Rhododendron blocks out sunlight, so the earth around it is bare. This means that when it rains, the water runs off the land quickly, taking soil and silt into the reservoirs below.

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The deer rut is a particular highlight of autumn at Calke, as bellowing roars echo across the park. Join a park guide on a walk through the Deer Park to see it in action. Venture into the Deer Park, ...

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Enjoy a winter stroll along an illuminated path to the castle. Picture yourself as lord or lady of the castle and and delight in live music as you explore the rooms, dressed for a country Christmas.

Add some extra special festive sparkle to the most wonderful time of the year here at Shugborough Estate. Join us for festive fun as we celebrate a Shugborough Christmas. Booking not needed Free event ...

Join us during October half-term for some spooky storytelling. Take a seat in the Great Hall and listen to our volunteers tell a Halloween story. Storytelling lasts around 10 minutes per story, these ...

Join storyteller Jake Evans for a festive adventure through his enchanting tales every Saturday leading up to Christmas at Erddig.

Join artist Ali Walker as she guides you in the art of botanical drawing from life in Mount Stewart’s beautiful gardens. You will learn how to make quick detailed drawings of Autumnal plants and ...

Here at Carrick-a-Rede, visitors with a fear of heights are often scared, but we are taking frights to a whole new level... Booking advisable Free event (admission applies) Here at Carrick-a-Rede, ...