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Events in May 2024
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Chirk Castle estate guided walk11:00 - 12:30
Chirk CastleLearn more about the 480-acre Chirk Castle estate by joining our ranger volunteer for a guided walk. The walks take place on 10 April, 24 April, 8 May and 22 May at 11am. They will cover some interesting areas of natural history and will last approximately 1.5 hours each. Booking is essential. Please wear suitable… -
Desire Paths10:00 - 16:00
Tom Scotcher new paintings on canvas with Twenty Twenty Gallery exhibiting at Black Bough in Ludlow. Also exhibiting 'Spring Sculpture' with Sharon Griffin MRSS and Victoria Atkinson MRSS. -
Desire Paths10:00 - 16:00Tom Scotcher new paintings on canvas with Twenty Twenty Gallery exhibiting at Black Bough in Ludlow. Also exhibiting 'Spring Sculpture' with Sharon Griffin MRSS and Victoria Atkinson MRSS.Ludlow Spring Festival15:00 - 16:00
With Ludlow Spring Festival returning to Ludlow Castle on 10th, 11th and 12th May 2024, visitors can expect a bumper weekend combining SIBA’s Regional Beer Competition and the Marches Transport Festival – and so much more. The Festival offers something for everyone - with specially selected food and drink producers from the Marches, as well… -
Desire Paths10:00 - 16:00Tom Scotcher new paintings on canvas with Twenty Twenty Gallery exhibiting at Black Bough in Ludlow. Also exhibiting 'Spring Sculpture' with Sharon Griffin MRSS and Victoria Atkinson MRSS.Ludlow Spring Festival15:00 - 16:00With Ludlow Spring Festival returning to Ludlow Castle on 10th, 11th and 12th May 2024, visitors can expect a bumper weekend combining SIBA’s Regional Beer Competition and the Marches Transport Festival – and so much more. The Festival offers something for everyone - with specially selected food and drink producers from the Marches, as well…Paw Patrol VisitsAll Day - 01:00
Welshpool & Llanfair Light RailwaySteam train rides and the chance to meet Chase at intervals and hear tales of daring rescues around Adventure Bay! Ticket Information Coming Soon.Whittington Castle - Napoleonic Living History10:00 - 16:00
The forces of Napoleon are on the run with the British army in hot pursuit. The French have taken a fortified position and stand ready to face the oncoming storm. Who will win in this explosive battle? Come and find out. Free admission, regular parking charges apply.Photography Group at Powis Castle and Garden11:00 - 13:00
Powis CastleWelshpool,Whether you're new to the world of photography or you're quite the savvy photographer, everyone's welcome to join this fun and relaxed group. Meeting at the Coach House, Neil will guide the group for approximately one hour around the garden and perimeter of the castle, whilst you suss out spots to put your skills to…Pond Dipping Day11:00 - 15:00
Fun for all the family. Join us as we explore an underwater world for our Pond Dipping Day. Discover the minibeasts that live in our ponds from our designated pond dipping platform. £3 per dipper - drop in between 11am and 3pm. *Please head to the front desk at the Centre on the day to… -
Ludlow Spring Festival15:00 - 16:00With Ludlow Spring Festival returning to Ludlow Castle on 10th, 11th and 12th May 2024, visitors can expect a bumper weekend combining SIBA’s Regional Beer Competition and the Marches Transport Festival – and so much more. The Festival offers something for everyone - with specially selected food and drink producers from the Marches, as well…Paw Patrol VisitsAll Day - 01:00Welshpool & Llanfair Light RailwaySteam train rides and the chance to meet Chase at intervals and hear tales of daring rescues around Adventure Bay! Ticket Information Coming Soon.Whittington Castle - Napoleonic Living History10:00 - 16:00The forces of Napoleon are on the run with the British army in hot pursuit. The French have taken a fortified position and stand ready to face the oncoming storm. Who will win in this explosive battle? Come and find out. Free admission, regular parking charges apply.Mindfulness Walks at Powis Castle and Garden09:30 - 11:00Powis CastleWelshpool,This gentle and relaxing mindfulness taster session will help you experience the gardens in an entirely unique way, as well as learn to be ‘in the moment’ and switch off from the stresses of daily life. Mindfulness meditation has been scientifically proven to relieve stress and anxiety, improve concentration and lead to a happier and…
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Plant Based Cookery – Spanish Tapas09:30 - 13:00
Join course leader, Chrissy, as you learn some new and exciting ways to eat meat alternatives with these three plant-based and vegetarian cookery sessions. Make a range of vegetarian and vegan tapas dishes, including: Roasted Sweet potato and onions with Romesco sauce; vegetarian empanadas; tomato tostada; vegan mayo. £37.50 per person, booking essential. This course…Wildlife Walk10:00 - 12:30
Join Ian Cheeseborough for a walk around 30 acres of meadow, woodland and ponds lying alongside the River Onny, to enjoy the wealth of wildlife present. £6 per person. Booking essential, book online www.shropshirehillsdiscoverycentre.co.uk -
Broadward Hall and Stokesay Court Invitation to View14:30 - 19:00Enjoy an afternoon visit to the magnificent gardens at Broadward Hall, with tea. Later visitors will make the short drive to Stokesay Court, where the evening house tour will begin at 5.15 pm, followed by drinks and canapés on the terrace.
