Events
FROM APRIL 2012
OPEN TO PUBLIC ON
SUNDAYS, MONDAYS & GOOD FRIDAY
with the
BEAUTIFUL BLUEBELL WOODLAND WALK
DURING APRIL & MAY
CAPESTHORNE FOR GROUPS
Parties of any number are welcome on the usual open days. On non-open days special tours of historic Capesthorne Hall can be booked in advance for groups of 40 and over, which includes admission to the Hall, Gardens and family Chapel. Catering packages can be booked in advance through the Hall Manager 01625 861221.
Special offer for Mondays only (exc. Bank Hols) throughout the season
Combined ticket (Hall, Gardens and Chapel) £12.50 per car (max 4 persons) or £47.50 per mini bus (max 12 persons) or £95 per coach (up to 50 persons) Butler's Pantry open for light refreshments, for larger groups pre-booking necessary.
For enquiries about future events, or about booking the facilities at Capesthorne Hall please send your name, address and e-mail details to: info@capesthorne.com or contact the Hall Manager on 01625 861221
Events for 2012
| April - May |
Bluebell Festival
Fairy folk across cheshire will be dusting off their fairy wings as Capesthorne Hall launches their 'Fairies Go Free' policy to celebrate the arrival of the dramatic displays of Bluebells. In honour of folklore linking bluebells and the fairy world, any child aged up to 11 who visits the Gardens wearing a fairy costume during bluebell season can explore them for free. Through the Bluebell wood there are pictures of Fairies, ask for an entry from at the gate or at the Butler's Pantry tea room, then see if you can find them all. Return your completed form to the Butler's Pantry for a free fairy cake and entry into our prize draw. |
| 27th May |
Car Show : The 34th Cheshire Car & Motorcycle Show Including Cheshire Jaguar Day Time: 10am - 4pm Hall opens from 12 noon (last admission 3.30 pm)
Butlers Pantry open 11am - 4.30 pm, for wonderful Home-made Refreshments
Email: info@classicshows.org
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| 10th June |
Triathlon Email: contactus@tattontriathlon.co.uk Phone: 08712880584 |
| 4th July |
The Little English Theatre presents: 'A Midsummer Nights Dream' by william Shakespear Outdoor performance (please bring folding seat or blanket) Gates open 6.30pm for picnics Advance tickets via ticketweb: £13.50 adult, £8 child, £36 family (2+2) Tickets on gate: £15 adult, £10 child.
To book visit: or call the booking hotline on 08444771000
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| 29th July |
Car Show: The 7th Classic Sports Car Sunday including Cheshire Kit Car Day & the 4th North West Mini Show Time: 10am - 4pm Hall opens from 12 noon (last admission 3.30 pm)
Butlers Pantry open 11am - 4.30 pm, for wonderful Home-made Refreshments
Email: info@classicshows.org
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| 9th & 10th August |
Black Beauty Peel Heritage brings the classic equine tale of 'Black Beauty' to life this summer in a stylish and modern theatrical adaptation. Open Air theatre Event Gates open 5pm Production starts at 7.30pm Adults £18 children £10 Concessions £15 Family tickets £50 (2 adults & 2 children) Bring a picnic or enjoy the refreshments for the Butler's Pantry. To book tickets visit: www.blackbeautylive.com or call 08448717627
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| 11th August |
Firework Champions
4 spectacular firework displays all on one night!
The event runs as a competition format with 3 teams firing against each other. The audience have the chance to text vote for the winning display Enquiries: 01327 876037 Email: mail@mlepyrotechnics.co.uk Website: www.fireworkchampions.co.uk
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| 26th August |
Car Show: The 35th Cheshire Classic Car & Motorcycle Show inc NW Mercedes Day & American Autoclub GB Regional Day Time: 10am - 4pm Hall opens from 12 noon (last admission 3.30 pm)
Butlers Pantry open 11am - 4.30 pm, for wonderful Home-made Refreshments
Email: info@classicshows.org
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| 9th September |
Wedding Fayre 12noon - 4pm A fantastic selection of the area’s finest wedding specialists, plus two stunning catwalk fashion shows at 1pm and 3pm, as well as live entertainment. Marriage Ceremony Presentation at 2pm. Free admission and car parking.
Contact: http://weddinglink.greatbritishwedding.co.uk/shows/fayres/
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| 6th & 7th October |
Craft, Gift & Food Fair Open 10am to 5pm each day. Wide selection of hand made crafts plus gifts from around the world in two large marquees Speciality food stalls Hall opens from 12 noon (last admission 3.30 pm) Butlers Pantry open 11 am - 4.30 pm, for wonderful Home-made Refreshments Enquiries: 01744 750606/07966 499748 e-mail sandraCCA@aol.com Web www.creativecrafts-online.co.uk
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| 23rd, 24th & 25th November |
Christmas at Capesthorne with Crafts During the normally closed winter period, join us to discover the warmth and ambiance of Christmas at Capesthorne. The visit allows a glimpse through the doors of a family-owned stately home decorated for Christmas. Whilst walking around the house you will be entertained by local musicians, school choirs and there will be an extra special visit from Santa. After pausing to listen to the music the tour takes you upstairs through the house then out to the marquee where there is an opportunity to visit the craft stalls.
Festive treats including hot meat rolls, soup, mulled wine and mince pies will be on sale in the Butlers Pantry.
PRICES
Advance tickets: Adults £8.00, Children (Over 4 years) £4.50 Pre-booked groups of 20+ : Adults £7.50, Children £3.50 Family (2 adults + 2 children) £24 further children @£3.50
On the Gate: Adults £9.00, Children (Over 4 years) £5.00 Family (2 adults + 2 children) £26further children £3.50
For all ticket enquiries including coaches please contact: info@capesthorne.com or call 01625 861221.
As part of your entrance price you can also visit the wonderful Craft, Gift & Food Fair A wide selection of handmade crafts / gifts from around the world and speciality food stalls in the Hall's basement and a large marquee. Enquiries: 01744 750606/07966 499748
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