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May 2008

Thursday, 22nd

Pampered Chef Fundraiser
Location: Wittersham
A FUN EVENING WITH THE PAMPERED CHEF - Join us for a fun cookery demonstration. Guests will have a chance to take part and sample some of the food. Proceeds from the evening will go to The Wittersham WI. Entrance £2.00 which includes a welcome drink and a Homemade Biscuit. For more information and advance ticket sales call Jean Elliot– 01797 270656 or Caroline Lane- 01797 226227/0795633220 Time: 7.30pm at Wittersham Village Hall.

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.

Friday, 6th

Pampered Chef Pimms and Pudding Cooking Show!
Location: Peasmarsh
Raising funds for The Oliver Curd Trust - this evening promises to be fun all the way with The Pampered Chef Pimm's and Pudding Cooking Show to be held at Peasmarsh Primary School, School Lane, Peasmarsh from 7pm until 10pm. Come and see how easy it is to prepare delicious desserts and get to sample some too! Advance ticket sales call Sarah Curd on 01797 230329 or Belinda Wood on 01424 435954 -advanced tickets cost £2.00 and include a welcome glass of Pimm's or other drink and nibbles. (On the night cost is £2.50.) Book a Pampered Chef Cooking Show through the Consultant, Belinda Wood, and the Trust will receive a £5 donation.

Saturday, 7th

Sedlescombe Village Fayre
Location: Sedlescombe
The annual village fayre takes place on Sedlescombe Sports Field with the Flower Queen in attendance.Time: 14:00 - 17:00 Many stalls, traditional games, crafts, and much more. For further inforamtion contact 01424 870344.

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.

Thursday, 19th

Florestan Festival 2008
Location: Peasmarsh
(4 day event)
The Florestan Festival at Peasmarsh was established in 1998, bringing exceptional chamber concerts to the church of St Peter and St Paul in Peasmarsh and, from 2003, St Mary’s Church, Rye. Visit their web site for further information.

Saturday, 21st

Wittersham Village Fete and Dog Show
Location: Wittersham
Wittersham Village Fete and Dog Show. Time: 2pm. Parade, Main ring shows, Traditional Stalls, Horticultural Society Summer Show, Circus Workshop and Boot Fair. Bar and Real Ales Hog roast and food stalls. Evening Dance.

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