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Dirty Dancing: Outdoor cinema at Chirk Castle20:00 - 23:30Chirk CastleGet your friends, family and loved ones together for a night to remember with Adventure Cinema with a screening of much loved classic Dirty Dancing at Chirk Castle. Plus music to enjoy before the film. Picnics and drinks welcome - No glassware. Food and drinks will be available to purchase including soft, hot and alcoholic…
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Chirk Castle estate guided walk11:00 - 12:30Chirk CastleLearn more about the 480-acre Chirk Castle estate by joining our ranger volunteer for a guided walk. The walks take place on 10 April, 24 April, 8 May and 22 May at 11am. They will cover some interesting areas of natural history and will last approximately 1.5 hours each. Booking is essential. Please wear suitable…
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Foraging Courses with Wild Food UK12:00 - 15:30
Uncover the incredible variety of edible treasures hiding in the great outdoors. From wild mushrooms to flavourful flora, our courses teach you to identify and harvest nature's bounty responsibly. Whether you're just starting your foraging journey or you wish to gain more confidence when identifying spring time delicacies, our experienced foraging instructors will guide you… -
Damselfly Identification Course10:00 - 14:00
A half day spent looking at the damselflies found around the centre grounds. The day will start with a presentation on how to identify the various species present, followed by a walk around the meadows to observe these smaller relatives of the dragonflies. £16.00 Booking essential, book online.May half term at Chirk Castle10:00 - 16:30Chirk CastleLearn more about the incredible world of butterflies and bees this May half term (25 May to June 2) Pick up a self-led spotter sheet from the ticket office and see what types of butterflies and bees you can identify in the beautiful 5.5 acre garden. Can you buzz like a bee or flutter like…May half term at Erddig11:00 - 15:00
Erddig HallWrexham,From Saturday 25 May until Sunday 2 June, children will be able to collect a flower spotting sheet from the ticket office to complete while exploring the Grade -I garden, passing the beautiful, colourful borders and bedding displays. On 28 and 30 May only, from 11am - 3pm, have a go at rock art painting,… -
May half term at Chirk Castle10:00 - 16:30Chirk CastleLearn more about the incredible world of butterflies and bees this May half term (25 May to June 2) Pick up a self-led spotter sheet from the ticket office and see what types of butterflies and bees you can identify in the beautiful 5.5 acre garden. Can you buzz like a bee or flutter like…May half term at Erddig11:00 - 15:00Erddig HallWrexham,From Saturday 25 May until Sunday 2 June, children will be able to collect a flower spotting sheet from the ticket office to complete while exploring the Grade -I garden, passing the beautiful, colourful borders and bedding displays. On 28 and 30 May only, from 11am - 3pm, have a go at rock art painting,…
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May half term at Chirk Castle10:00 - 16:30Chirk CastleLearn more about the incredible world of butterflies and bees this May half term (25 May to June 2) Pick up a self-led spotter sheet from the ticket office and see what types of butterflies and bees you can identify in the beautiful 5.5 acre garden. Can you buzz like a bee or flutter like…May half term at Erddig11:00 - 15:00Erddig HallWrexham,From Saturday 25 May until Sunday 2 June, children will be able to collect a flower spotting sheet from the ticket office to complete while exploring the Grade -I garden, passing the beautiful, colourful borders and bedding displays. On 28 and 30 May only, from 11am - 3pm, have a go at rock art painting,…May Half Term Activity - Seeing is Believing13:00 - 14:30
Join us for our family activity every weekday of May Half Term. Create your own basic kaleidoscope to make patterns and learn their history. Play with optical illusions. Compare the eyes of different animals over time and solve the mystery of each animal eye stages. £4.50 per accompanied child. Recommended age 4 - 11 years… -
May half term at Chirk Castle10:00 - 16:30Chirk CastleLearn more about the incredible world of butterflies and bees this May half term (25 May to June 2) Pick up a self-led spotter sheet from the ticket office and see what types of butterflies and bees you can identify in the beautiful 5.5 acre garden. Can you buzz like a bee or flutter like…May half term at Erddig11:00 - 15:00Erddig HallWrexham,From Saturday 25 May until Sunday 2 June, children will be able to collect a flower spotting sheet from the ticket office to complete while exploring the Grade -I garden, passing the beautiful, colourful borders and bedding displays. On 28 and 30 May only, from 11am - 3pm, have a go at rock art painting,…May Half Term Activity - Seeing is Believing13:00 - 14:30Join us for our family activity every weekday of May Half Term. Create your own basic kaleidoscope to make patterns and learn their history. Play with optical illusions. Compare the eyes of different animals over time and solve the mystery of each animal eye stages. £4.50 per accompanied child. Recommended age 4 - 11 years…Butterfly craft at Chirk Castle11:00 - 11:30Chirk CastleJoin the rangers in the Mindful Meadow at Chirk Castle this May half term to learn more about butterflies on the estate. Take a closer look and then learn how to hapa zome to create a piece of butterfly art on cloth using flowers and leaves as natural printing materials. This activity is limited to…Butterfly craft at Chirk Castle14:00 - 14:30Chirk CastleJoin the rangers in the Mindful Meadow at Chirk Castle this May half term to learn more about butterflies on the estate. Take a closer look and then learn how to hapa zome to create a piece of butterfly art on cloth using flowers and leaves as natural printing materials. This activity is limited to…
