Anglesey Abbey, Gardens and Lode Mill

Cream tea in the Rose Garden

Take a little breather in the Rose Garden. Soak up the delicate fragrances and enjoy a delicious selection of cakes with your tea.

Available on Saturdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays from 1 June to 2 September, between 12pm and 4pm.

£7.50 per person, no need to pre-book.  Normal admission rates apply

© R Todd

Tree trail

Mon 4 to Fri 8 June, 11am - 4pm.

One for all the family during half-term. Pick up a trail to set out on an adventure that will lead you into the fascinating world of trees. Is it a horse chestnut, an oak or something more exotic?

• £1.50 per trail plus normal admission rates

© R Levitt

Photography workshop

Tuesday 12th June and Tuesday 2 October, 10am - 4pm.

Gain expert tuition and spend the day amongst vivid flowers in the Herbaceous Border and the wildflower meadows, alive with buzzing insects.

£60, booking essential on 01223 810080.

© R Todd

National Garden Scheme Day

Thursday 14 June, 10.30 - 5.30pm.

Enjoy a guided tour around the garden. 

Meet the gardeners in the herbaceous garden between 11.00am - 12.30pm and 2.30 - 4.00pm for some top tips.

Normal admission rates apply which go direct to the National Garden Scheme.  Click here to see the work that the NGS do.

© R Todd

Father's Day

Sunday 17 June, 10.30 - 5.00pm.

Join members of the Hornby Railway Collectors' Association as they display and operate models from the 1920s to the 1960s.  Bring back childhood memories or create new ones.

Normal admission rates apply.

Find out more about Father's Day last year

© R Stock

Head gardener's tour

Monday 18 June, 8.30 - 10.30am.

Take a tour around the garden borders with our Head Gardener, Richard Todd,  followed by a breakfast buffet.

A wonderful opportunity to see the garden through the eyes of our expert.

£20, booking essential on 01223 810080.

© Geoff Durrant Photography

Herbaceous border study morning

Monday 25 June, 10am - 1pm.

Uncover the secrets to the success of our little oasis of colour and scent.

Enjoy the chance to explore herbaceous plants, border design, shrub and lawn care with out expert gardening team.

£15, booking essential on 01223 810080. Price includes refreshments.

© Richard Todd

Much Ado About Nothing

Thurs 12 - Sat 14 July, 6.30pm.

It's 1919 and Lord Don Pedro and his troops have returned from the war. But it's the battle of the sexes that is about to begin.

Viva Theatre Company and RSC Open Stage Events.

£14/adult, £10/child or £46/family. Booking online or on 0844 249 1895. (5% booking fee applicable).

© Viva Theatre Company

Children's theatre - Sword in the Stone

Sat 4 August, 6pm.

Cambridge Touring Theatre present The Sword in the Stone.

Children's workshop before the show from 4.30 - 5.15pm for children between 5 and 10 years. £2 per child.

Show costs £14/adult, £10/child (£46 for a family ticket).

Book tickets or workshop online or on 0844 249 1895 (5% booking fee)

© Cambridge Touring Theatre

The Importance of Being Earnest

Saturday 1 September, 6pm.

The Pantaloons bring this outdoor performance of the classic Oscar Wilde play to Anglesey Abbey.

Tickets £14/adult, £10/child, £46/family.

Early bird offer available until 30th June of £10/adult, £6/child and £26/family.

Booking online or on 0844 249 1895. (5% booking fee applicable).

© The Pantaloons

Dahlia festival

Mon 10 - Sun 16 September.

See the glorious arrangements in the house (tours only on Monday and Tuesday). 

Drop into the garden to see the team in action and get some top tips 11am - 12.30pm and 2.30 - 4pm.

Normal admisson rates and opening hours apply.

The Dahlia Festival at Anglesey Abbey

© Richard Todd

Walking Festival

October half term is time for our  annual walking festival. 

Watch this space for details of special walks and activities for all ages across Anglesey Abbey and Wicken Fen.