Celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in classic Royal style at the magnificent Treasure Houses of England. Hosting an array of eclectic events – and with intrinsic links to the monarchy - the historic houses make the perfect venues to mark this momentous occasion.
Beaulieu’s fabulous 50’s themed event features a range of entertainment for all the family (2nd-5th June), including a drive-in of 50’s vehicles, live jazz from Riverboat Days and old style fun fair rides and stalls.
A Jubilee Bank Holiday Celebration Weekend will amaze all visitors to Blenheim Palace (2nd-5th June). With children’s characters Rupert the Bear and Noddy & Big Ears delighting the crowds on 3rd, Bunbury’s Celebrity Cricket Match and afternoon tea on 4th and Massed Brass Bands on 5th – it look set be to a wondrous weekend out.
Follow in the footsteps of the Queen herself who is scheduled to visit Burghley House as a part of her Jubilee Tour. Admire its gorgeous Elizabethan architecture, ‘Capability Brown’ landscaped parklands and internationally revered collections. A Jubilee Jamboree (2nd – 10th June) will offer summer activities for youngsters at an ‘Alice in Wonderland’ themed festival, boasting tea parties, sporting events and have-a-go fun, including painting your own teacups!
Commemorate Half Term
at Chatsworth (2nd - 10th
June) with a 1950s extravaganza of events and activities to amuse and enthral the
family in true celebratory style. Their four day British summer fete and street
party (2nd –5th June) will recreate the original
Coronation via a giant street party in the garden complete with fancy dress,
bunting and flag decorations, and village fete. Also hosting Royal walking tours, wool
spinning crafts and giant TV screen to transmit the live action and procession
as it happens; Chatsworth will deliver an inspired and memorable event for all.
Don’t miss Harewood House’s spectacular street
party (2nd 5th June, 10am-4pm). Displaying exciting TV
coverage on screens placed throughout the venue, enjoy quintessentially English
food, craft activities and several special exhibitions (31st March – 17th June). ‘Royal Harewood: Celebrating the Life
of The Yorkshire Princess’, and ‘Marcus Adams: Royal Photographer, photographs
from the Royal Collection’ offers a unique insight into the life of HRH
Princess Mary in Yorkshire, including some previously unseen items from her Faberge
and Fan collection, many given as gifts when Harewood was a Royal
Household. In the Terrace Gallery,
intimate photographs of a young Monarch to-be will be on view for the first
time in the UK in 2012 to celebrate this special year.
Holkham Hall’s new exhibition highlights the
400-year long royal connection between the monarchy and Holkham’s Coke family
establishment (April-October). Delve into the archives, library, personal records and photos to discover original items
that illustrate the spellbinding story. In addition, Holkham and Black
Knight Historical celebrate the Jubilee (3rd - 5th June)
with a true party atmosphere as the Hall, Bygones Museum and Courtyard become
alive teeming with activities and events inspired by the 1950s such as a flotilla
workshop and 1950s café menu.
For a distinctly
British party, head to Leeds Castle
for their Diamond Jubilee 1950s Weekend (2nd & 3rd
June). Relish cream teas, 1950s cars and engines and picnic in style as the
Thames Pageant is broadcast on a big screen.
In the evening, enjoy
a vintage newsreel of the Coronation, highlights of the day’s events and 1950s
blockbuster Grease ahead of fantastic fireworks accompanied by music. Leeds Castle will also be staging a Jousting
Tournament (5th - 10th June) where Medieval activities –
including a craft marquee for children - and various entertainment will wow the
masses as they are treated to twice-daily jousting tournaments from knights on
horseback in the grounds of the incredible 900-year old castle.
Head to Hatfield House on Monday 4th June as they light a
jubilee beacon as part of the celebrations.
Woburn Abbey will have a special trail around the house
allowing children to investigate the many links between Woburn, the Dukes of
Bedford and the Royal Family. There will
be lots to please all the family, from lawn games to a special Jubilee
Afternoon Tea and the opportunity to find yourself in our 19th century Hornbeam Maze (not normally open to the public).
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