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May half term at Chirk Castle10:00 - 16:30Chirk CastleLearn more about the incredible world of butterflies and bees this May half term (25 May to June 2) Pick up a self-led spotter sheet from the ticket office and see what types of butterflies and bees you can identify in the beautiful 5.5 acre garden. Can you buzz like a bee or flutter like…May half term at Erddig11:00 - 15:00Erddig HallWrexham,From Saturday 25 May until Sunday 2 June, children will be able to collect a flower spotting sheet from the ticket office to complete while exploring the Grade -I garden, passing the beautiful, colourful borders and bedding displays. On 28 and 30 May only, from 11am - 3pm, have a go at rock art painting,…May Half Term Activity - Seeing is Believing13:00 - 14:30Join us for our family activity every weekday of May Half Term. Create your own basic kaleidoscope to make patterns and learn their history. Play with optical illusions. Compare the eyes of different animals over time and solve the mystery of each animal eye stages. £4.50 per accompanied child. Recommended age 4 - 11 years…Butterfly craft at Chirk Castle11:00 - 11:30Chirk CastleJoin the rangers in the Mindful Meadow at Chirk Castle this May half term to learn more about butterflies on the estate. Take a closer look and then learn how to hapa zome to create a piece of butterfly art on cloth using flowers and leaves as natural printing materials. This activity is limited to…Butterfly craft at Chirk Castle14:00 - 14:30Chirk CastleJoin the rangers in the Mindful Meadow at Chirk Castle this May half term to learn more about butterflies on the estate. Take a closer look and then learn how to hapa zome to create a piece of butterfly art on cloth using flowers and leaves as natural printing materials. This activity is limited to…Matilda The Musical - Flicks in the Sticks16:00 - 19:00
Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical is an inspirational musical tale of an extraordinary girl who discovers her superpower and summons the remarkable courage to help others change their stories, and takes charge of her own destiny. Matilda Wormwood is a little girl with big curiosity, a sharp mind and a vivid imagination — and the… -
May half term at Chirk Castle10:00 - 16:30Chirk CastleLearn more about the incredible world of butterflies and bees this May half term (25 May to June 2) Pick up a self-led spotter sheet from the ticket office and see what types of butterflies and bees you can identify in the beautiful 5.5 acre garden. Can you buzz like a bee or flutter like…May half term at Erddig11:00 - 15:00Erddig HallWrexham,From Saturday 25 May until Sunday 2 June, children will be able to collect a flower spotting sheet from the ticket office to complete while exploring the Grade -I garden, passing the beautiful, colourful borders and bedding displays. On 28 and 30 May only, from 11am - 3pm, have a go at rock art painting,…May Half Term Activity - Seeing is Believing13:00 - 14:30Join us for our family activity every weekday of May Half Term. Create your own basic kaleidoscope to make patterns and learn their history. Play with optical illusions. Compare the eyes of different animals over time and solve the mystery of each animal eye stages. £4.50 per accompanied child. Recommended age 4 - 11 years…
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May half term at Chirk Castle10:00 - 16:30Chirk CastleLearn more about the incredible world of butterflies and bees this May half term (25 May to June 2) Pick up a self-led spotter sheet from the ticket office and see what types of butterflies and bees you can identify in the beautiful 5.5 acre garden. Can you buzz like a bee or flutter like…May half term at Erddig11:00 - 15:00Erddig HallWrexham,From Saturday 25 May until Sunday 2 June, children will be able to collect a flower spotting sheet from the ticket office to complete while exploring the Grade -I garden, passing the beautiful, colourful borders and bedding displays. On 28 and 30 May only, from 11am - 3pm, have a go at rock art painting,…May Half Term Activity - Seeing is Believing13:00 - 14:30Join us for our family activity every weekday of May Half Term. Create your own basic kaleidoscope to make patterns and learn their history. Play with optical illusions. Compare the eyes of different animals over time and solve the mystery of each animal eye stages. £4.50 per accompanied child. Recommended age 4 - 11 years…Stokesay Court Guided House Tour14:30 - 17:00
Guided tour of the house followed by tea with home baking and a chance to explore the grounds at leisure.