Feel Good Fridays launched at Tyntesfield near Nailsea

The National Trust is kick starting the new year at Tyntesfield with a number of new activities aimed at helping people put a spring in their step.

The Wraxall estate has launched 'Feel Good Friday' to help refresh the mind and body with events like early morning runs to star gazing and cookery demonstrations.  

Nailsea Running Club is supporting a series of regular sprints through the 500 acre countryside which are suitable for beginners or the more experienced runners. 

Tyntesfield visitor services manager Jon Ducker said: 'There is an extensive network of footpaths and trails around the estate's fields and woodland which make for a perfect off-road run. 

"It's a great way to make the most of the wider estate and perfect for blowing away the post-Christmas cobwebs." 

Nearly a dozen people took part in the first Tyntesfield run on Friday, January 6,.

This almost had to be cancelled due to high winds closing the house and grounds for two days earlier in the week.

But in the end it went ahead and the next event is planned for Friday, January 20.

The runs start  at 10am and costs £3 per person which includes a well-deserved hot drink from the Cow Barn restaurant afterwards. 

To register for the next run call 01275 461964.

Other Feel Good Friday dates:

Friday, January 13 - cookery

•  Fancy yourself to be fearless in the kitchen? Head chef Giles Evans takes foodies through how to bone a duck and then cure the breasts in the style of bresaola between 11am-1pm. £4 per person.Booking essential on 0844 249 1895.

Fridays, January 20, February 3 and 17  - running

•  Blow the cobwebs away with a morning run round the Tyntesfield Estate, enjoying the spectacular views and scenery along the way. The run will be roughly 30-40 minutes long, but can be lengthened or shortened to reflect the desires of those who come! Open to all abilities, from beginners to pros - no one will be left behind. Led by members of the Nailsea Running Club is costs £3 per person to includes a well deserved hot drink from the Cow Barn restaurant afterwards. Call 01275 461964 to register.

Friday, January 27 - star grazing

• The Bristol Astronomical Society will guide you through the night sky with an interactive talk and arm you with the basics so you can start star gazing. Perfect for anyone who has ever admired the night sky and wanted to know more. The talk is from 11am-12.30pm and costs £4 per person to include a cuppa. Booking essential on 0844 249 1895.

• Wrap up warm and join the Bristol Astronomical Society for a Saturday or Wednesday evening of seasonal star gazing. £5 per person. Meet in the main car park. Events are held on the first night with a cloud free forecast. Booking essential. Email tyntesfield@nationaltrust.org.uk or call 01275 461900 for more details.

Friday, February 17 - orienteering

• Families can make the most of half term and explore the estate together on a fun family orienteering event from 10am-1pm. Guided by expert coaches from the Bristol Orienteering Klub, learn the basic skills to read an orienteering map and navigate around a simple orienteering course in the woods at Tyntesfield.  Adults £5, children £3, families of two adults and up to three children £14.50 or one adult and up to three children £9.50. This Includes admission to the gardens. Booking essential on 0844 249 1895 or via the Tyntesfield website.

Tuesday, February 14 ­­- love story tour

• From 11.30am-12.30pm on St Valentine's Day enjoy a special guided tour of the house themed by the love stories that shaped the Gibbs family history and played out inside the walls of this spectacular Victorian Gothic mansion. £10 per person  plus normal house admission applies. Booking essential on 0844 249 1895. Why not spend the rest of the day together at Tyntesfield afterwards? Explore the formal gardens with their sweeping lawns, the Rose Garden with its enchanting gazebos and enjoy a special, seasonal meal in a private corner of our Cow Barn restaurant. To book a table call 01275 461965

Wednesday, February 15 - hidden treasure tour

• From 2-3pm join the Inventory team for a behind the scenes tour of some of the often missed treasures around the house. Never seen before items from the National Trust's largest recorded collection. £10 per person plus normal house admission. Booking is essential on 0844 249 189.

Thursday, February 16 - family fun Thursday

• From 11.30am -3.30pm during half term join the family fun day with drop-in craft activities at the Sawmill Learning Centre. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Normal admission applies. No need to book.

For more information go to the Tyntesfield website by clicking HERE. 

The Tyntesfield estate and gardens are open all year round, every day of the year.