What&#x27;s on in Barkston Heath

Wed 22 Jul11:00Belton Estate NT(3.2mi)

Pokémon joins Belton’s Summer of Play

Calling Pokémon fans new and old! This Summer of Play, Pokémon are jumping into the great outdoors near you. Are you ready to share the magic with a new generation? From 18 July to 2 September, on top of an already jam-packed Summer of Play, discover all-new Pokémon zones. Get stuck into the Pokémon Trading Card Game, flex your skills and collect Mega Evolution stickers! Plus, join the Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the gardens for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers, and complete your own challenges. The Ready, Set, Play zone on the East Lawn will include Explorer Mini Golf and active games like badminton and swingball. Bring your teddies to explore with them on the teddy zipline and build them a castle out of bricks, chill out in the sensory zone, and take on giant board games with all the family. Pokémon trail sheets (while stocks last) will be available to collect on the day. Normal admission also applies (free for National Trust members).

Wed 22 Jul11:00Grantham House(4.9mi)

Wellness & Wellbeing

Mindfulness and Meditation

Mindfulness is the art of not identifying with unhelpful thoughts and of living in the present moment which in turn lessens stress and anxiety. What better place to practice it than in the peaceful surroundings of Grantham House, connecting with nature, with the beautiful house and St Wulframs Church in the background. What to expect: Mindful Walking and movement in nature around the walled gardens and woodland Meditation Breathing exercises Sharing well-being practices Mindful tea or other drink (included in ticket price) The benefits of attending: You’ll get to check out the beautiful house and gardens Practice meditation and mindfulness activities A sense of finding your own inner peace and calm Connecting with like-minded people If practiced regularly, less stress and anxiety, improved mood and sleep, a calmer mind and better self esteem, confidence and self awareness. Book now at https://couling.co.uk/events

Wed 22 Jul11:00Grantham House(4.9mi)

The Garden of Hope

This powerful installation, from local charity Evelyn's Butterfly Effect, features 98 handpainted steel butterflies, each representing a life lost to suicide in Lincolnshire. Created by local schools and community groups, the artwork encourages open conversations around mental health, suicide awareness, and - above all - hope.

Thu 23 Jul10:30Belton Estate NT(3.2mi)

Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Trail at Belton

Calling Pokémon fans new and old! From 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the gardens for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers, and complete your own challenges. Are you ready for a mega adventure? Trail sheets will be available to collect on the day. Normal admission also applies (free for National Trust members).

Thu 23 Jul11:00Belton Estate NT(3.2mi)

Pokémon joins Belton’s Summer of Play

Calling Pokémon fans new and old! This Summer of Play, Pokémon are jumping into the great outdoors near you. Are you ready to share the magic with a new generation? From 18 July to 2 September, on top of an already jam-packed Summer of Play, discover all-new Pokémon zones. Get stuck into the Pokémon Trading Card Game, flex your skills and collect Mega Evolution stickers! Plus, join the Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the gardens for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers, and complete your own challenges. The Ready, Set, Play zone on the East Lawn will include Explorer Mini Golf and active games like badminton and swingball. Bring your teddies to explore with them on the teddy zipline and build them a castle out of bricks, chill out in the sensory zone, and take on giant board games with all the family. Pokémon trail sheets (while stocks last) will be available to collect on the day. Normal admission also applies (free for National Trust members).

Thu 23 Jul11:00Grantham House(4.9mi)

The Garden of Hope

This powerful installation, from local charity Evelyn's Butterfly Effect, features 98 handpainted steel butterflies, each representing a life lost to suicide in Lincolnshire. Created by local schools and community groups, the artwork encourages open conversations around mental health, suicide awareness, and - above all - hope.

Thu 23 Jul12:00Grantham House(4.9mi)

History & Heritage

Garden Tours at Grantham House

Join one of our knowledgeable Garden Volunteers for a detailed exploration of the beautiful gardens at Grantham House. These tours will last approximately 45 minutes and are on accessible pathways. There are limited spaces on these tours so please enquire when you arrive to be added to the list on the day.

