JUNE
HERALDIC DESIGN
OWL PROWLS
JULY
OWL PROWLS
HENRY VIII KING & COURT
PAINTING DAY
MEET THE MUSIC MAKERS
TUDOR COOKERY
AUGUST
SUNDIALS
CANDLELIT TOURS
CONCERT FOR THE KING

Saturday 21 June

Heraldic Design – A Basic Introduction

– A workshop with Josie Brown
Scribe and accredited CLAS tutor, Josie Brown, explains the origins of heraldry and its influence on modern symbols such as the Red Cross. This workshop offers guidelines for drawing and decorating your own shield, perhaps using a pun on a name or favourite pastime. No experience is necessary. A list of materials will be supplied.

10:00am - 4:00pm, tickets £20

Light refreshments included; bring your own lunch.

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Wednesday 25 June

Friday 27 June

Tuesday 1 July

Thursday 3 July

Owl Prowls

Broadcaster and conservationist, Chris Sperring MBE will share his wide experience and knowledge of British Owls, followed by a conducted Owl Prowl in the grounds. Acton Court is host to three species of owl and these are often (though not guaranteed) to be seen or heard in the evenings.

7:30pm, tickets £5 (suitable for children)

All proceeds to the Hawk and Owl Trust

NOTE: numbers are limited, so please indicate a second choice date on the booking form.

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Sunday 13 July

Henry VIII King and Court

– A talk by Alison Weir, author and historian
"Weir is an expert on Tudor history, and her work is both scholarly and readable - an enviable talent to possess." (The Bookseller)
Alison Weir will be talking about Henry VIII, the man and the King, and setting him within the context of his court, the most magnificent in English history – a grand stage rich in pageantry, intrigue, passion and luxury. Seen from this new perspective, Henry emerges as a fully rounded and realistic personality, not the two-dimensional caricature of popular misconception. Alison will also make reference to the visit of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn to Acton Court in 1535, and talk about the events surrounding it.

Alison Weir will be available to sign copies of her books, which will be for sale on the day.