OCTOBER 2011

7th to 23rd OCTOBER KNUTSFORD LITERATURE FESTIVAL

Knutsford Literature Festival is now in its 12th Year. The Festival takes place across a number of distinctive venues offering an eclectic mix of novelists, biographers and writers on specialist subjects. Guests include: Adam Hart-Davis, Cressida Connolly, Allan Mullinson, Mary S. Lovell and Fiona MacCarthy.

For more information on list of speakers, times and venues, visit

www.knutsfordlitfest.org

OCTOBER TO DECEMBER 2011

The North West Food Lovers Festival
From 21 October 2011 to 23 October 2011
The North West Food Lovers Festival.With over 120 delicious food and drink stalls selling the best produce available from across the region, this year's festival will bring a feast of fun to all the family.
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Get Squashed in the Gardens
From 22 October 2011 to 30 October 2011
Enjoy the fantastic displays of Tatton's end of season produce: squashes, marrows, pumpkins, gourds and other tasty home-grown varieties! Follow the trail to Tatton's special pumpkin tree. Normal Park Entry Charge Applies. Closed Monday.
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Skin and Bones Natural History at Tatton Park
From 25 October 2011 to 30 October 2011
During October half term join the Mansion and Ranger teams as they explore Natural History at Tatton Park.
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Halloween Hauntings at the Old Hall
From 25 October 2011 to 30 October 2011
TV's Most Haunted Live were genuinely spooked when they visited the Old Hall during January 2010. See how scared you are when you visit the Horrendously Haunted Old Hall this Halloween
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Tatton Park Christmas Shopping Fair
From 29 October 2011 to 30 October 2011
It's an early chance to look for those special christmas gifts for all the family. You will be delighted by idea's for presents not usually found in High Street shops!
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Christmas Gift Fair
From 5 November 2011 to 6 November 2011
It's an early chance to look for those special Christmas gifts for all the family. You will be delighted by ideas for presents not usually found in High Street shops! Fifty exhibitors selected from all over the country. Normal Park Entry Charge applies. visit www.countrywide-events.co.uk or Tel 01530 834056 for more information
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Pruning Course
19 November 2011
Gear up for pruning your trees and shrubs this autumn. Learn about the correct equipment and improve your knowledge, with the help of the gardening team
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Pruning Course
26 November 2011
Gear up for pruning your trees and shrubs this autumn. Learn about the correct equipment and improve your knowledge, with the gardening team on hand to answer any queries.
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Christmas and New Year Party Extravaganzas - From 2 December 2011 to 31 December 2011
Superb Christmas and New Year Parties in the Grande Pavilion. For 2011 celebrate with us Venetian Carnivale - an opportunity to join us for an evening of glamour, decadence and sumptous food
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Visit the Venetian Christmas Mansion
From 7 December 2011 to 23 December 2011
This year the opulence and sophistication of Venice comes to Tatton Park inspired by the Egerton family’s travels to Venice during the 18th and 19th centuries. The influence of Italy on the Mansion is reflected in the Mansion’s collections, in particular the Canaletto paintings on display in the Drawing Room. The state rooms are spectacularly decorated with striking displays and traditional fresh garlands from the parkland. Live music entertains you during your visit. On weekdays Tatton’s mansion staff will be demonstrating how to make your own decorations at home and kitchen staff will be busy preparing for Christmas. Children can take part in venetian mask making at weekends Closed Mon and Tue
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Christmas Lantern Parade welcomes Father Christmas
9 December 2011
See Father Christmas arrive at Tatton Park during a brand new lantern parade. Meet Tatton’s two adorable reindeer Prancer and Dance. Bring along any no longer wanted toys to donate to a children’s charity. There’ll also be the opportunity to post your Chistmas wish list to Father Christmas. Festive music from local band and choir will entertain and the shops and restaurant will be open late for Christmas shopping and dining
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Father Christmas at Tatton Park's Farm
From 10 December 2011 to 11 December 2011
