What's on at Anglesey Abbey Jul-Aug
Saturday 17 July, 10.30am -5.30pm
National Garden Scheme Day
Delve into the gardens and help the National Garden Scheme Fund. All garden admission donated -National Trust members are asked to make a donation. Take in the vibrant Herbaceous Border with a special tour at 11.45am and
1.45pm. Garden admission.
Saturday 24 July, 1 -4pm
Cultural Olympiad Celebrations
Bring out the wild child in you as we join with East Cambridgeshire District Council to bring an afternoon of nature inspired play to the garden. Join in willow weaving, storytelling and fun play activities.
Tuesday 27 July, 10am -4pm
Skills Day: Working with Wildflowers
Special hands-on day to discover how to create and maintain a beautiful, wildlife rich meadow. Be part of this working session and take home a seed-bale to get started in your own garden. £30 to include coffee/tea/biscuits and lunch. 10% discount on all sales in the Plant Centre on the day. Booking essential on 01223 810080
Thursday 5 August, 11am -12noon & 2 -3pm
Thrilling Thursdays: Pond Dipping
Be amazed by the creatures you and our gardeners find lurking in Anglesey Abbey's dew pond. £1.50 per 30 minute session plus garden admission. Booking essential on 01223 810080
Saturday 7 August, 6.30 -9pm (gates open from 6pm)
Outdoor Theatre: Much Ado About Nothing
Three weddings and a funeral... The Pantaloons, a vibrant local theatre company, put a hilarious spin on Shakespeare's popular romantic comedy. Plenty of fast-paced fun for the whole family. Barbecue bites, wines, beers and soft drinks available. Picnic hampers can be pre-ordered on 01223 810092.
£12.50 adult, £7.50 child, £32.50 family, £20 family (1 adult)
Booking essential on 01223 810080
Sunday 15 August, 11.15am, 12.15pm, 2.15pm & 3.15pm
Butterfly Walks
Join our experts on a gentle walk to discover the beautiful creatures that live in the gardens. Walk lasts approx. 30 minutes. In association with the Butterfly Association, Cambridge & Essex Branch. Garden admission.
Thursday 19 August, 2.30 -4pm
Thrilling Thursday: Wild about cooking
Join our chef as he makes tasty jam tarts oozing with local jam.
£5 per child Booking essential on 01223 810080
Thursday 26 August, 10 -11.30am
Thrilling Thursdays: Storytelling
Settling down in our country-house setting to hear a professional storyteller bring to life marvellous tales £3 per 45 minute session plus normal admission. Booking essential on 01223 810080
For details of all our events and opening times, please call in for a copy of our 2010 events leaflet or phone 01223 810080. Anglesey Abbey, Lode, Cambridge CB25 9EJ. Telephone: 01223 810080 Fax: 01223 810088 Email: angleseyabbey@nationaltrust.org.uk