| 2008 |
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| May/June |
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| 31st May - 1st June |
Classic and Performance Car Spectacular
with Giant Cheshire Auto-jumble
The 22nd year for one of Britain's best and most popular classic
car events. Over 2,000 Classic Performance and Vintage cars on
show. Over 80 of Britain's top club displays including Jaguar,
Lotus, Mercedes Benz and a special feature by the TVR car club.
Massive 2 day autojumble with classic car-mart. General trade
stands, children's rides and refreshments. A great day out for
the family
9am to 5pm
Adults £6. Children under 12 Free
For more information tel 01565 723863 or visit the Cheshire Auto Promotions website
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| 7th - 15th June |
Tatton Orchid Festival
Experience the best in Orchids at Tatton’s first Orchid Festival,
part of Cheshire’s Year of Gardens ‘08 programme of Orchid
Events.During the first weekend (June 7th and 8th) Tatton’s
Tenant’s Hall will be a blaze of orchids during the magnificent
two day Orchid Show. Visitors will be able to take part in workshops,
watch demonstrations and browse and buy from a host of traders and
exhibitors. Orchids and other botanical plants will form a spectacular
display in Tatton’s Neo-classical Mansion throughout the festival.
The Mansion’s exhibition room will also exhibit rare Orchid
artwork and books from the Egerton’s private collection. An
additional private collection of Orchid art will be on display in
the Knutsford exhibition room in the Stableyard.
Charges: Normal Park Entry and Mansion charges apply.
Free entry to Stableyard exhibition and Tenants' Hall
Opening Times: Normal Park and Mansion opening times
For more information tel 01625 374400
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| Sun 8th June |
Tatton Park Triathlon
Tatton Park provides the ideal setting
and environment for a new triathlon for the North West. The
mere is ideal for a 1500m swim, the bike course takes triathletes
through the stunning parkland
and a superb undulating run provides the ideal running course.
Choose from two distances:
Sprint: Swim 400m, Bike 20k, Run 5k
Olympic Standard: Swim 1500m, Bike 40k, Run 10k
Cheerers on' can enjoy the rest of Tatton's attractions including
the Farm, Mansion, Gardens, Shops, Adventure Playground and restaurant.
For more information and to book visit the Tatton Triathlon website |
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| Wed 11th June |
National Garden Scheme
All garden entries and donations will
be given to the National Garden scheme which helps charities
such as the Queen's Nursing Institute 10am - 6pm (last entry
5pm). Normal entry charges apply.
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| Sat 14th & Sun 15th June |
Medieval Fayre at the Old Hall
Medieval soldier reenactors
To celebrate the 10th Medieval
Fayre at Tatton in association with Plantagenet events each day will
end with an even bigger and better battle. Men at arms, archers,
gunners and a ragtag army of hangers-on promises an exciting and
atmospheric event. Over 40 authentic merchants and skilled artisans
complete a bustling travelling fair.
11am to 5pm (last entry 4pm)
Adults £5, Children £2.50, Family (2 adults and
up to 3 children) £14
Old Hall open for tours.
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| Sat 21st June |
Donkey Party at the Farm!
Join us at the Farm as we celebrate the arrival of the new
farm donkey, 'Frosty'. Meet the old favourites, donkeys Dotty
and Daisy. Paint a Donkey Picture. Help to groom the donkeys.
Meet Blossom, the Clydesdale's adorable new foal.
Normal opening times and prices apply.
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| Sat 21st & Sun 22nd June |
Cancer Research Race for Life
Race commences at 11am. Register through the Race for Life website
or tel 08705 134314
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| Sat 28th & Sun 29th June |
1940's Weekend - The Way We Were
Tatton's role in WW11 was an important one and is celebrated
during this weekend with battle reenactment and the home front.
Try your hand at make do and mend, dig for victory, wartime
cooking, washday and attend an evacuees' school. Dance and
sing with entertainers. Displays of military and civilian vehicles.
Step back in time. Why not come dressed up!
The 1940s Weekend takes place at the Old Hall
11am to 5pm (last entry 4pm)
Adult £4, Children £2, Family (2 adults and up
to 3 children) £10.
For more information tel 01625 374400
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| July |
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Fri 4th - Sun 6th July |
14th Cheshire Summer Fine Art and Antiques
Fair
Quality fine art and antiques event featuring nationwide exhibitors
specialising in jewellery, silver, contemporary art, furniture,
traditional paintings, sculpture, glass, lighting, clocks and much
more.
Fri 12pm to 6pm. Sat 11am to 6pm. Sun 11am to 5pm
Adult £5. Accompanied Child (under 16) Free.
For more information contact 01277 214677 or visit Bailey Fairs
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Sat 5th July |
Illyria Open Air Theatre - Pinocchio
Illyria's production is based on Carlo Collodi's macabre
comic masterpiece for smart grownups and brave children and
is an hysterical satire on growing up. Featuring a leading
actor whose nose actually does grow and a 20 foot shark this
is suitable for anyone aged 5 and over.
