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We have checked the snowdrops today, I am pleased to say they are at long last coming out, non yet in full bloom, but beautiful as ever. Come along and see if you can get some wonderful pictures.
Dont forget to be one of the first visitors to view Kate Denton’s Sculptures in the newly landscaped grounds.
Remember the grounds are wet in places and you will require sensible footwear.
Well this cold weather has not only affected people, the snowdrops are being a little hesitant to come out and brave the cold. Please keep a check on the blog or give us a call closer to the events to monitor the progress. But remember we still have some wonderful grounds to look around, and also visitors will get the change to view sculptures by Kate Denton in both the grounds and the Keep.
Yesterday Needs You!
At Hedingham we put on a wonderful World War Two day, we have been approached by UKTV’s Yesterday Channel, they are looking for ideas for the 70th Anniversary of 1940. If you want to get involved please read on.
YESTERDAY NEEDS YOU!
Experience ‘The Spirit of 1940’ and share your story
1940 was a remarkable year in which Britain experienced the blitz, saw the start of food rationing and sent evacuees away from their homes. To commemorate the 70th anniversary of this astounding year, factual channel Yesterday is releasing a selection of TV shows that celebrate the spirit of 1940 during wartime in Britain, and now Yesterday needs you!
Ration Book Britain is coming to your screens on 15 January, and marks the launch of six specially commissioned shows. To celebrate the first show, Yesterday are asking for your help in compiling an online library of stories and memorabilia from WW2.
What are your memories of the Second World War? How did you experience life with rations? Yesterday would love to know, and is inviting you to share your experiences with others by asking for your help in collating memories and stories from times gone by.
Getting involved is easy. You can send us your own stories, pictures or scans from a scrap book. Did you keep photos of your wartime sweetheart that has always stayed with you? Or how about sharing a favourite recipe that your grandma used to make? Were you a child growing up during the war, or perhaps you’re a youngster now and can persuade your grandpa to dig out his medals?
You can send your memories in any format by email and we’ll pick the best to display on the Yesterday website for all to see. You could even record a wartime story on your new iPhone, and submit a sound bite! Getting involved is easy, simply visit www.visityesterday.co.uk or email your stories to your1940story@uktv.co.uk
The first commission from The Spirit of the 1940s begins with Ration Book Britain, a brand new, one hour special that begins on 15 January 2010 at 5pm. This particular show will commemorate the 70th anniversary of the start of food rationing in Britain, with a unique look at this period of austerity in British history and the impact that rationing had on individual lives.
Hedingham Castle is pleased to be showcasing the work of South London Sculptor Kate Denton.
Kate has worked for 30 years as a sculpter and is an elected member of the Royal Society of British Sculptors.
A number of pieces will be available for visitors to Hedingham Castle and Grounds to see on our Snowdrop Sundays in Febuary.
For further information regarding Kate’s work please see her website
We would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas. We will be updating the events pages on the website at the start of the new year.
Lots of fun things to some in 2010, some new events and of course the thrilling jousts, dramatic battles and amazing open air theatre.
See you all in 2010.
Haunting hedingham Tickets going fast, we have tickets for Thur – Sat evening from 6:30pm but only limited timings so please book ASAP.
Please call the office 01787 460261
I very big thank you from the team for bringing all the wonderful classic cars to hedinghams annual event. What a fantastic selection of ages and types of vehicles, dont forget to come back in 2010 when we hope to offer the chance of a bit of friendly competition into the mix .
Dont Forget to order your haunting hedingham tickets:
Don’t come to Hedingham Castle unless you are brave enough to witness 900 years of spine chilling history. Explore Hedingham’s mighty Norman Keep, historic architecture and Saxon earthworks, the site of sieges and feudal life, in a way that you have never done before. The bats might not be the only residents that you come across.
Tickets will be available from the office from 1st September. Please call us on 01787 460261.
Bookings start from 6.00pm
You will be booked into a 30 minute slot, placed in small groups of approximately 8 people and sent off into the darkness at 5 minute intervals.
Tickets will be sold on a first-come first-served basis.
Ticket costs:
Adults £8.00
Children £ 5.00
Please be aware the route is uneven and may to unsuitable for some visitors, this event is not suitable for wheelchair users.
September 20th Classic Cars – The Castle showcases some of the regions
finest Classic Cars. 10am -5pm
A relaxing day for all the family as Hedingham Castle showcases some of the regions finest vehicles. Enjoy the beautifully maintained vehicles in the scenic setting of the Norman Keep, extensive grounds and lake.
Admission:
Adults: £8.00
Concessions: £7.00
Children: £6.00
Family: £26.00
Come and immerse yourself in the thrilling atmosphere of times past, where the famous “Knights of Royal England “will give a dramatic and thrilling performance this August bank holiday, displaying many advance and complex cavalry skills. The Joust will test and challenge the brave knight’s horsemanship and weaponry skills. Support your favourite Knight in his quest to impress the Royal Household.
Learn about medieval food with a display from Falcon and Fetterlock, the lords cook and squire. Jonathan De hadleigh will entertain visitors young and young at heart with his tales of the role of a court rat catcher. Gordon the falconer will be fascinating all, displaying his Bird’s of Prey. The Norfolk Longbowmen will be on hand with “Have a go archery” to give you a chance to see first hand how to aim and fire an authentic bow and arrow.
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