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English heritage 2009
Christmas comes but once a year – so why not make the most of it by starting your celebrations early with English Heritage? Leave behind the crowded high streets to take advantage of English Heritage’s special Shopping Weekends and uncover a treasure trove of unusual gift ideas. Once you’ve got everything on your list, there’s still plenty of time to admire your stunning surroundings, indulge in a mince pie or two and join the rest of your family for a variety of seasonal tunes, tales and fun.
Equally, visitors could find themselves travelling through the ages, meeting a variety of characters from Christmas past, from a Tudor courtier to a Victorian Santa. Whether you’re marvelling at the festive falconry event or admiring the hustle and bustle of the Victorian servants as they prepare for a traditional Christmas, one thing’s for sure, it’s certain to get all the family bidding a hearty ‘Bah’ to ‘Humbug’!
Tel 0870 333 1182
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EXAMPLES
NORTH OF ENGLAND
MEDIEVAL FESTIVE FALCONRY - THE HUNT FOR CHRISTMAS
Helmsley Castle, North Yorkshire
Saturday 22 & Sunday 23 November, from 11.00
Witness spectacular aerial displays of birds of prey in flight and travel back in time to discover Christmas medieval style with our costumed falconers. If the weather is favourable Helmsey also offers the perfect spot for a wonderful winter walk, just be sure to wrap up warm!
Prices: Adult £5.00 / Concession £4.00 / Child £2.50 / Family £12.50
English Heritage Members: Free
VICTORIAN FATHER CHRISTMAS
Clifford’s Tower, North Yorkshire
Saturday 29 & Sunday 30 November, 11.00 – 16.00
Indulge in the memories of past traditons and delight the little ones with a visit to Santa Claus this Christmas. Our Victorian Father Christmas will keep younger visitors mesmorised with his tales, stories and poems while adults enjoy seasonal treats with liqueur and food tastings.
Prices: Adult £3.00 / Concession £2.40 / Child £1.50 / Family £7.50
English Heritage Members: Free
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