Events at Hestercombe
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Apr, 2017
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Completing the picture: an exhibition
As we celebrate our 20th anniversary year we’ve selected 20 amazing images to highlight key moments in Hestercombe’s life. Take a trip through our archives and find out more about Hestercombe’s history and transformational restoration. Location: Portman Room – ground floor of Hestercombe House Included in normal admission or free for Hestercombe members Open every day 11am – 5pm
The Dynamics of Drifting by Tim Knowles
This is the first solo exhibition of artist Tim Knowles’s work since 2014 and is the most extensive presentation of his work to date. ‘Dynamics of Drifting’ presents a series of work that forge and record passages through land and water. Light, ink, water and wind all travel and pivot on the meeting of human will and forces beyond our control: the direction and force of the wind, the flow of the water and the pull of gravity. Tim Knowles…
Model boats on the Mill Pond
Tone Valley Model Boat Club will be sailing their beautiful boats on the Mill Pond and they’ll be bringing some small radio-controlled boats for you to have a go with too. No need to book – just come on down to the Mill Pond when you arrive at Hestercombe. 50p per child. Normal admission applies. 10am – 4pm
Folksy Theatre presents ‘The Princess and the Pig’
Folksy’s outdoor performance of this wonderful story should not be missed. With puppetry, characters, singing and lots of fun, pack up your picnic basket and enjoy! Advance tickets: Adult: £13.50; Child (3-15 years): £8; Family (2 adults and 2 children): £38 Children who are two or under are free. Or call our Visitor Reception on 01823 413923 The show will go on…! This outdoor performance will go ahead unless the weather conditions pose a danger to the cast or visitors.…
Terrific Tuesday – Mini Gardening
During the summer holidays, enjoy Terrific Tuesdays at Hestercombe – a day filled with crafts, trails, sports & more. With a different theme each Tuesday, you can try something new every week. The last Terrific Tuesday of the summer has a gardening theme – come and have a go at planting activities and make garden crafts. Normal admission applies. Don’t miss the other Terrific Tuesdays during the summer holidays… Tuesday 25th July – Fête Fun Tuesday 1st August –…
Cuttings Workshop
Join our Head Gardener Claire Greenslade for a morning’s workshop. She’ll share her expert tips and you’ll take some cuttings from the Hestercombe gardens home with you. £22 per person + half price garden entry (doesn’t apply to members). Bring secateurs and sturdy footwear. Or call our Visitor Reception on 01823 413923.
Willow Workshop
Expert willow weaver Sarah Webb will guide you in creating a beautiful conical plant climber for your garden. No willow weaving experience necessary. Enjoy tea/coffee and homemade biscuits whilst you work. £35 per person. Or call our Visitor Reception on 018236 413923.
Fungal Foray
Michael Jordan, author and chairman of the Association of British Fungal Groups, will lead a fun and informative walk through the gardens to discover and identify the many different types of mushrooms and toadstools to be found at Hestercombe. £12 + half price garden entry (doesn’t apply to members) Or call our Visitor Reception on 01823 413923