All change for the 2017 Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials
The 2017 Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials will take place a week later than usual in 2017 (13-17 September), and will be held over five days instead of four.

Event Director Mandy Hervieu explains: “The date change is due to the fact that for many years three of the bigger international horse trials (Blair Castle, Burghley and Blenheim Palace) have been on consecutive weekends, which puts pressure on many … (View original article)

When the Sefton Group announced it had a ‘credible’ potential buyer for the Castle Mona we had expected something a little more down to earth.

But it has emerged that one of the interested parties has ambitions for the long-closed seafront landmark that are just – incredible.

The self-styled King of Moraceae wants to acquire the Castle Mona as the base for his plan to create the planet’s first ‘futurist realm’.

From here His Majesty, The Sole, King of Moraceae – aka… (View original article)

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Couples planning to tie the knot from 2017 will be able to add the historic Lincoln Castle and The Collection museum to their list of possible wedding venues.

Pending wedding licensing approval in the New Year, Lincolnshire County Council plans to add the scenic castle, The Collection and the Usher Gallery to its Heritage Wedding Venues venture.

The Usher Gallery in Lincoln.

From vows in the centre of a former Roman fort… (View original article)

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The magical tales and world of Beatrix Potter is set to come alive this Christmas at Leeds Castle for a special event.

The castle near Maidstone is holding A Tale of Christmas to relive the classic Beatrix Potter tales on the 150th anniversary of her birth.

Families will be captivated by the beautiful displays as they wander through the Castle, with exquisitely created scenes and installations. Highlights will include a life-size interpretation of Mr Mc… (View original article)

The “Save Malahide Castle Woodlands and Bridgefield” community group, set up to campaign to save the Woodlands and Bridgefield at Malahide Castle from over-development by Fingal County Council, have won their case in the High Court. The Council conceded defeat as the case was about to be heard on 6th December.

A spokesperson for the “Save Malahide Castle Woodlands and Bridgefield” community group said, “The campaign to oppose the development was based on the community’s opposition t… (View original article)

Blenheim Palace is in the midst of its outdoor Christmas at Blenheim exhibition, which is part of an extended events calendar that will ensure the venue remains open all year through.

This comes as Blenheim Palace has done well to attract high customer retention and repeat visits from Brits and international tourists alike. According to head of marketing Stephanie Hendley, 2016 marks a first in terms of a real festive focus at Blenheim.

“Traditionally we have decorated… (View original article)

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