this very special workshop. David will take you through all the basics, as well as looking at specific plants, showing how they work best in a garden, planting... Read more »
£100
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Beautiful Scenic Half Marathon around Rutland Water. The event takes place on a stunning route with unrivalled views of the county. Spring is the best time of year to see and enjoy Hambleton peninsula with our route taking you on a scenic route with panoramic Rutland Water views. We welcome walkers and runners to complete... Read more »
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"One of the tiny handful of undeniably perfect jazz musicians" The Observer We're delighted to announce an intimate concert by the Art Themen Trio in the Goldmark Front Room on Sunday 12th April 2026 at 7.30 pm (doors at 7.00 pm). An exciting and inventive saxophonist, Art Themen has been an appealing presence on the British... Read more » |
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Join us for Seasonal Cookery Demonstrations at The Olive Branch – an engaging two-hour session led by head chef Dean Carroll, followed by a delicious three-course lunch. Dean’s passion for "back-to-basics" cooking shines as he shares tips and techniques using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. You’ll enjoy lively, interactive demonstrations during which you can ask questions... Read more »
£80
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Saturday 18th April 2026, 5am - 9am Explore the dawn chorus of Burley Wood, the largest Ancient woodland in Leicestershire and Rutland. Join Tim Appleton and the Wild Rutland team for a guided walk in Burley Woods, our safaris are a semi strenous walk with regular pauses including a light breakfast stop. You'll need a... Read more »
£35
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Saturday 18th April 2026, 4pm - 6:30pm An afternoon walk to see the Ancient & Veteran trees of Burley Wood. A chance to explore the history of some of the oldest trees in Leicestershire and Rutland. Join the Wild Rutland team for a walk through Burley Wood to visit and identify just some of our... Read more »
£25
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Monday 20th April 2026, 7am - 9am A walk to admire the carpets of bluebells in the beautiful Burley Wood. Join the Wild Rutland team for a guided walk in Burley Woods, our safaris are a semi strenous walk with regular pauses including a light breakfast stop. You'll need a reasonable level of fitness and... Read more »
£25
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Monday 20th April 2026, 9:30am - 1pm Spend a relaxed morning discovering Wild Rutland's landscape, learning to observe and sketch directly from nature. Guided by artist Maria Merridan, you'll explore simple drawing techniques that capture light, texture and form outdoors. No prior experience needed — just curiosity and a love of the natural world. Practical... Read more »
£45
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A walk to admire the carpets of bluebells in the beautiful Burley Wood. Join the Wild Rutland team for a guided walk in Burley Woods, our safaris are a semi strenous walk with regular pauses including a light breakfast stop. You'll need a reasonable level of fitness and be able to cope with uneven, wet... Read more »
£25
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Back for another date! An Evening of Mediumship with Gary Peters Spiritual Medium. £25 per ticket (includes meal) For tickets contact the venue or pop in
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A Day Out with Thomas on His Very Own Branch Line Join Thomas for a delightful journey along his countryside branch line to Yarwell, passing through the famous Wansford Tunnel. With plenty to see and do across the railway, it’s the perfect family day out. About the Experience All Thomas Branch Line trains are hauled... Read more » |
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The CiCLE Classic is Britain’s own Belgian classic style race. It has everything – farm tracks, steep inclines, competitive racing and a gruelling drive to the line. First held in 2005 as a national level race within the British Cycling Premier Calendar series at that time, by 2007 the Rutland-Melton CiCLE Classic was added to... Read more »
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10am-5pm Join artist and printmaker Marie-Thérèse King for a creative and eco-friendly Tetra Printing Workshop at Barnsdale Gardens. Discover how to transform everyday waste, from tetra pak cartons to pill boxes, into beautiful, textured printing plates. Under Marie-Thérèse’s expert guidance, you’ll learn how to cut, shape and mark your recycled materials to create unique designs,... Read more »
£120
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Step into the iconic tent and experience The Great British Bake Off Musical — a feel-good, laugh-out-loud celebration of baking, bravery, and finding your place. Bursting with British wit, irresistible charm, and toe-tapping songs, this joyful musical serves up all the warmth and humour fans love, with a theatrical twist that’s utterly delicious. Meet a... Read more » |
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A morning of hands-on tuition (9am-12pm) followed by lunch in the pub. The day starts at 9am with a chat over a coffee and pastries, before being taken through to 'The Barn' and introduced to your ingredients. You will wield the spoon and mixing bowls under expert tuition, working your way through all the different... Read more »
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10am-5pm Splish, splash, stamp, crackle and scrunch your way through a joyful day of creativity! This hands-on Experimental Batik Workshop invites you to explore every playful aspect of the Batik process — from applying hot wax with a variety of tools to layering vibrant dyes and creating beautiful, textured designs. Whether you’re a complete beginner... Read more »
£120
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Join us for a delicious celebration of food and drink at Burghley. Set within the charming Chestnut and Stable Courtyards, the Spring Fine Food Market brings together fantastic local producers and artisan food makers, alongside flavours from further afield. Browse, sample and savour everything from handmade cheeses and rare breed meats to luxury sweet treats... Read more » |
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Sunday 3rd May 2026, 5am - 9am International Dawn Chorus day - Join Tim Appleton to explore the dawn chorus of Burley Wood, the largest Ancient woodland in Leicestershire and Rutland. A guided walk in Burley Woods, our safaris are a semi strenous walk with regular pauses including a light breakfast stop. You'll need a... Read more »
£35
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