Thu 23 Jul14:00Grantham House(4.9mi)

Garden Tours at Grantham House

Join one of our knowledgeable Garden Volunteers for a detailed exploration of the beautiful gardens at Grantham House. These tours will last approximately 45 minutes and are on accessible pathways. There are limited spaces on these tours so please enquire when you arrive to be added to the list on the day.

Fri 24 Jul10:30Belton Estate NT(3.2mi)

Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Trail at Belton

Calling Pokémon fans new and old! From 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the gardens for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers, and complete your own challenges. Are you ready for a mega adventure? Trail sheets will be available to collect on the day. Normal admission also applies (free for National Trust members).

Fri 24 Jul11:00Belton Estate NT(3.2mi)

Pokémon joins Belton’s Summer of Play

Calling Pokémon fans new and old! This Summer of Play, Pokémon are jumping into the great outdoors near you. Are you ready to share the magic with a new generation? From 18 July to 2 September, on top of an already jam-packed Summer of Play, discover all-new Pokémon zones. Get stuck into the Pokémon Trading Card Game, flex your skills and collect Mega Evolution stickers! Plus, join the Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the gardens for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers, and complete your own challenges. The Ready, Set, Play zone on the East Lawn will include Explorer Mini Golf and active games like badminton and swingball. Bring your teddies to explore with them on the teddy zipline and build them a castle out of bricks, chill out in the sensory zone, and take on giant board games with all the family. Pokémon trail sheets (while stocks last) will be available to collect on the day. Normal admission also applies (free for National Trust members).

Fri 24 Jul11:00Grantham House(4.9mi)

The Garden of Hope

This powerful installation, from local charity Evelyn's Butterfly Effect, features 98 handpainted steel butterflies, each representing a life lost to suicide in Lincolnshire. Created by local schools and community groups, the artwork encourages open conversations around mental health, suicide awareness, and - above all - hope.

History & HeritageTalks & Lectures

Grantham House Guided History Talk

A special chance to discover the history of Grantham House, from the 15th century to the present day, and the people who called it home. Led by one of our knowledgeable volunteers, you may even venture upstairs to parts of the building not normally open to the public.

Fri 24 Jul12:00Grantham House(4.9mi)

Sat 25 JulGrantham Running Club(4.9mi)

Heckington Show 10 Mile - GP Round

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via Grantham Running Club

Sat 25 Jul10:30Belton Estate NT(3.2mi)

Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Trail at Belton

Calling Pokémon fans new and old! From 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the gardens for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers, and complete your own challenges. Are you ready for a mega adventure? Trail sheets will be available to collect on the day. Normal admission also applies (free for National Trust members).

Sat 25 Jul11:00Belton Estate NT(3.2mi)

Nature & Outdoors

Peascliffe Tunnel Circular Guided Walk

A circular morning walk taking in some fantastic vistas across Belton and Grantham. Taking the bridal path adjacent to Syston Hall, which was the home of Sir John Thorold and the home of Britain’s first road race circuit. The route takes us up Whipperstall Hill via Green Lane, through Gashouse Plantation and past South Lodge. We then turn left, along the road (grass verge) heading towards Barkston Airfield, a former WWII bomber airfield, before heading down Minnets Hill to Barkston Village. Heading across the road junction to pick-up the public footpath on the left, walking along the River Witham and then heading up to Peascliffe Tunnel before returning to Belton Estate via Belton Hotel. Distance 15km.

Sat 25 Jul11:00Belton Estate NT(3.2mi)

Pokémon joins Belton’s Summer of Play

Calling Pokémon fans new and old! This Summer of Play, Pokémon are jumping into the great outdoors near you. Are you ready to share the magic with a new generation? From 18 July to 2 September, on top of an already jam-packed Summer of Play, discover all-new Pokémon zones. Get stuck into the Pokémon Trading Card Game, flex your skills and collect Mega Evolution stickers! Plus, join the Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the gardens for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers, and complete your own challenges. The Ready, Set, Play zone on the East Lawn will include Explorer Mini Golf and active games like badminton and swingball. Bring your teddies to explore with them on the teddy zipline and build them a castle out of bricks, chill out in the sensory zone, and take on giant board games with all the family. Pokémon trail sheets (while stocks last) will be available to collect on the day. Normal admission also applies (free for National Trust members).