May 2019
Flora’s treasure stones
Search the garden to discover a series of beautiful stones, painted in tribute to Flora. Leave clues for other explorers by uploading your pictures to Instagram and tagging @ntstourhead, then leave the treasure stones behind for others to find.
Find out more »Marvellous May Trail
Get into the spirit of spring with our Marvellous May Trail! Search the Museum to find hidden clues and see if you can win a treat. Trails £1 per child There is plenty on offer for children and families at the Museum, ensuring each visit is a fun and enjoyable day out full of adventure and exploration. As the seasons and the Museum exhibitions change there is always something new to discover about life at Abbey Farm and the museum collections.…
Find out more »Jungle Grotto at Whitehall
Come and join us at our Lacock Garden Centre to explore our Jungle Grotto NEW this 2019. Begin your quest through the Jungle with your map to complete tasks and answer questions. Find the monkeys and spot the parrots. Meet the lions but make sure not to disturb them, you might not make it out alive! £3.99 per person. Open Saturday 30th March until Sunday 2nd June from 10:30am to 4:00pm. Please note: outside of school holidays (Saturday 6th April until Monday 22nd April)…
Find out more »Hunt for the Were Rabbit
As part of 'Get inspired at Montacute House' head out into the garden to help Gromit find his old friend before it's too late. Montacute House was re-imagined by Aardman as Tottington Hall in the Wallace & Gromit film, The Curse of the Were-Rabbit. Now it seems as though the Were-Rabbit may make an appearance at Montacute - unless Gromit can save the day. You can pick up a trail in reception and then follow Gromit around the garden searching…
Find out more »Tottington Hall comes to Montacute House
Aardman took inspiration from Montacute House and re-imagined it as Tottington Hall, which features in the award-winning Wallace & Gromit film, The Curse of the Were-Rabbit. Members of Aardman's artisitc design team visited Montacute House whilst they were in pre-production for the film. During these visits many pictures and measurements were taken of the house interior, as well as panoramic views of the parkland. These became the basis of the film's setting, Tottington Hall. Aardman is celebrating the 30th anniversary…
Find out more »Summer Open Evening
To celebrate the coming Summer and extended opening hours we invite you to explore the abbey free of charge from 6pm whilst also enjoying live music, markets and refreshments. This year we welcome the reggae grooves of Captain Accident & The Disasters and the folk / roots of Alex Roberts Music to the main stage. The Avalonian Free State Choir will be performing in the Lady Chapel, there will be an open mic tent and Glastonbury Fringe will once again…
Find out more »WHITEHALL BEACH
Come along and build your very own Sand Castle or laze by the sand on our deck chairs. Our Whitehall Beach is here from Saturday 25th May open daily through to Sunday 8th September. You will find our Beach located in the Garden area.
Find out more »Wildflower Wander Family Trail
Create a daisy chain of wildflowers on this springtime family trail this half term. Wander through the gardens and discover the beautiful wildflowers in bloom this month, drawing each flower you find on your trail sheet to fill in all the gaps and complete your daisy chain. Normal admission applies.
Find out more »American clothing family fun trail
Can you put a feather in your cap by solving this American clothing family fun trail? Hidden in the garden are pieces of famous clothing that tell the story of America. Put on your detective Fedora (invented in America) and sleuth out those clues for a prize- just don’t be a fashion victim! Trail suitable for ages 6+. Last trail issued at 4pm. £2.50 per trail (includes prize). Normal admission applies. Orangery Café and Terrace - During museum opening times…
Find out more »Half term at Haynes
Saturday 25 May, 10:00 – 12:00 - Lift the Bonnets! Follow the signs within our Museum to get up close to a selection of cars with our Collections team in some of our main exhibition areas. Lift the bonnets, look inside and talk with our team. Saturday 25 May, 13:00 – 15:30 - Family Focus Head to our Memory Lane exhibit to discover how an engine works and get closer to hidden gems not usually on show to the public!…
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