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This 60 acre woodland garden of azaleas, magnolias, rhododendrons and bluebells is one of the most exciting of its type in the country. From the individual flowers to the breathtaking sweep of colour formed by hundreds of shrubs, this is a garden not to be missed.

22 acre private garden within surrounding parkland. Pleasure garden, water garden, working kitchen garden with formal lawns and grotto. Rhododendrons and azaleas in flower.

Free to enter, quality and not on the high street Craft and Gift Market. Jewellery, handbags, leather goods, metal goods, textiles, beauty products, art, cards, etc etc

TV wildlife presenters from Springwatch, Autumnwatch and Winterwatch, Martin Hughes-Games and Iolo Williams present the wild and exciting Wildlife Road Trip at the Neeld on Tuesday 1st May!

“Podfather” (the Guardian) and star of Radio 4’s Relativity, Richard Herring gets to the half century (against all odds) and looks at how his life has changed in the last decade, from irresponsible, single kidult, literally fighting his way through a mid-life crisis, to married father who is mid-way to the telegram

Part of the Women and Power national programming theme, Lacock will be exploring the legacy of Ela the founder of Lacock. Through physical installations and sound travel back to the 1300s and find out about about the abbey’s missing churchl. Booking Not Needed.

Lacock riverside walk

ANTIQUARIAN AND SECONDHAND BOOKS, MAPS, PRINTS, POSTCARDS AND OTHER PRINTED MATERIAL FOR SALE. This popular biannual fair is held in the Corn Exchange in the centre of Devizes, with the Farmers Market running outside during the morning.

Bank Holiday Monday 7th May. 2018 Plant Fair and Open Garden at BUSHTON MANOR, SN4 7PX 11am to 3pm. This is the only time that the grounds of this lovely18th Century Manor House are open to the public and folk are able to wander around and browse the 30 or so stalls which include specialist and home grown plants,...

Music with a Rootsy, Folky, Bluesy Vibe. A close-harmony, eclectic, semi-acoustic piano-led wonder, Mumbo-Jumbo brings together three top Midlands singer/songwriters to produce an ‘Eclectic Acoustic’ sound at festivals, theatres and village halls across the country.

New exhibition highlighting the work of millions of women and men during times of national crisis. From air raids during the Second World War to floods, the threat of nuclear Armageddon and tides of refugees, it explores the unsung work of the volunteers of Royal Voluntary Service (originally known as the Women’s...

Featuring Mike Zito, Vanja Sky and Bernard Allison This is no ordinary club tour.......this is the Blues Caravan 2018.

To mark the 100 year anniversary of women first gaining the right to vote in Britain, this year at Avebury we’ll be bringing to light the contributions made by female archaeologists working here in the 20th century.

Chat to head gardener Simon Brooks to discover more about Avebury Manor Garden or ask a question to solve a problem you’ve been having with your own garden!

To mark the 100 year anniversary of women first gaining the right to vote in Britain, this year at Avebury we’ll be bringing to light the contributions made by female archaeologists working here in the 20th century.

Have you ever wanted to dance around the Maypole' At Avebury we’ll be celebrating the beginning of May with traditional festivities including Morris Dancing and Maypole Dancing, as well as family craft activities.

The Waden Hill circuit takes in some of the Neolithic monuments which make up this ancient and intriguing landscape. The volunteer guide will help you to unlock their past by explaining the history of the landscape as you walk.

During this relaxed workshop with local florist Sue Scott you will be able to work with a selection of seasonal, British grown flowers to create a beautiful floral arrangement using your favourite jug from home. At this time of the year spring blooms begin to fill our landscape and gardens.

Discover some of nature’s wild food secrets on this half-day foraging course with Fred Gillam. You’ll be able to enjoy walking through the Avebury landscape as Fred teaches you how to identify plants growing in our hedgerows, fields and woods.

6 acre garden of hedges, herbaceous borders, rose arches, bee garden and orchard stuffed with good plants. It is overlooked by the house and arranged above the small valley garden which is crowded with magnolias and rhododendrons, cornus and hydrangeas.

Jay Millers Circus, celebrating 250 years of Circus entertainment, returns by popular demand with an all new production for 2018. Its the show that all members of the family will enjoy.

Jay Millers Circus, celebrating 250 years of Circus entertainment, returns by popular demand with an all new production for 2018. Its the show that all members of the family will enjoy.

Informal country garden of approx 1½ acres, around C17 farmhouse (not open) with yr-round interest and a diverse range of plants. Many early spring bulbs. Mixed and herbaceous borders, colour themed; white garden with water fountain. Pergola lined with clematis and roses. Walled potager. Small orchard with chickens.

Orchids galore! These little known but lovely flower rich meadows are a riot of colour at this time of the year. Our National Trust Ranger will take you on a short work to explore their floral delights. Sutton Lane Meadows is a traditionally managed hay meadow.