Commences 6.30pm. Performance outside at the old Hall
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Sat 5th - Sun 6th July |
Stars and Stripes Classic American Car Show
The North West's premier event for lovers of all things
American! Huge Fins `n' Chrome cars from the 1950s and 1960s.
Corvettes, Mustangs, Cadillacs, Hot Rods, Custom Cars, Pickup
Trucks, Days Vans and the famous Wall of Death. Lots of trade
stalls selling American related items. Music, line dancing
and refreshments. A great day out for all the family.
9am to 5pm
Adults £6; Children under 12 Free
Normal Park entry fee applies
For more information tel 01565 723863 or visit the Cheshire
Auto Promotions website
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Fri 11th July |
Theatre Set Up: All's Well that ends Well
The play's central romantic figures are a young nobleman,
Bertram and and orphaned commoner, Helene. Their different
backgrounds cause problems with their romance. Being a comedy,
Bertram comes around and all's well that ends well!
Performance starts at 7.30pm
Tickets £15
For more information and to book contact
01625 374400
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Sat 19th July to Sun 17th Aug |
Oneplace exhibition
The final exhibition showing work by Andy Goldsworthy, Rob
Vale, Helen Brigham, Christopher Mayo, Samantha Donnelly,
Lucie Potter, Sam Clayton and Mark Jacobs. Between them they
have created a diverse and important set of responses to
the landscape of Tatton Park. A seminar with the residency
practitioners will explore their own responses to Tatton,
understanding its historic and contemporary landscape.
Exhibition takes place in the Mansion steward's room Normal
Mansion admission prices apply |
Sat 19th - Sun 20th July |
Rare Breeds Weekend at the Farm
Meet all our rare breed animals including Blossom the Clydesdale
and Tallulah the Tamworth and help raise awareness of these
endangered breeds.
Normal opening times and entry charges apply
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Wed 23rd - Sun 27th July |
RHS Flower Show
Tickets now on sale!
For all things gardens and gardening head to Tatton Park
in July when the RHS will be celebrating its 10th show at
Tatton by putting on a fabulous show with tonnes of creative
ideas and inspiration. The grand finale of the summer shows,
Tatton is an exciting stage for pioneering show gardens,
the colourful and fun RHS/Ball Colegrave National Flower
Bed competition and the popular back to back gardens. An
abundance of marquees will be overflowing with artistic floral
flair and `growing and showing' stands. Opportunities to
shop will be delivered in spades!
Tickets: RHS Members / Public
Wed 23rd £24
/ NA
Thur 24th - Sun 27th £18 / £21
Tickets on the Day £23 / £23
OPEN: Thu 24th – Sun 27th July 2008, 10am – 6.30pm (closes 5pm
on Sunday)
Wed 23rd, RHS and NT members’ only Preview Day.
For further information visit the RHS website
Note: discount not valid for Preview Day tickets or with
any other offers. Last date for purchase of tickets is
Tuesday 22nd July.
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Tue 29th July to
Fri 29th Aug |
Summer Activities at the Farm
Donkey grooming, scarecrow making, farmyard collage, paint
a picture and fun quiz.
Normal entry times and prices apply
For further information call 01625 374400
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| Aug |
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Sat 2nd Aug |
Halle Fireworks and Light Spectacular Concert
This year's Halle Fireworks and Light spectacular programme,
to be conducted by John Wilson, celebrates Cheshire's Year
of Gardens '08 and will include Tchaikovsky's Waltz of the
Flowers from the Nutcracker, excerpts from Wagner's Lohengrin
and Grieg's Peer Gynt.
In keeping with tradition the concert will incorporate a
truly fantastic fireworks display synchronised to extracts
from Holst's most famous Planet Suite: Mars, Saturn and Jupiter
Gates open 5pm. Concert starts 8.15pm
Adults £25
Groups of 10 or more £23
For more information and to book visit picnic
concert website
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Sun 3rd Aug |
Party! At Tatton Park
Bjorn Again and The Music of Dirty Dancing!
A great afternoon and evening of music with live bands playing
from 5pm
At 6pm get ready to party with The music of Dirty Dancing
which features all the music from the cult film including
Do You Love me? Be my Baby, Big girls Don't Cry and the immortal
(I've Had) The Time of my Life!
From 9pm legendary band Bjorn Again perform the greatest
hits of ABBA
Gates open at 3pm
Adults £29
Groups of 10 or more £27
Senior Citizens £20
Children 5yrs to 16 yrs £20
For more information visit picnic concert website
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Sun 3rd Aug |
Fun Dog Show
Novelty classes plus a fun agility course
£1 entry fee per class plus normal park entry charges
12 noon start
Further information tel 01625 534431
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Wed 6th Aug |
Rangers' Boredom Busters
Stuck for ideas? Then come along for a trailer ride through
the Park and go Pond dipping
10am to 1pm
Adult £3, Children £2 (minimum age 5). An adult
must be present with all participating children
Booking essential. Call 01625 374428
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Sun 10th Aug |
Viking Sunday at the Old Hall Viking
re-enactors
Vikings are coming....! Cestrescire Living History invade
and take over Tatton's Old hall. Experience battle and domestic
life. Try on armour, have a go at archery (small charge).
