Celebrate Father's Day at the Treasure Houses of England

Celebrate the Father's Day weekend at the Treasure Houses of England. From Classic Car Shows to live music from Status Quo there's something for every dad to enjoy in some of the most fantastic venues in England.

Head down to the Hot rod & Custom Drive in Day at Beaulieu this Father's Day Sunday 21 June. The Biggest and Best Hot Rod & Custom Show in the South! Enjoy a colourful display of hundreds of hot rods and custom cars. With live music and entertainment there will be something for all the family to enjoy.

Experience the new Churchill Memorial Garden at Blenheim Palace this Father's Day. As part of a family-friendly day out, with over 2000 acres of 'Capability' Brown landscape to explore, the garden takes visitors on a horticultural journey through the Churchill's life and career. Finish an afternoon of exploring with a special Churchill Afternoon Tea in the Indian Room or take a picnic out into the gardens.

Celebrate Father's Day at Burghley with the huge Rolls Royce rally, Fine Food Market and House and Gardens. There is something to make every dad smile. Dads can also claim their free beer when purchasing any meal in the Orangery Restaurant.

Join Castle Howard's curatorial team for the Twin Peaks tour on Saturday 20 June. Discover the two pyramids which date from the first part of the 18th Century. The tour will take visitors inside both Nicholas Hawksmoor's pyramid which contains a giant bust of the Howard family ancestor Lord William Howard, and Sir John Vanbrugh's pyramid, nestling on the top of the arch at the centre of the Gatehouse.

Take dad for a lovely lunch at Chatsworth. Offering delicious, seasonal dishes in a beautiful space overlooking stunning views of the estate, the farm shop café is the perfect place to celebrate Father's Day. After lunch, Make Yourself Comfortable at Chatsworth with the exciting exhibition of contemporary furniture in the house, and discover surprises at every turn in the garden.

The special Father's Day enjoy the Yorkshire Post Motor Show at Harewood on Sunday 21 June. Find classic cars, a selection of stands and plenty of family-friendly entertainment. This year enjoy Nigel Morris with BIGFOOT® #17 Monster truck featured on Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway. With a fun fair, displays in the main area and plenty of collectibles, craft and specialist food stands there's lots for all the family to enjoy.

Enjoy a fantastic evening with Status Quo at Hatfield House on Saturday 20th June, followed by a Farmer's Market on Sunday 21 June.  Held in the Stable Yard with cakes, crafts, beers, breads, baskets and honey there's plenty for Dads to discover.

Head to Holkham Hall this Father's Day to cheer on the Burnham Market Nursery School Mid Summer 50, a 50 mile sportive to raise money for the Nursery School. Cheer on the other Dads and finish with a delicious lunch at Holkham.

Get ready for the Go Wild Father's Day at Leeds Castle from 20 – 21 June. Enjoy woodland crafts and a live creepy crawly show. Great fun for all the family to enjoy.

Enjoy the Father's Day Classic Car Show at Woburn Abbey and now in its 18th year. With over 500 classic and collectable vehicles taking part, the event is not to be missed. Vehicles include saloons, sports, American, commercial, military and classic motorcycles. Make sure you visit the auto-jumble to find that perfect part.

www.treasurehouses.co.uk

Treasure Houses of England

The Treasure Houses of England are ten of the most magnificent palaces, houses and castles in England today. Members are Beaulieu, Blenheim Palace, Burghley House, Castle Howard, Chatsworth, Harewood, Hatfield House, Holkham Hall, Leeds Castle and Woburn Abbey.  Each has its own unique charm and all combine together to give a fascinating insight into life in England over the centuries

One of the most compelling features of the Treasure Houses of England is that they all offer the visitor a living history. Most are still homes to the great families who have owned them for generations. Others keep their heritage alive by re-creating scenes and events that have dominated and shaped England from the 9th century to the present day.

Between them they house some of the most important art collections in the world with famous works from artists such as Van Dyck and Gainsborough and priceless antiques including Chippendale, Wedgwood and Meissen.

Discover hidden gems and dark secrets, follow walks and adventure trails in beautiful parklands and gardens, enjoy classical concerts, outdoor theatre, family fun and relax over afternoon tea:  the Treasure Houses change with the seasons, move with the times and always have something unexpected to offer, something new to discover.

Find out more: www.treasurehouses.co.uk