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Arlington Court - National Trust The Arlington estate, a home for treasures both man-made and natural, as diverse as it is peaceful. Owned by the Chichester family for over 500 years.
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Please check our website for more information. Welcome to the Arlington estate, a home for treasures both man-made and natural, as diverse as it is peaceful. Owned by the Chichester family for over 500 years, it was given to the National Trust in 1949 by Miss Rosalie Chichester. The National Trust Carriage Museum was established here in 1966. It showcases over forty Regency and Victorian carriages including the gold Speaker's State Coach, on loan from the House of Commons.

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We're looking for a Facilities Manager to join our team 📢Based across Arlington Court and the North Devon Coast and Coun...
29/10/2026

We're looking for a Facilities Manager to join our team 📢

Based across Arlington Court and the North Devon Coast and Countryside, you'll lead on the maintenance of our buildings and infrastructure, oversee projects, and help ensure our places remain safe, compliant and welcoming for everyone.

To find out more and apply, please visit: https://bit.ly/FacilitiesManagerNorthDevon

🗓️ Closing date: 1 November 2026

With Woolley Woods now open, we'd like to say a big thank you to all the volunteers who helped along the way.Your hard w...
28/10/2026

With Woolley Woods now open, we'd like to say a big thank you to all the volunteers who helped along the way.

Your hard work, time and support have played an important part in creating this new space for people to enjoy.

Thank you💚

The Split Bean is joining us at Woolley Woods every day until Sunday 1 November ☕🌿Pop by between 9am and 3pm for special...
26/10/2026

The Split Bean is joining us at Woolley Woods every day until Sunday 1 November ☕🌿

Pop by between 9am and 3pm for speciality coffee, hot drinks, cakes and bakes, breakfast baps and burgers.

They'll also be joining us at weekends throughout the winter, to check dates, please visit: https://bit.ly/WoolleyWoods

Join storyteller Katy Lee on Wednesday 28 October from 2pm-3.30pm for the first event at Woolley Woods 🍂 Settle in for a...
21/10/2026

Join storyteller Katy Lee on Wednesday 28 October from 2pm-3.30pm for the first event at Woolley Woods 🍂

Settle in for an afternoon of seasonal storytelling, with witches, talking cats and even Lady Death herself. Don't worry though, you'll be in safe hands and back home in time for tea. ☕📖

This event is free to attend and booking is not required. Suitable for families with children aged 5+, with refreshments provided.

Please meet at the Welcome Hub and help us kick off the first event at Woolley Woods. 🌿✨

To plan your trip, please visit: https://bit.ly/WoolleyWoods

⚠️Visitor Notice: Arlington Court, the wider estate, gardens, car park, and Woolley Woods will be closed tomorrow, Wedne...
20/10/2026

⚠️Visitor Notice: Arlington Court, the wider estate, gardens, car park, and Woolley Woods will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday 21 October, due to forecast high winds.

Woolley Woods is now open 🌿After four years in the making, Woolley Woods is open. Created to help more people enjoy the ...
19/10/2026

Woolley Woods is now open 🌿

After four years in the making, Woolley Woods is open. Created to help more people enjoy the outdoors, we hope it's somewhere you'll come to explore, play, relax and make your own.

Whether you're heading out for a walk, trying the cycling skills area, exploring the natural play space, or simply enjoying some time in nature, we'd love to see you there and your photos!

The site is free to enter and open daily (parking charges apply for non-members).

📍 Shirwell, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4JZ
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To find out more, please visit: https://bit.ly/WoolleyWoods

Looking for a fun family day out this autumn half term? 🍂Join us in the garden on Friday 30 October between 11am – 3pm f...
16/10/2026

Looking for a fun family day out this autumn half term? 🍂

Join us in the garden on Friday 30 October between 11am – 3pm for a day of Autumn activities. Explore the seasonal gourd display, try your hand at whittling and get creative with crafts.

Plus, follow our Community Scarecrow Trail around the grounds and see how many animal-inspired scarecrows you can spot. 🎃

To find out more, please visit:https://bit.ly/whats-on-at-Arlington

The gourds have been picked and the colourful display can be found in the polytunnels at the top of the garden 🎃🍂While y...
14/10/2026

The gourds have been picked and the colourful display can be found in the polytunnels at the top of the garden 🎃🍂

While you're here, follow the scarecrow trail, discover the harvest table in the house, and enjoy the colours of autumn as they start to change across the estate.

Find out what's on and plan your visit: https://bit.ly/whats-on-at-Arlington

Sneak peek at Woolley Woods 🌳Finishing touches are taking place at the site and we are looking forward to welcoming visi...
10/10/2026

Sneak peek at Woolley Woods 🌳

Finishing touches are taking place at the site and we are looking forward to welcoming visitors soon. We will update here as soon as it is open 🎉

Located just 6 miles from Barnstaple on the Arlington Estate, the site will feature a multi-use trail, natural play area, cycle skills area, visitor facilities and connections to Arlington's wider network of walking and cycling routes.

The scarecrows are out, which can only mean one thing... Autumnfest has arrived at Arlington Court 🎃🍂Follow the scarecro...
09/10/2026

The scarecrows are out, which can only mean one thing... Autumnfest has arrived at Arlington Court 🎃🍂

Follow the scarecrow trail, discover the harvest table in the house, spot pumpkins growing in the garden, and enjoy the colours of autumn around the estate.

Plus, don't miss our Family Fun Day on Friday 30 October, packed with hands-on crafts and autumn themed activities.

To find out more, please visit: https://bit.ly/whats-on-at-Arlington

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Arlington Court
Barnstaple
EX314LP

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