Event - Abbey ready for TV date (Newstead Abbey)

UP to 2,000 visitors are expected when Antiques Roadshow visits Newstead Abbey next month.


The popular BBC show will be filmed at the Nottinghamshire property on Thursday 14th June for broadcast at a later date.

Series editor Simon Shaw said: “The team are all looking forward to visiting Newstead Abbey. It’s always exciting to see what will come to light on the day. We regularly see between 1,500 and 2,000 visitors on the day. Despite the high turnout everyone will get to see an expert.”

Doors open at 9.30 am and close at 4.30pm, entry is free. People with large items can send details to, BBC, Whiteladies Road, Bristol, BS8 2LR or e-mail antiques.roadshow@bbc.co.uk

From: http://www.chad.co.uk/lifestyle/abbey-ready-for-tv-date-1-4527188

Event - Newstead Abbey hopes for Antiques Roadshow tourist boost

NOTTINGHAMSHIRE’S Newstead Abbey is set to host an episode of popular BBC1 programme the Antiques Roadshow later this year.

The Sunday teatime staple will be filmed at the former home of Romantic poet Lord Byron on Thursday 14th June, for broadcast at a later date.

And the Abbey’s staff hope that its television appearance will give the Nottingham City Council-owned tourist attraction a publicity boost that will encourage more people to visit.

Penny Beniston, house and event manager, said: “The Antiques Roadshow coming to Newstead Abbey means such a lot to the whole team at Nottingham City Council.

“The gardeners are so looking forward to showcasing their work, the café is planning a very special menu, and as for the Abbey itself, we are hoping to invite visitors in to wander around at their leisure to enjoy everything that the house can offer - whether that is the Byron connection, the Civil War interest or the Victorian side to Newstead.

“There is something for everyone.”

Presented by newsreader Fiona Bruce, the Antiques Roadshow sees thousands of people queue up to get their family heirlooms, jumble sale bargains and quirky keepsakes valued by the programme’s team of antiques experts.

And some of the historically-important artefacts at Newstead are bound to be discussed during filming.

Penny added: “We are hoping it will bring visitors to the Abbey in their thousands for a wonderful fun day - we just need the sun to shine to make it perfect.”

Nottingham City Council’s portfolio holder for leisure, culture and tourism, Coun David Trimble, is also optimistic that having Antiques Roadshow filmed at Newstead will be beneficial.

He said: “We are thrilled that the Antiques Roadshow is coming to film at Newstead Abbey in June later this year.

“This promotion of Newstead Abbey House and Gardens on this prestigious television programme will help bring visitors to the site, and encourage more people to enjoy the stunning grounds and historic house tours.”

Details of the times of the filming will be announced soon.

Newstead Abbey will be asking for volunteers to help marshal the event, helping visitors find their way to the different areas.

Anyone interested in this can contact Penny on 01623 455913 or email penny.beniston@nottinghamcity.gov.uk

From: http://www.chad.co.uk/news/local/alfreton/newstead_abbey_hopes_for_antiques_roadshow_tourist_boost_1_4111005

News - Military museum to open in Notts

AN expert from TV's Antiques Roadshow expert has visited Notts ahead of the opening of a new military museum.

Bill Harriman held a question and answer session about the history of the exhibits at the new museum at Thoresby Hall, which is due to open at the end of this spring.

As a former Territorial Army Officer with the South Notts Hussars and the Sherwood Rangers, Bramcote-born Bill was the guest of honour at a special event for friends and supporters of the museum.

The attraction will chronicle the history of the Queen's Royal Lancers and the Nottinghamshire Yeomanry and tell the human, social and military history of the regiments as well as the ongoing story of the British Army today.

A collection of arms, uniforms, medals, silver and paintings will show the role that the local regiments have played in battles of the last three centuries.

As well as giving his expert view on some of the most notable exhibits from the museum, including the Balaclava Bugle, which sounded the Charge of the Light Brigade, Bill also spoke about his work on Antiques Roadshow.

From: http://www.thisisnottingham.co.uk/news/Military-museum-open-Notts/article-3378515-detail/article.html