GREAT PLACES T O V ISI T Hinton St Mary has a number of thatched and listed cottages, one mile north of Sturminster Newton. It is well known to archaeologists for the important Roman Mosaic discovered in 1963, which is now displayed in the British Museum and is considered to be the world’s first depiction of the head of Christ. There’s ample free parking and disabled facilities. Admission £5,children free. No dogs. www.hintonstmary.com
Kingston Maurward Open Day promises to be best yet This year’s Kingston Maurward Open Day on Sunday, 11th June is set to be the biggest and best yet. You can visit the 18th Century Mansion House, terrace, stunning lake and gardens; enjoy live music, dog shows,
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browse trade stands, buy locally produce from the Dorset food and drink vendors and watch student demonstrations. There’s the opportunity to stroll through the beautiful gardens to the Pimms tent on the croquet lawn and through to the Animal Park for circus skills, bouncy castle, soft play area and meet the animals. Doors are open from 10am to 5pm – and admission is free. Visit kmc.ac.uk/openday/ or call 01305 215000
Friars Court celebrates with summer garden openings Friars Court, on the edge of the village of Clanfield, Oxfordshire, home of the Willmer family is celebrating 100 years of their residency this year. Owner Charles Willmer is opening his gardens to share their beauty throughout the summer. Friars Court dates back to the 12th century when it was established as the first Hospitallery under the Monastic Orders of St John in Oxfordshire. The Willmer family have been in the house since 1917. Designer Jeffrey Cleaver and gardener Kris Hellard have divided the grounds into a series of ‘garden rooms’. These areas include the moat ponds, fire border, the rainbow bed, a rose garden and privy garden. The gardens are open for the National Garden Scheme on Monday 29th May 2pm until 6pm then re-opens
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Visit the Earl of Devon’s 600 year old family home Entertaining Guided Tours for all ages. Friendly Animals, Deer Park Safari, Adventure Play Castle & Zip Slide, Treasure Trails and much more! Famous Themed Weeks and Special Events all Season.
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