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Summer is fast approaching and we have plenty of things to do at our historic sites across the country.
Find the perfect place to visit with Dad this Father's Day, from our Classic Car Shows or visit us at Dover Castle for a World War Two Weekend.
Plan the perfect Great British Summer and enjoy all the fun of the fair against a stunning historic backdrop.
Scroll down and start planning your summer adventures.
Don't forget, if you book your tickets to our daytime events in advance, you can save 15% on your entry price.
Visit us on Father's Day Weekend
Looking for a place to visit with Dad this Father's Day weekend?
Join us for our Classic Car Show at Brodsworth Hall and Gardens in South Yorkshire or Gainsborough Old Hall for Father's Day weekend, or if their interestred in military history, visit Dover Castle for our World War II Weekend.
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Plan a day out this Father's DayCelebrate Pride
Happy Pride month!
Celebrate this historic event at at Audley End House and Gardens in Saffron Walden and Bolsover Castle in the East Midlands.
You can even book a guided tour to learn about the LGBTQ+ history at Marble Hill in London.
Summer Fair AT ELTHAM PALACE
Discover a day of shopping, creativity and heritage at our Summer Fair at Eltham Palace and Gardens in London on Saturday 20 June.
Explore our medieval Great Hall, where local artisans and makers will showcase their works, including jewellery, pottery, artwork and more. More stalls including Plant stalls will be found on the Turning Circle.
This event is included with general admission. Members go free.
Book tickets for the Summer FairEvening garden tours
In partnership with the National Garden Scheme, explore beautiful historic gardens in the early evening when they're closed to the public.
Richmond Castle, North Yorkshire – Thu 11 Jun
Audley End House and Gardens, Essex - Thu 18 Jun
Boscobel House and The Royal Oak, Shropshire - Thu 18 Jun
Walmer Castle and Gardens, Kent – Tue 30 Jun
Mount Grace Priory, House and Gardens, North Yorkshire - Wed 1 Jul
Brodsworth Hall and Gardens, South Yorkshire - Thu 15 Jul
Witley Court and Gardens, Worcestershire – Sat 15 Aug
Enjoy a Great British Summer
Celebrate a classic Great British Summer at our sites across the country.
Enjoy the fairground activities, pick up new tricks at the circus skills station and dive in to some puppet antics. Kick back in a deck chair with a delicious ice cream and soak up the summer.
Plus, kids can grab a souvenir passport and collect special stamps to complete their summer adventure.
Plan your summer days outThe Battle of Hastings
960 years since the Battle of Hastings took place, the one and only re-enactment returns.
On the very spot where King Harold and Duke William fought in 1066, over 500 reenactors will recreate the drama and intensity of this legendary conflict - and you can see it first-hand.
Book tickets for The Battle of HastingsMembers' Events
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