Back for its fourth year, the Semington Slog this year will include a 10KM, 2KM and a Fun Run. This is a circular run taking in the beautiful Wiltshire countryside including the canal towpath, and country tracks. Barbecue, refreshments, bouncy castle and lots more to keep everyone entertained, whether running or not.

Royal Wootton Bassett Town Veterans (over 40’s) welcome their RAF FA equivalents to the Gerard Buxton Sports Ground on Sunday 29th April in a charity match raising funds for the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund.

8 Acres of Grade II landscaped organic gardens set around C15 fortified manor (not open). Edwardian garden consisting of yew hedges, topiary, pleached beech, and laburnum tunnel. Large variety of plants fill 5000 square metres of planting; many of which are native or herbal.

Crocuses, daffodils, snowdrops, primroses and hellebores; the flowers of Spring burst into glorious life at The Courts garden. Every visit to The Courts throughout March will be different as the flowers wake up after a long winter’s rest.

Come along to our wonderful friendly Market. We have a great selection of stalls selling Jewellery, housewares, collectables, wood work and much more. We also serve cakes, hot and cold drinks and our famous Bacon Rolls. Sunday 6th and Monday 7th May 11am-3pm We have a Facebook page

1740s mansion house later extended by Clough Williams Ellis in 1920s (not open). The formal gardens originally created around the house have been developed over the years to create a wonderful garden full of many unusual plants. Current owner is very passionate and has developed a fine collection of rarities.

Pretty Muddy® isn’t like any other fundraising event. It’s a muddy obstacle course that women of any ability can climb over, crawl under, and charge through. Choose from either 5k or 10k Pretty Muddy events. Whatever the distance. However dirty you get. THIS IS BEATING CANCER.

A 5k suitable for all abilities - or up the challenge and take part in a Race for Life 10k! HOW TO ENTER: Online via the Race For Life Website - raceforlife.cancerresearchuk.org/find-an-event?utm_source=WhereCanWeGo&utm_medium=Listing&utm_campaign=RFL18 Women of any age welcome.

Malmesbury Abbey Saturday 28th April 7.30pm Mozart Overture to the Magic Flute. Beethoven Piano Concerto No 1 - Soloist Max Li. Brahms Symphony no 2 Conductor:- Tim Harrison Leader:- Nicola Ashton

Join the residents and care team at Goodson Lodge Care Centre for afternoon tea 2pm -3pm followed by some light entertainment between 3pm -4pm. This will continue to take place every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month

Medieval style fair with Morris Dancing, food, stalls, art exhibition, a flower festival, children’s craft activities and a chance to try the Long Bow. Dress up in Medieval costume to get into the spirit of the event.

Biss Meadows

Trowbridge Chorus Spring Concert. With invited Soloists and Orchestra, the choir will be performing Vivaldi’s‘ Gloria’ and Easter music from Handel’s ‘Messiah’ on Saturday 12 May 2018 in The Parish Church of St. James’ Trowbridge, BA14 8RU at 7.30 pm. Doors open 7.pm.

Edington

Free to enter, quality and not on the high street Craft and Gift Market. Jewellery, handbags, leather goods, metal goods, textiles, beauty products, art, cards, etc etc

This is something different. A large organically managed garden with beautiful specimen trees and Georgian house. Used as wedding venue. The huge ancient plane tree by the lake (formerly monastic carp ponds) is home to a fairy garden. Walled garden with many old varieties of fruit trees, soft fruit and vegetables.

A contemporary Art Exhibition with works by Lisa Metcalfe and Amanda Meaden. Textiles furniture, prints and cards for sale plus a series of workshops Contact lisametcalfe41@gmail.com or 07934696546 www.facebook.com/BA151RF/

The inaugural Friends of John of Gaunt School Quiz Night! Staff, parents, governors, friends (no students/children) Gloucester Hall - John of Gaunt School - Wingfield Road - Trowbridge To have fun, raise money for school projects and for the trophy!

Dreadzone. Artists performing: Dreadzone.: Tickets avaiable.

Rebecca Kenny narrator Discover the magic of musical instruments as the Magnard Ensemble and narrator Rebecca Kenny bring to life the characters of Roald Dahl’s The Three Little Pigs in this interactive family concert with storytelling and live music.

Avoncliff and Winsley

White Horse business park (Bank Holiday)

Delightful 2 acre community garden, created and maintained by volunteers. Features incl 7 individual display gardens, ornamental pond, plant nursery, Iron Age round house, artwork, fitness trail, separate kitchen garden site, Swindon beekeepers and the haven, overflowing with wild flowers.

‘One of the best voices in pop’ (The Daily Mirror) The Christians took the British pop charts by storm in the late 80s/early 90s with a multi platinum debut album (THE CHRISTIANS).

To mark the 100th Anniversary of the Armistice Trowbridge Players present this moving drama. ’The Accrington Pals’ follows the story of the innocent and enthusiastic men who volunteered their services to their country after Kitchener’s calls for a New Army.