A Midsummer Night's Dream
Friday, July 10, 2009
Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents Shakespeare's glorious romantic comedy, 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'. This magical evening is simply the best in family entertainment as flitting fairies, forest bound lovers and raucous tradesmen join to create the perfect summer evening. With music specially written for Shakespeare's magnificent verse, lovely costumes and a splendid band of travelling players, this promises to be one of the best entertainments of the summer.
To book your tickets please call Mary McKinlay on 01476 871004.
Adults: £12, Students and Children £8, Families £35
10% discount for parties of 10 or more. Grounds open from 6pm. Light refreshments available.
Wine and Wander Evening
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Enjoy a relaxed evening strolling around the Castle Gardens with one of our Garden Guides. Start the evening off with a glass of wine and nibbles - then depart on a conducted tour of the gardens arriving back at our Ticket Office for coffee to round off the evening.
£10 per person - Booking essential tel Mary McKinlay on 01476 871004.
In the event of bad weather the evening will be re-arranged.
The CLA Game Fair
Friday, July 24, 2009
to Sunday, July 26, 2009
The CLA Game Fair, the world’s biggest countryside event, returns to
Jools Holland Concert in the park
Saturday, August 08, 2009
Jools Holland is coming back to Belvoir Castle on Saturday 8th August with his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra for another night of pure boogie-woogie.
Gates open at 5pm with the support artists on stage from 7.30pm. There’s even a grand firework finale to round off what promises to be a magical night out at this most glorious setting.
To book call IML Concerts on 01603 660444 or on-line at www.imlconcerts.co.uk.
Advance ticket cost £32.50 with a discount for children ages 5-15 of just £15. Under 5 years are free with no ticket required.
Groups – book more than 10 adults at one time and get 10% discount – available only through IML Concerts Box Office.
FIREWORK COMPETITION
Saturday, August 22, 2009
Back for a 2nd year. A truly spectacular night out for all of the family - 3 of the UK's leading firework companies compete against each other with a 10 minute firework display choreographed to music. As a member of the audience you can text vote for the winner which is announced after a stunning finale display by organisers MLE Pyrotechnics. Gates open at 5pm and the fireworks start at 9:30pm, bring a picnic or choose from the food and drink available onsite. More information is available at www.belvoirfireworks.co.uk or by calling 0845 8334427.
500th Anniversary Celebrations -Family Fun Weekend
Saturday, August 29, 2009
to Monday, August 31, 2009
To celebrate 500 years of the Manners family at Belvoir enjoy a Bank Holiday full of Family Fun - Games, storytelling and much more - a great day out for all of the family.
Cinderella
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company as Louisa, Milky-White the cow, and all their friends decide to act out their favourite fairytale, 'Cinderella', one summer afternoon.
Full of magical pumpkins, perfect princes and the thrill of the ball, the children lose themselves in this sparkling tale of friendship, fun and fairy godmothers. Come in fancy dress and join the characters for the excitement of the fairytale parade.
To book your tickets please call Mary McKinlay on 01476 871004.
Mills at the Castle
Saturday, November 14, 2009
SPAB present a Day Conference at Belvoir Castle on the subject of Mills.
This covers an eclectic mix of subjects for those interested in the milling heritage of this country.
Tickets £55 (bookings before 1st April) £60 thereafter - includes a 2 course buffet lunch & guided tour of the castle.
Tel: 02074560909 or email simon@spab.org.uk for more information or to make a cbooking.
CHRISTMAS FANTASIA WEEK
Tuesday, December 01, 2009
to Sunday, December 13, 2009
Come for a festive day out and enjoy some stress free shopping too. Hundreds of decorated trees, choirs singing, costumed guided tours and cameos. Restaurant serving full Christmas lunch and a varied menu. Castle opens at 11am and closes at 5pm. No need to book but usual Castle entrance charges apply. Discounts available for groups of 20+. (Booking essential). To reserve a table in the restaurant or to make a group booking call 01476 871004.
NB: Closed Sat 5th &12th Dec.
June Castle
Opening days:
Sundays excluding
June 7th
Gardens Open
Mon-Thurs
from April to September
Garden Tours
Mon-Thurs
12.30 & 2.30pm
(subject to weather conditions)
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