OverviewWe are still working on this years events schedule, which should be finalised very shortly. Please see last years events below for a flavour of what to expect.
Friday 1 April until Sunday 30 October 2011 (inclusive)
Castle & Country Park Open Every Day
Guided Tours of Castle take place at 3.00pm each afternoon, from April to October 2011 inclusive
Tuesday 18 October 2011
Children's Events
(Please scroll down to Children's Section)
Wednesday 19 October 2011
Children's Events
(Please scroll down to Children's Section)
The Big Draw
2.00pm until 4.00pm
Fun art activities for the whole family
£1.00 per person
Normal Country Park admission charges apply
Meet at the Stone Barn at Visitor Centre
Sunday 23 October 2011
Culzean Apple Event
2.00pm until 4.00pm
Apples on show. Pressing and juicing demonstrations. Micro life on apple trees. A selection of Culzean's apples on sale. Apple art activities for children.
In the Stone Barn at Visitor Centre
Saturday 29 October 2011
Light Into Dark
6.00pm until 8.00pm
A spooky Hallowe'en walk in the dark, followed by appropriate light refreshments
Places are limited bookings will be accepted from Friday 28 October, at Visitor Centre, from 9.00am tel: 01655 884400
Adult £8.00
Child £4.00 (must be over 6 years and accompanied)
Meet at Visitor Centre
Sunday 30 October 2011
Light Into Dark
5.00pm until 7.00pm (NB time difference due to end of British Summer Time)
A spooky Hallowe'en walk in the dark, followed by appropriate light refreshments
Places are limited bookings will be accepted from Friday 28 October, at Visitor Centre, from 9.00am tel: 01655 884400
Adult £8.00
Child £4.00 (must be over 6 years and accompanied)
Meet at Visitor Centre
Monday 31 October 2011
The Haunted Castle
6.00pm until 8.00pm
A creepy tour in search of spooks, followed by appropriate light refreshments.
Places are limited bookings will only be accepted on the day, at Visitor Centre, from 9.00am tel: 01655 884400
Adult £10.00
Child £5.00 (must be over 8 years and accompanied)
Meet at Castle front door
Monday 31 October 2011 to Friday 30 March 2012 inclusive:
Castle closed for winter (with the exception of special Christmas events - please scroll down for details)
Country Park open 10.0am until dusk, daily limited facilities available
Home Farm Shops and Restaurant - limited weekend opening please phone 0844 493 2148 for details
Sunday 4 December 2011
The Enchanted Castle
A captivating Christmas production which will appeal to the whole family.
10.30am until 4.00pm
(No entry 12.30pm until 1.15pm - last admission at 4.00pm)
Limited ticket numbers are available and admission is by pre-booked, timed tickets only.
Tickets will be available from Monday 3 October 2011 by contacting the NTS Customer Services Centre on 0844 493 2100, or you can purchase online at www.nts.org.uk/Events
Adult £10.00
Concession / Child £7.00
Family (2 adults and 2 children) £25.00
All above prices inlude NTS/NT members
Please note - no tickets will be on sale on the day.
Santa's Grotto
11.00am until 4.00pm
Santa will be in his Grotto at Home Farm Visitor Centre today, between 11.00am and 4.00pm.
All good girls and boys are welcome to visit!
£5.00 per child, including a gift.
Culzean Castle Christmas Market
11.00am until 4.00pm
We're delighted to announce a brand new attraction for 2011 - our Christmas Market, where you can stock up on all sorts of festive treats! A selection of local suppliers will present and offer their produce for sale. With something for everyone, why not treat yourself to something special, or grab a few stocking fillers?
In front of the Castle
Rudolph's Christmas Trail
11.00am until 3.30pm
Pick up a leaflet at the Visitor Centre and follow festive clues around the Country Park to wine a prize.
£1.00 per participant
Normal Country Park admission charges apply
Shops and Restaurant at Visitor Centre open from 11.00am until 5.00pm
ACORN Craft Fair
11.00am until 5.00pm
In the Stone Barn at Visitor Centre
Tuesday 6 December 2011
Christmas Decorations Masterclass
10.30am until 3.00pm
Culzean's Head Gardener will lead you in selecting garden materials to use in the creation of your own decorations.
All materials, lunch and refreshments are included in the cost of £40.00 per participant - but please bring your own secateurs.
Places are limited - bookings will be accepted from Monday 14 November 2011 at the Visitor Centre, or by phoning 01655 884400.
Meet at the Visitor Centre
Thursday 8 December 2011
Christmas Decorations Masterclass
10.30am until 3.00pm
Culzean's Head Gardener will lead you in selecting garden materials to use in the creation of your own decorations.
All materials, lunch and refreshments are included in the cost of £40.00 per participant - but please bring your own secateurs.
Places are limited - bookings will be accepted from Monday 14 November 2011 at the Visitor Centre, or by phoning 01655 884400.
Meet at the Visitor Centre
Friday 9 December 2011
In the Spirit of Christmas
Enjoy a night of festive luxury. Arrive to be met with champagne and canapes in the Armoury. Then soak up the history and magnificent surroundings as you are taken on a tour around the Castle.
You will then enjoy a four course meal, using only the very best local seasonal produce prepared by our chefs here at Culzean.
Throughout the night you can relax to live music from local musicians while dining in luxury.
