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May 2008

Saturday, 24th

'History in Brass'
Location: Bodiam
(2 day event)
Have a go at brass rubbing at Bodiam Castle using a wide variety of designs. All materials will be provided. Normal admission charges apply. Cost: Per item £1.50 Small rubbings, £3.50 Large rubbings. For further information Bernice Williamson, 01580 830196

Tuesday, 27th

'Try on Armour'
Location: Bodiam
(5 day event)
Try on replica armour and medieval clothing at Bodiam Castle. Explore the medieval and battlement and spiral staircases. Normal admission charges apply.For further information contact Bernice Williamson, 01580 830196.

Saturday, 31st

'History in Brass'
Location: Bodiam
(2 day event)
Have a go at brass rubbing at Bodiam Castle using a wide variety of designs. All materials will be provided. Normal admission charges apply. Cost: Per item £1.50 Small rubbings, £3.50 Large rubbings. For further information Bernice Williamson, 01580 830196

June 2008

Monday, 2nd

Good Planting
Location: Northiam
The course will be led by Head Gardener Fergus Garrett, who will explain how to combine plants using colour, shape, and texture. There will be talks in the Great Hall and in the garden. Time: 10am - 4.30pm. Cost £100 per person, refreshments and lunch included. 10% discount on nursery sales on the day. To book by telephone contact 01797 252878.

Sunday, 15th

'Peter Pan' by J M Barrie.
Location: Bodiam
performed by Heartbreak Theatre at Bodiam Castle. Booking Essential 0871 527 1886, Adult £15 Child £8. Time: Gates open at 6.00pm. Last admission 6:30pm - 9:00pm. The performance will continue whatever the weather. For further information contact 01580 830436.

July 2008

Saturday, 12th

'Treasure Island'
Location: Bodiam
Adapted and performed by Quantum Theatre at Bodiam Castle. Booking Essential - 0871 527 1886, Adult £15 Child £8. Time: Gates open at 6.00pm. Last admission 6:30pm - 9:00pm. The performance will continue whatever the weather. For further information contact 01580 830436.

Monday, 14th

Good Planting
Location: Northiam
The course will be led by Head Gardener Fergus Garrett, who will explain how to combine plants using colour, shape, and texture. There will be talks in the Great Hall and in the garden. Time: 10am - 4.30pm. Cost £100 per person, refreshments and lunch included. 10% discount on nursery sales on the day. To book by telephone contact 01797 252878.

Monday, 21st

Succession Planting in the Mixed Border
Location: Northiam
The course will be led by Head Gardener Fergus Garrett, who will be using the Long Border as an example. There will be a slides and talks in the Great Hall. Time: 10am - 4.30pm. Cost £100 per person, refreshments and lunch included. 10% discount on nursery sales on the day. To book by telephone contact 01797 252878.

August 2008

Saturday, 2nd

'The Merry Wives of Windsor'
Location: Bodiam
Performed by Illyria at Bodiam Castle. Booking Essential - 0871 527 1886, Adult £15 Child £8. Time: Gates open at 6.00pm. Last admission 6:30pm - 9:00pm. The performance will continue whatever the weather. For further information contact 01580 830436.

Saturday, 30th

Bodiam Castle's Grand Medieval Weekend
Location: Bodiam
(2 day event)
A great spectacle with history brought to life. Further details to follow. For further information check www.nationaltrust.org.uk/eventsNet/

September 2008

Monday, 1st

Exotic Gardening
Location: Northiam
The course will be led by Head Gardener Fergus Garrett, using Great Dixter's Tropical Garden as an example. There will be talks in the Great Hall and in the garden. Time: 10am - 4.30pm. Cost £100 per person, refreshments and lunch included. 10% discount on nursery sales on the day. To book by telephone contact 01797 252878.

Monday, 8th

Nursery Propagation Day
Location: Northiam
The nursery at Great Dixter hosts a propagation day - how to make compost,taking cuttings, dividing perennials will among the topics discussed. Time: 10am - 4.30pm. Cost £125 per person, refreshments and lunch included. 10% discount on nursery sales on the day. To book by telephone contact 01797 252878.

November 2008

Saturday, 1st

Choosing and Using Good Plants
Location: Northiam
How to choose the best plant among the huge array available. Head Gardener Fergus Garrett, will explain how to spot the good plant from the bad and what to look out for. Time: 10am - 4.30pm. Cost £100 per person, refreshments and lunch included. 10% discount on nursery sales on the day. To book by telephone contact 01797 252878.

Monday, 3rd

Preparing Your Border for Spring and Summer-The Pr
Location: Northiam
A practical day aimed at showing how to split perennials, prune and cut down, thin out self sowers and general maintenance. The course will be led by Head Gardener Fergus Garrett. Time: 10am - 4pm. Cost £100 per person, refreshments and lunch included. 10% discount on nursery sales on the day. To book by telephone contact 01797 252878.

December 2008

Saturday, 6th

The Great Dixter Christmas Fair
Location: Northiam
(2 day event)
Great Dixter will hold it's third annual Christmas Fair, which is held in the Great Hall and Yeoman's Hall. Many stalls from local traders,Chelsea Physic Garden, the nursery and the shop. Times: 11.00am - 4.00pm. The gardens will be open to the public. Tickets £5.00. If you are interested in hiring a stall at this Fair please email events@greatdixter.co.uk