NGS open Day Monday 5th October 11.00 - 4.00pm. All garden tickets proceeds go to NGS, we will also be running workshops (chargeable) and guided garden walks.

Prepare for Spring Sunday 18th October 11.00 - 4.00pm. A chance to buy bulbs for next spring for a variety of sellers. Also join the head gardener for a walk around the garden and pick up some tips to use in your own garden.

Nuts about Nature 24th - 28th October 11.00 - 4.00 Nature themes events and trails for children

The following event will take place at Barrington Court, Barrington, nr Ilminster TA19 0NQ

Chutfest 3rd - 4th October 11.00 - 4.30

A chance to swap your excess chutneys and preserves, visit the food fair, take your troublesome chutney questions to a chutney clinic with Vivien Lloyd, see some Morris Dancers, Folk South West performing their Apple play. Have a donkey ride through the orchard and pick apples to try in our apple press. No extra charge for the event, but 50p for a table to do swapping.

Help Wanted at Lytes Cary

Do you have a spare day a couple of times a month to come and help us at Lytes Cary? We are in need of room stewards to welcome visitors and help them have an enjoyable visit to the house and to provide a watchful eye over the house and its contents. You will receive full training and support. Once you have volunteered for 50 hours, you will get a volunteer card giving you a 20% discount in NT shops and catering outlets and free entry to NT properties. There are many other 'perks to the job' including trips and socials so please get in touch on 01458 224471 or caroline.woodgate@nationaltrust.org.uk.'