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A Weekend in the Woods with Ray Mears 2026

Stanford Hall · Lutterworth10-11 October 2026
Grand wooden staircase with red carpet and ornate balustrade, lined with gilt-framed portraits and classical sculptures in an elegant period interior.
OCT 202610-11SAT
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Bride in flowing white wedding gown and veil stands at tall window in ornate bedroom, viewing countryside through dark curtains.
White marble bust sculpture of a bearded man displayed indoors against a burgundy wall.

DATES

10-11 October 2026

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A bushcraft weekend with Ray Mears at Stanford Hall, with woodland demonstrations, workshops and a Saturday feast.

Bushcraft Magazine bring Ray Mears to the Stanford Hall Estate for a weekend of woodland skills, set across the estate's parkland, lake and riverside grounds. Attendees are split into groups for demonstrations and workshops with Ray, with craft-based activities laid on between sessions to keep things going while you wait for your turn. Saturday evening brings a meal in the cobbled courtyard, cooked by the venue's chefs and hosted by Ray Mears. On Sunday afternoon everyone gathers again for a closing talk from Ray, followed by a book signing with the chance for autographs and photos. Booking and full details are handled through the organiser's website.

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Grand wooden staircase with red carpet and ornate balustrade, lined with gilt-framed portraits and classical sculptures in an elegant period interior.Stanford HallA guided hour-long tour round a Grade 1 listed 1697 hall, open only on a handful of set dates.Lutterworth · from £15 · booking requiredSee full listing →

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