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Designs on excellence
December 9, 2019
Outstanding building and structural projects across the region have been recognised at the 26th annual Aylesbury Vale District Council Design Awards. The ceremony at the council’s Gateway Conference Centre brought together designers, architects, builders and contractors to showcase their excellence. Seven projects were shortlisted from the nominated schemes before being judged by an expert panel against […]
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Free day at Stowe
July 19, 2019
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the gardens and park at Stowe coming into the care of the National Trust. To celebrate, the charity will be opening its doors free of charge on July 26, from 10am – 5pm, for people to explore this monumental garden and enjoy the festivities. Working together, the National Trust, Stowe […]
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Waddesdon’s ‘Aladdin’s cave’
July 8, 2019
More than 300 rarely seen objects spanning two millennia are to be revealed in new, permanent gallery at Waddesdon Manor. From a 1st-century cameo of Augustus Caesar’s grandson, to a microscope used by entomologist and flea expert Charles Rothschild, via jewellery given as presents from Queen Victoria, to objects bearing Nazi inventory numbers, gold boxes, […]
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Architect’s new role
January 10, 2019
Landscape architect Dominic Cole has become the latest patron of Turn End Trust. The Haddenham-based trust was set up to promote the integration of building and garden design; enable public access to Turn End house and garden and other examples of post-war housing design; and to conserve and maintain Turn End, its gardens and associated […]
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Historic carnival
November 2, 2018
Waddesdon’s Christmas Carnival is almost upon us, with an historic, spectacular setting and something for all the family to enjoy. Both inside and out, the displays take inspiration from wondrous festivals and celebrations conjured up by Waddesdon’s treasured artworks – from sumptuous feasts, lavish gifts and masked balls to theatre, fancy dress and fairy tales. Visitors […]
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Suffrage celebrated
May 17, 2018
Businesses at Claydon Courtyard and The National Trust at Claydon House are teaming up to host an event with Bucks Art Weeks, #100WomenArtists in recognition of the centenary of Women’s Suffrage and the long road to equality. The Phoenix Tea Rooms will be open from 10am – 5pm, serving breakfast, a range of themed lunches, teas, coffee and cakes. […]
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