12pm - 5pm (last entry 4pm)
Adult £4, Children £2, Family (2 adults and
up to 3 children) £10
Old Hall open for tours
For further information tel 01625 374400
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Sun 10th Aug |
VW North West Car Show
The largest gathering of Volkswagens, both air and water
cooled, in the North of England. Specialist trade stands,
autojumble, concourse with massive car club displays and
cars for sale. Children's rides and much more on the day!
A great family day out!
9am to 5pm (last entry 4pm). Adults £6, Children under
16 free
Normal Park entry charge applies
For further information tel 0161 339 1124 or visit the VW
North West website
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Wed 13th Aug |
Ranger's Boredom Busters
Stuck for ideas? Then come along for a trailer ride through
the Park and go Pond dipping
10am to 1pm
Adult £3, Children £2 (minimum age 5). Adult
must be present with all participating children
Booking essential - call 01625 374428 |
Wed 15th Aug |
Illyria Open Air Theatre - The Merry Wives of
Windsor
Shakespeare's play sees Falstaff falling in love, not once,
but twice at the same time with two women who are actually
best friends. The result is The Merry wives of Windsor! Multiple
international award-winning Illyria perform Shakespeare at
his most boisterous and farcical.
Tickets: Adults £10, Children £7
Tel 01625 374400
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Sat 16th - Sun 17th Aug |
The 21st Tatton Park Vintage, Classic & Sports
Car Show
Over 2,000 Vintage and Classic cars, with up to 90 top car club displays including
special events for the Rolls Royce Enthusiasts Club and Alvis Owners Club. Massive
2-day Auto-jumble, collectors car mart for selling or buying the car of your
dreams! Lots of general trade stands, childrens' rides and refreshments. A great
family day out!
9am to 5pm. Adult £6, Children under 12 Free. Normal
Park entry charge applies
For more information tel 01565 723863 or visit Cheshire Auto
Promotions website
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Tue 19th - Fri 22nd Aug |
Boredom Busters on the Farm
Donkey grooming, make a scarecrow, meet the pigs with Lisa,
visit Aunt Mary and enjoy her yummy toast in the cottage
Activities start at 1pm
Normal entry times and prices apply
For more information tel 01625 374431
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Sat 23rd - Mon 25th Aug |
Tatton Park Country Show
The 4th Tatton Park Country Fair continues to grow. A bigger
site this year allows further new attractions to be included
such as the falconry village, 5 professional falconers and
have a go facilities with around 100 assorted birds of prey
providing a fabulous static and fly display including the
Valley of the Eagles. The english Open Chainsaw competition
returns.. .
Open 10am to 6pm. Adults £7, Children £3 (5 -
16 yrs). Senior Citizens £6
For further information visit the Living Heritage Country
Shows website.
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Sat 23rd Aug to
Sun 28th Sept |
Tatton Park Biennial 2008 Exhibition Showcase
Photographs by Biennial Artist Faye Claridge
Mirror Pool: to travel, to dream, to wish
Faye's work explores the hopes and unfulfilled dreams at
Tatton Park inspired by the imported Chinese tree Emmenopterys
Henryi. Haunting images show ghosts of visitors reflected
alongside this tree that is yet to flower, despite being
here for almost one hundred years.
Mansion Stewards Room
Normal entry prices apply
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Sat 23rd Aug to
Sun 7th Sept |
Warrington Art Group exhibition
Now in its 5th year the exhibition celebrates local art
and is designed to encourage artistic talent in the community.
Come along and vote for your favourite piece of work.
12pm - 5pm. Free admission to exhibition
Normal park entry charges apply
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Mon 25th Aug |
Adopt a Farm Animal Day
Brush Blossom, meet Rosie and take Tallulah to the fields.
Help conserve these rare breeds by adopting a Home Farm animal.
The adoption scheme helps Tatton's essential conservation
and education work.
Normal entry charges and opening times apply
For further information call 01625 374400
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Thur 28th Aug to
Wed 3rd Sept |
`Nature into Art' - Floral Event
(closed Monday 1st Sept)
Cheshire area NAFAS members celebrate Cheshire's Year of
Gardens '08 by staging a magnificent display of contemporary
floral sculptures throughout Tatton's mansion. Inspired by
the Tatton Park Biennial, the display is entitled `Nature
into Art'. Budding flower arrangers of all ages will be able
to take part in practical workshops being held on the weekend
of 30th and 31st in the Stableyard exhibition room.
Normal
entry charges apply.
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Prices, times of opening and other details may be changed without
prior notice. |
| All details correct at time of press. |
| If a telephone number is not listed above,
or if you wish to obtain charges, opening times and details, telephone
the Tatton Infoline on 01625 534435 no more than 14 days prior
to a particular event. The above information was correct at the
time of printing, but changes may be introduced without notice. |
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