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June 2022
Jubilee Swing with the Mini Big Band
Following the success of our 2021 Summer Night Swing event, we’re pleased to welcome the Mini Big Band back to the Gardens for an evening of swing music to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.
Find out more »Conservation in action – potting shed
See how the conservation team look after the historical items in the potting shed whilst they work on checking and documenting the collection.
Find out more »Willow Frame Basket Workshop with Anna & the Willow
Join Anna from Anna & the Willow to create a beautiful & functional frame basket. Using centuries-old techniques these baskets can be used for berry picking & foraging or decoration.
Find out more »Captain Saviles 15th Century re-enactment weekend
This wonderful re-enactment weekend offers visitors a chance to see a fully equipped camp complete with medieval tents and a camp kitchen. Re-enactors carry out the everyday tasks of medieval life such as chopping wood, fetching water, food preparation and, within the castle itself, displays of spinning silk as well as cooking, the medieval way.
Find out more »July 2022
Medieval Event 1645 British Civil wars siege of Bolton Castle
During the mid-17th century, a conflict took place, often referred to as the English Civil War, but more accurately the British Civil Wars. King Charles 1 had fallen out with his parliament over several issues, but all were related to who had the right to rule.
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