2012 Events Programme

May bank holiday weekend

If you're looking for something to do on Sunday and Monday this bank holiday weekend then why not drop into the Orangery here at Mount Edgcumbe and pick up your free treasure hunt map! Call in any time between 10.30am and 4pm and see what you can find on your adventure!

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Dawn Chorus

Saturday 12 May, 4.30am to 7am

Awaken to the delights of the avian world here at Mount Edgcumbe. Join our expert guide to experience the amazing sounds of dawn birdsong within the gardens of the estate. Meeting at Barrow Car Park at 4.30am, the walk will take approximately 2.5 hours and finish off with breakfast and costs £6.50 per person. Suitable walking shoes and warm clothing is a must, and don’t forget the binoculars!

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Tubs and Planters Workshop

Saturday 19 May, 10.30am to 12 noon

Come along and talk to the experts for all those handy hints and tips. Bring your favourite tubs and baskets along and we will have all the plants, compost to purchase on site at a reduced rate. There will be a demonstration by our gardening expert, followed by tea and coffee before you get your hands dirty and create your own masterpiece. Costs £5 per person.

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Working for ‘Lordy’

Sunday 20 May, 11.30am to 12.30pm

An introduction to life ‘below stairs’ and also on the estate at Mount Edgcumbe. Brought to life with photos and stories from the past. Tickets cost £5 per person and include  entry to the House and Earls Garden on the day.

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Tubs and Planters Workshop

Wednesday 23 May, 10.30am to 12 noon

Come along and talk to the experts for all those handy hints and tips. Bring your favourite tubs and baskets along and we will have all the plants, compost to purchase on site at a reduced rate. There will be a demonstration by our gardening expert, followed by tea and coffee before you get your hands dirty and create your own masterpiece. Costs £5 per person.

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Going Bats at Mount Edgcumbe

Saturday 26 May, 8pm to 10.30pm

Join us for a nocturnal adventure and let our colonies of bats be your guide. With rare species calling Mount Edgcumbe home, you could be in for a real treat with this expedition.  Meeting on the terrace at the front of the house at 8pm, the walk will take about 2 to 3 hours and will finish off with hot soup. Please make sure that you wrap up warm and wear suitable footwear for the walk. Costs £5 per person.

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Seashore Explorer

Wednesday 6 June, 12.30pm to 2pm

Join the rangers to explore the creatures of the deep, and not so deep here at Mount Edgcumbe. Starting at 12.30pm the event will run across low tide until 2pm. Explore the huge amount of sea life that lives above and below the low water mark. The footing will be slippery so appropriate footwear and wet weather gear is a must for this event. Tickets cost £4 per child (all children must be accompanied by an adult - maximum 3 children per adult).

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History and Heritage of the Earls Garden

Thursday 7 June, 11.30am to 12.30pm

Discover all about the beautiful Earls Garden here at Mount Edgcumbe and what’s hidden away in all the nooks and crannies. Starting at 11.30am the talk will last approximately 1 hour. Tickets cost £5 per person and should be booked in advance. Tickets also include entry to the House after the talk.

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Family Bushcraft Day

Saturday 9 June, 10am to 3pm

Enjoy a family adventure with our experienced rangers learning all about the great outdoors. Learn how to build a shelter, light a fire without matches and even forage for food! All children must be accompanied by an adult with no more than 2 children per adult.

Tickets cost £11 per adult and £7 per child. Meet at Penlee Battery car park at 10am wearing suitable clothing and footwear, you should bring a packed lunch and drink with you.

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From Rags to Riches - Introductory Workshop

Sunday 10 June, 10am to 1pm

Come and learn the age old craft of creating beautiful textiles for the home using rag rugging techniques. This is the time to make use of all those lovely bits of fabric and clothing that you no longer really need but can’t bear to part with.

All materials provided...please bring any special fabric scraps and fabric scissors if you have them….if not, don’t worry...plenty to share! Cost £15 per person.

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Introduction to Photography Workshop

Saturday 16 June, 10am to 4pm

This is a chance for those interested but not necessarily very experienced in photography to make use of the picturesque grounds of Mount Edgcumbe to gain some tips from photographer, Jess Maslen, on how to get the best out of your camera. A practical session will take place outside, weather permitting.

Meet at Barrow Park Centre at 9.45am for a 10am start. Bring a camera (either film or digital), a selection of lenses (for SLR cameras only), a tripod (if you’ve got it) and an umbrella (just in case!). A light picnic lunch will be provided. Cost £25 per person.

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Dowsing for Beginners

Saturday 30 June, 10.30am to 12.30pm

Sceptical? Why not try out the ancient art of dowsing here at Mount Edgcumbe and develop a new skill. Meeting on the terrace in front of Mount Edgcumbe House at 10.30 the walk will last for approximately 2 hours - don’t forget to bring you wire coat hangers! Cost £4 per person.

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For further information on the above events (unless stated otherwise) please contact Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park, telephone 01752 822236 or email mt.edgcumbe@plymouth.gov.uk.

Keep checking - more events are on the way!

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