What's on at Attingham Park
Harvest Crafts with Wild Craftist
Come and make your very own seasonal pine cone creature over the weekend of 22nd/23rd September at Attingham Park. You can choose between making a Harvest Mouse or an Autumn Owl.
Sun 23 Sep 2018
10:30-13:00
Attingham Run groups
Join one of our three run groups on either Tuesday or Friday evening. Tuesday hosts our beginners and intermediate run groups and Friday our girls only group.
Tue 25 Sep 2018
+ 9 other dates
18:30-19:30
Exercise with Buggy Active Shrewsbury
Join Buggy Active in beautiful Attingham Park for a 45min exercise class with your baby. Get fit , burn fat, strengthen and tone without the need for childcare. Suitable for all levels .
Wed 26 Sep 2018
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09:45-11:00
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Store Stories: A behind the scenes tour
Enjoy a rare opportunity to go behind the scenes in the Mansion. See the hidden treasures in the collection stores at Attingham, and meet the team carrying out some of the conservation work we do.
Thu 27 Sep 2018
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10:30-12:00
Repton and the Landscape of Attingham Walk
Discover how Humphry Repton dramatically changed the landscape of Attingham on these gentle strolls around some of the areas of the estate most changed by him, along the river and through the Park.
Fri 28 Sep 2018
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11:00-13:00
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Discover the Attingham Harvest
Visit the Historic North Stalls in the Stables Courtyard to discover how the boundaries of Attingham have changed over the years and what a modern day harvest looks like on a working estate.
Sat 29 Sep 2018
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09:00-17:00
A day in the life of an Attingham Parkland Gardener
Attingham has no formal gardens but it does have a working Walled Garden, a mile of managed Pleasure Grounds and acres of finely mown grass.
Sat 29 Sep 2018
+ 1 other date
10:00-16:00
Woollen Woods - family create sessions
This year Attingham is hosting its first ever Hal'wool'een Woollen Woods and we would like your help to create our showstopper willow and wool giant spiders which will form the entrances to our Woollen Wood. All resources supplied.
Sat 29 Sep 2018
10:30-13:30
A day in the Life of an Attingham Estate Ranger
Ever wondered what it might be like to be an Estate Ranger at Attingham?
Sat 06 Oct 2018
+ 1 other date
10:00-16:00
Deer Rut Walks
At dusk on an autumn day you can experience the fantastic sight and sound of the annual deer rut. This is one of our autumn highlights taking place from Saturday 22 September to Sunday 21 October to celebrate Attingham's autumn harvest season.
Sat 13 Oct 2018
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17:00-19:00
Ancient trees of Attingham Walk
Many things make Attingham special and one of them is its trees. Join our specialist Dr Andy Gordon on this 2 mile ramble around some of the oldest and most notable trees including a 700 year old oak.
Sun 14 Oct 2018
14:00-16:00
The College Series - Restoring the lost Pleasure Grounds
Follow in the footsteps of past Shropshire Adult Education College students as our monthly lecture series continues. Each month one of our specialists brings to life their passion for their subject. Other talks; Sep - Deer Life, Nov - Stargazing
Thu 18 Oct 2018
18:30-20:30
Attingham Woollen Woods
Experience Hall-wool-een in a completely different light this year and visit the first ever Attingham Woollen Woods as crafted creatures take over a section of the Mile Walk. Or even better- help us create the trail by sending in your fibre creations
Sat 20 Oct 2018
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09:00-18:00
Apple Day in the Walled Garden
Watch fresh apples being juiced in a traditional press right before your eyes.
Sat 20 Oct 2018
+ 1 other date
11:00-15:00
Pumpkin Carving
Try your hand at making this traditional Hallowe'en decoration - what will you carve? A face, a shape, or something more spooky? Our pumpkins come from a local farm and come complete with an LED tea light candle.
Mon 29 Oct 2018
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10:30-11:00
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Get Geocaching 2018
Explore Attingham as you hunt for hidden geocaches around the grounds. Hire one of our devices to hunt out our geocaches and tick off number 49 on the list of 50 things to do before you're 11 ¾.
Wed 31 Oct 2018
10:00-12:00
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Mad Jack's 5 2018
Join Shrewsbury Athletics Club for the annual Mad Jack's 5 race at Attingham Park.
Sat 10 Nov 2018
11:00-13:00
The College Series - Introduction to stargazing
Follow in the footsteps of past Shropshire Adult Education College students as you enjoy a glass of white wine before heading up to the former College lecture theatre where one of our specialists brings to life their passion for their subject.
Thu 15 Nov 2018
18:30-20:30
Family Stargazing and Moonwatch
Join Shropshire Astronomical Society for an evening of stargazing and moonwatch-ing suitable for all the family. Come along for one of these two evening sessions.
Fri 16 Nov 2018
18:30-19:30
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Make a Wooden Elf workshop
Get into the festive spirit and create an elf decoration for your home or garden at our Make a Wooden Elf workshops. Join our Outdoor Team for this festive family friendly activity where you can use natural materials to make a mini elf.
Sat 24 Nov 2018
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10:00-10:30
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Father Christmas at Attingham Park 2018
Pre-book your visit to see Father Christmas and his elves. Step through the wardrobe for a magical experience to receive a traditional teddy bear memento of your visit.
Sat 01 Dec 2018
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09:30-09:45
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1940s Christmas Mansion Timed Ticket entry 2018
This December discover an atmospheric, festively decorated 1940s Mansion. This year all visits to the Mansion are by pre-booked timed entry tickets to keep visits special (free for NT Members, admission applies on the day for non-members).
Sat 01 Dec 2018
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10:00-12:00
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Willow Reindeer Workshop with Wild Craftist
Standing at 4ft tall to the tip of the antlers, these are the perfect guests to make your home or garden look that extra bit special. You'll be provided with all the help and tools you need to make this impressive and festive item from scratch.
Sat 01 Dec 2018
10:30-16:00
Father Christmas for nursery and school groups
Bring your nursery or school group to pay a visit to Father Christmas and his elves in his study as you step through the wardrobe for a lively and informal magical experience.
Mon 03 Dec 2018
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10:00-11:15
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Father Christmas for Girl Guides and Scouting groups
Bring your Scouting or Girl Guiding group to pay a visit to Father Christmas and his elves in the workshop as you step through the wardrobe for a lively and informal magical experience.
Tue 04 Dec 2018
+ 3 other dates
18:15-19:15
Festive Tree Decorations with Wild Craftist
Come and join the festive fun as Wild Craftist provide a creative workshop on making decorations from a range of natural materials. All the materials are provided for you. Suitable for age 5 and up.
Sun 09 Dec 2018
10:00-11:00
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