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Art Workshops at Pollok HousePollok HouseDates between : Mon 24 Jun - Tue 13 AugA series of painting and drawing workshops held at Pollok house: art tuition & inspiration from artist and tutor, Julie Arbuckle (BA Hons fine art) Cost is £85 per workshop Each workshop is for two days from 10am to 4pm (one hour lunch break), and all materials are provided.
Monday 24th & Tuesday 25th June 2013 Drawing Animals: Fur, Feathers and Form
Monday 12th & Tuesday 13th August 2013 Oil Painting Basics: Still Life
See Greenbank Gardens Website for other NTS workshops by Julie http://www.nts.org.uk/Property/Greenbank-Garden/ To Book a place, or for more information, phone: 07835 683 578 Email julie.arbuckle@gmail.com Web: www.juliearbuckle.co.uk
For further information please call 0844 4932202 phone: 07835 683 578 |
Southside Film Festival - Gosford ParkPollok HouseSun 19 Mayjoin us for a unique cinematic and culinary experience in the beautiful surroundings of Pollok House, one of Scotland’s grandest Edwardian country houses. Southside Film Festival, in partnership with National Trust Scotland, are delighted to present Gosford Park a 1930’s ‘whodunit’ starring Stephen Fry, Maggie Smith and Glasgow’s own Kelly MacDonald. We follow the upstairs guests and their downstairs servants at a country house weekend shooting party where a series of illicit trysts and dodgy business deals culminate in murder. From 5.30pm onwards enjoy a pre-film drink in the opulence of the Pavilion Library overlooking the gardens of the house, you will then be led through to the Dining Room for the screening at 6.15pm surrounded by the artwork and portraits of the Maxwell family. After the credits roll follow the double sweeping staircase downstairs to the servants’ quarters for a two course meal and glass of wine in the kitchen restaurant. Ticket price includes a two course meal (main and dessert) with a glass of wine and the film screening. The bar in the library is a paid bar. Dinner menu available at www.southsidefilmfestival.net. If you have any dietary or access requirements please email southsidefilmfest@gmail.com Tickets are available via www.tickets-scotland.com or in person at Young’s Interesting Books, Skirving St. View the full Southside Film Festival programme here.
For further information please call 0844 493 2202 |
The Scottish Country House in ActionPollok HouseMon 1 Jul - Thu 31 Oct“At Home” in Pollok House From 1st July 2013 • The Mistress has sent out the "At Home" invitation cards, but what will happen on the day? • Why did the family eat such big meals in Edwardian times? • Even with water closets in place why was urine collected from chamber pots every morning? • Learn about the life of a maid of all works. • Why would you earn more as a footman if you were a twin?
Want to find the answers to these, and many more questions, about Edwardian life in a Scottish country house?
From 1st July till October 31st 2013 take a walk back in time to 1900-10 when Pollok House was in its heyday. Talk with our guides, who will be dressed in authentic Edwardian costume, they have the answers to your questions.
For further information please call 0844 4932202 No Booking necessary – Normal entry prices apply. Last entry to House 16.30. |
Curse of the White PearlPollok HouseDates between : Mon 15 Jul - Mon 29 Jul“Soon, everybody will be affected by the curse of the white pearl!”- Extract from a letter found in the mistress’s bedroom.
Come along to our family event and learn about the fabulous Habsburg dynasty.
Pollok House is in great danger; help us to stop the curse of the white pearl and save the House from this awful curse...
To solve the mystery of the White Pearl you will need to find answers to the clues through investigation and by asking our characters.
Please note: Booking is essential as places are limited to a maximum of 20 per game.
Usual admission prices apply with additional cost of £2 per adult and £1 per child to play the game.
For further information please call 0844 4932202 Pre-booking essential. |
Pollok Country Park was voted Best Park in Britain 2007, and Europe’s Best Park in 2008
Garden and Country Park: all year, daily.
House, Shops and Restaurant: all year, daily 10-5 (closed 25/26 Dec & 1/2 Jan).
Tel. 0844 493 2202
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