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British Touring Shakespeare Brings enchantment and gothic thrills to Shropshire’s Soulton Hall
Internationally acclaimed theatre company British Touring Shakespeare are delighted to return to the beautiful grounds of Soulton Hall in Shropshire, with two captivating open-air performances this summer.

The Green World of Brown exhibition at Weston Park
The Green World of Brown focuses on a new direction to the 'Capability' Brown story by showing the works of a broad spectrum of creative people influenced by Brown over the last 300 years

British Touring Shakespeare return to iconic Kent venue for magical open-air performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Internationally acclaimed theatre company British Touring Shakespeare are delighted to bring an open-air performance of William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy A Midsummer Night’s Dream to the stunning grounds of Penshurst Place in Kent on Friday 4th July 2025 at 7:00 PM, as part of their 2025 UK tour.

Haddon Hall announces new exhibition celebrating ‘Everyday Magic’ in Elizabethan England
MAGIC: Charms, rituals and superstition in Elizabethan England will explore the magical folklore, rituals, fears and superstitions that were an everyday part of life in the second half of the 16th century.

Bowhill House to Reopen for Exclusive Tours in August 2025
Bowhill House, the historic residence of the Duke of Buccleuch in the Scottish Borders, will reopen to the public in August 2025 following a year-long closure for essential maintenance.

Step back in time and forward into fun at Bamburgh Castle
Bamburgh Castle launches packed summer events programme with 1940s revival.

Talented female experts join Belvoir Castle’s Flower Show line up
Local gardening experts and talented designers, Karen Gimson and Paula Routledge, are joining the list of horticultural experts who can be found at Belvoir Castle’s Flower and Garden Show this year.

Historic Houses awards grants to six member places in 2025 Small Projects Grant Scheme
Historic Houses is thrilled to announce grant support for a further six small projects in 2025.

Handel’s kitchen comes to life with costumed demonstrations at Handel Hendrix House
The kitchen of the great composer G.F. Handel will be alive with the smells and sounds of Georgian cookery this spring.

Annual Bluebell Walks return to Combermere Abbey this spring

Ballyscullion Park Book Festival 2025 Programme Revealed
Ballyscullion Park Book Festival is a celebration of writing, music, and art in the heart of Seamus Heaney country. The festival has announced its 2025 programme.

Discover living heritage at Boughton House this spring