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St Valentine’s Writing Workshop

'At the touch of love, everyone becomes a poet.' Join us for a Valentine’s Day writing workshop.

  • Booking essential
  • Admission applies

Come join us and celebrate all things love in this special St Valentine's Day writing and reflection workshop. Romantic love, familial love or self-love we'll explore it all as we delve into a few small writing exercises.

All abilities are welcome, all you need is a pen, some paper and your imagination!

For non-members of the National Trust, or visitors without a general admission ticket to the House and Gardens, the Wider Estate admission fees apply:

• Adult: £6.00

• Child: £3.00

• Family (2 adults, 2 children): £15.00

• Family (1 adult, 2 children): £9.00

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The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Suitable for over 16s

Meeting point

Please meet at Visitor Reception , a team member will take you through to the hall. Please arrive 10 minutes before the workshop is due to take place to allow for enough time to walk to the hall.

What to bring and wear

Please bring a pen and paper with you.

Accessibility

The school room is accessible through ramped access. There are accessible toilets and parking located in the Stableyard, a buggy service and an induction loop is also available on request.

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