To make a reservation or for further informaiton please phone 01655 884502
Saturday 10 December 2011
Carols in the Castle
performed by
The Choir of Paisley Abbey
The Choir of Paisley Abbey returns, once again, to perform an uplifting selection of Christmas Carols, in the magnificent setting of Culzean's Oval Staircase.
Performances take place at 3.00pm and 6.30pm
Door open 30 minutes before each performance
Tickets are £12.00 each
Available by post from Culzean Castle (send a cheque and an SAE, please) or can be purchased online at www.nts.org.uk/Events or >CLICK HERE<
Shops and Restaurant at Visitor Centre open from 11.00am until 5.00pm
ACORN Craft Fair
11.00am until 5.00pm
In the Stone Barn at Visitor Centre
In the Spirit of Christmas
Enjoy a night of festive luxury. After your arrival, Paisley Abbey Choir will sing in the magnificent surroundings of Culzean Castle. You will then be shown to the State Dining Room where you will enjoy a four course meal, using only the very best of local seasonal produce prepared by our chefs here at Culzean. Throughout the night you can relax to the sounds of local musicians while dining in luxury.
To make a reservation or for further information please phone 01655 884502
Sunday 11 December 2011
The Enchanted Castle
A captivating Christmas production which will appeal to the whole family.
10.30am until 4.00pm
(No entry 12.30pm until 1.15pm - last admission at 4.00pm)
Limited ticket numbers are available and admission is by pre-booked, timed tickets only.
Tickets will be available from Monday 3 October 2011 by contacting the NTS Customer Services Centre on 0844 493 2100, or you can purchase online at www.nts.org.uk/Events
Adult £10.00
Concession / Child £7.00
Family (2 adults and 2 children) £25.00
All above prices inlude NTS/NT members
Please note - no tickets will be on sale on the day.
Santa's Grotto
11.00am until 4.00pm
Santa will be in his Grotto at Home Farm Visitor Centre today, between 11.00am and 4.00pm.
All good girls and boys are welcome to visit!
£5.00 per child, including a gift.
Culzean Castle Christmas Market
11.00am until 4.00pm
We're delighted to announce a brand new attraction for 2011 - our Christmas Market, where you can stock up on all sorts of festive treats! A selection of local suppliers will present and offer their produce for sale. With something for everyone, why not treat yourself to something special, or grab a few stocking fillers?
In front of the Castle
Rudolph's Christmas Trail
11.00am until 3.30pm
Pick up a leaflet at the Visitor Centre and follow festive clues around the Country Park to wine a prize.
£1.00 per participant
Normal Country Park admission charges apply
Shops and Restaurant at Visitor Centre open from 11.00am until 5.00pm
ACORN Craft Fair
11.00am until 5.00pm
In the Stone Barn at Visitor Centre
CHILDRENS EVENTS
The Young Naturalists Club (YNC)
for 6 to 12 year olds
Meet at the Visitor Centre at 10.00am
No booking required
Summer membership of YNC £10.00 per child
ECOS (Environmental, Conservation and Outdoor Skills). Club
for youngsters aged 12 to 16 years old
Meet at Visitor Centre
Summer membership of ECOS £10 per head
Easter Events
Wednesday 13 April 2011
YNC Rise and Shine 10.00am until 12.00pm
ECOS - Hide and Seek 1.00pm until 3.00pm
Thursday 14 April 2011
YNC Amphibious Antics 10.00am until 12.00pm
ECOS - Conservation Challenge 1.00pm until 3.00pm
July Children's Week
Monday 18 July 2011
YNC - Flutterby 10.00an until 12.00pm
Tuesday 19 July 2011
YNC Talon-ted 10.00am until 12.00pm
ECOS Worlds of Discovery 1.00pm until 3.00pm
Wednesday 20 July 2011
YNC What Bats That? 10.00am until 12.00pm
Thursday 21 July 2011
YNC Beach Birds 10.00am until 12.00pm
ECOS - Conservation Challenge 1.00pm until 3.00pm
Friday 22 July 2011
YNC Underwater Wings 10.00am until 12.00pm
August Children's Week
Monday 8 August 2011
YNC Rangers Rule 10.00am until 12.00pm
Tuesday 9 August 2011
YNC Plants with a Purpose 10.00am until 12.00pm
ECOS Sparkling Spelaeologists 1.00pm until 3.00pm
Wednesday 10 August 2011
YNC Midweek Madness 10.00am until 12.00pm
Thursday 11 August 2011
YNC Wild in the Woods 10.00am until 12.00pm
ECOS - Conservation Challenge 1.00pm until 3.00pm
Friday 12 August 2011
YNC Voyage to Neverland 10.00am until 12.00pm
Meet and pick up at Swan Pond
Saturday 1 October 2011
10.00am until 12.00pm
First meeting of YNC Winter Programme
October School Holiday Week
Tuesday 18 October 2011
YNC Magic Mushrooms 10.00am until 12.00pm
Wednesday 19 October 2011
YNC - Oktoberfest 10.am until 12.00pm
Further YNC Winter Programme Dates:
Saturday 15 October 2011
Saturday 29 October 2011
Saturday 12 November 2011
Saturday 26 November 2011
For information on further events being held throughout Ayrshire please visit : www.comebacktoayrshire.com
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