CULTURE 09
england. be part of it.
'Alice' meets Antony in Cornwall
2010 will be a year like no other for the National Trust property; Antony.
Director Tim Burton chose Antony, near Plymouth, to be a key location for the new Disney adaptation of Alice in Wonderland, which is out in cinemas on 5 March 2010*. Since filming took place at Antony in 2008, we've been inspired to create our own magical wonderland.
The house, garden and estate will all be transformed so you can enjoy our tea parties, walk through scenes from the dream-like stories of Alice, and even meet our own Mad Hatters.
Here is what is going on up to Easter:
Free entry for all Alices and Alastairs
Saturday 6 March
Antony garden, full of glorious walks, flowers and views, and the Alice experience are now open.
Anyone called Alice or Alastair, as well as anybody dressed as a character from Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland or Through the Looking-Glass, will be given free entry on this day.
Gardens open from 11am - 5pm.
Mad Hatter’s Tea Parties
Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 March
You're invited to our Mad Hatter's tea parties. There'll be dressing-up, music, games and, to complete the tea party, delicious food and drink.
You can book your place at a tea party on either day between 11am to 12pm or 2pm to 3pm. We'll then send you your invite and will look forward to sharing the fun with you.
Normal admission prices apply, plus an additional £5 per child (children must be accompanied by an adult).
If you'd like to book a place at a tea party, please call 01752 812191.
Spaces on the tea parties are limited, so please try to book in advance to secure your place.
'Alice' meets Antony - Antony house opens
Tuesday 16 March
Explore the house to find the rooms that were used throughout the filming, including Alice's bedroom.
White Rabbit Easter trail
Friday 2 to Thursday 9 April
Look out for the elusive White Rabbit Easter trail around Antony garden.
Normal admission fee applies, plus an additional £1.50 per trail.