Father Christmas arrives at Tatton Park on Friday December 9th and children can pay a visit to see him during the following weekends. This year he’ll have Prancer and Dancer with him, two adorable reindeer who will be resident at the Farm. All the Farm animals, including the donkeys, pigs and horses and Tatton’s famous rare breed animals are all on show, while some are the star attractions of the nativity scene. Visit Father Christmas in his grotto and receive a special Christmas gift. Children’s rides (small extra charge), face painting and story telling making a great Christmas day out for the family.
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Christmas Decorations
10 December 2011
Indulge your creativity in the festive season. Join the gardening team to produce your own inspirational Christmas wreath to take home.
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Northern Chamber Orchestra Christmas Concert
15 December 2011
For each evening concert the Mansion opens at 7pm, when you will have the opportunity to enjoy the Venetian themed Victorian Christmas Mansion and walk around the beautifully decorated state rooms and enjoy a warming winter drink before the concert starts at 8pm. Pre-concert suppers are available from 5pm in the Stables restaurant. Pop in on the night or reserve a table on 01565 755001. Call 0161 247 2220 to book concert tickets
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City of Chester Male Voice Choir
16 December 2011
For each evening concert the Mansion opens at 7pm, when you will have the opportunity to enjoy the Venetian themed Victorian Christmas Mansion and walk around the beautifully decorated state rooms and enjoy a warming winter drink before the concert starts at 8pm. Pre-concert suppers are available from 5pm in the Stables restaurant. Pop in on the night or reserve a table on 01565 755001. Call 01625 374400 to book tickets
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Roberts Bakery Band Christmas Concert
17 December 2011
For each evening concert the Mansion opens at 7pm, when you will have the opportunity to enjoy the Venetian themed Victorian Christmas Mansion and walk around the beautifully decorated state rooms and enjoy a warming winter drink before the concert starts at 8pm. Pre-concert suppers are available from 5pm in the Stables restaurant. Pop in on the night or reserve a table on 01565 755001. Call 01625 374400 to book tickets
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Father Christmas at Tatton Park's Farm|
From 17 December 2011 to 18 December 2011
Father Christmas arrives at Tatton Park on Friday December 9th and children can pay a visit to see him during the following weekends. This year he’ll have Prancer and Dancer with him, two adorable reindeer who will be resident at the Farm. All the Farm animals, including the donkeys, pigs and horses and Tatton’s famous rare breed animals are all on show, while some are the star attractions of the nativity scene. Visit Father Christmas in his grotto and receive a special Christmas gift. Children’s rides (small extra charge), face painting and story telling making a great Christmas day out for the family.
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Family Christmas Carols in the Stableyard
18 December 2011
Bring your friends and family to the outdoor Stableyard Carols and join in the singing to the accompaniment of The King Edward Musical Society. Shops will be open until 5pm for last minute Christmas shopping.
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Deer Feed and Trailer Ride
20 December 2011
Take a trailer ride with the rangers to watch the daily deer feed. Get a close look at hundreds of deer feeding in their beautiful natural setting. Booking is essential as places are limited. Price includes park entry. Minimum age 5 years.
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Deer Feed and Trailer Ride
21 December 2011
Take a trailer ride with the rangers to watch the daily deer feed. Get a close look at hundreds of deer feeding in their beautiful natural setting. Booking is essential as places are limited. Price includes park entry. Minimum age 5 years.
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Father Christmas at Tatton Park's Farm
24 December 2011
Father Christmas arrives at Tatton Park on Friday December 9th and children can pay a visit to see him during the following weekends. This year he’ll have Prancer and Dancer with him, two adorable reindeer who will be resident at the Farm. All the Farm animals, including the donkeys, pigs and horses and Tatton’s famous rare breed animals are all on show, while some are the star attractions of the nativity scene. Visit Father Christmas in his grotto and receive a special Christmas gift. Children’s rides (small extra charge), face painting and story telling making a great Christmas day out for the family.
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