What's on at Flatford
Blow away the cobwebs and stretch your legs with a healthy ramble and enjoy the latest exhibition in the Boat House Gallery.
Flatford Ramble - Dedham and Langham (22 June)
Let one of our experienced guides lead you on a 3.5 hour (7 mile) walk along the Stour Valley, following the river upstream through the villages of Dedham and Stratford St Mary to the beautiful church at Langham before returning to Flatford. On...
Sat 22 Jun 2019
10:30-14:00
Flatford Tudor Fayre 1542 with the Companye of Merrie Folke
Step back in time to 1542 as the garden of Valley Farm is transformed into a Tudor Fayre. You can try your hand at Tudor crafts, like basket making or spoon carving, be entertained by musicians and dancers and watch Tudor folk at work and play....
Sat 13 Jul 2019
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10:00-17:00
Flatford Ramble - Along the Essex Way (20 July)
Let one of our experienced guides lead you on a 3.5 hour (7mile) walk across the Dedham Vale to Lawford and then along the Essex Way path to Dedham, before returning to Flatford to finish. On the way, you will be able to enjoy far reaching views...
Sat 20 Jul 2019
10:30-14:00
Summer Nature Trail (2019)
Step in to Summer at Flatford and follow our nature trail to discover what is living in the countryside. The trail involves a 45 minute walk over mainly level ground.
Sat 27 Jul 2019
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10:00-16:00
Fleece to Fabric Weekend
Discover how the fleece of a sheep can be transformed into a beautiful garment. Local spinners and weavers will be on hand to demonstrate the process and explain about its fascinating history.
Fri 16 Aug 2019
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11:00-16:00
Flatford Ramble - Constable's Footsteps (17 August)
Join one of our experienced guides for a 3 hour (4 mile) ramble, visiting the views that inspired the artist John Constable. The tour will also visit East Bergholt and Dedham, where Constable was born and where he lived for the first part of his...
Sat 17 Aug 2019
10:30-13:30
Flatford Nature Day (20 August)
Go wild and get a little dirty at Flatford's Nature Day. A £3 wild passport will get you pond dipping, bug hunting and the chance to make natural crafts. This event is organized in partnership with the Field Studies Council, the RSPB and the...
Tue 20 Aug 2019
11:00-16:00
Flatford Summer Craft Fair
Flatford's first ever craft fair, organised by the Bourne Valley Crafters. Browse and buy crafts made by skilled local crafts people, including glass work, ceramics, jewellery, cushions and more. Find the ideal gift for a friend or the perfect...
Sun 25 Aug 2019
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10:00-17:00
Open Air Theatre - Treasure Island
Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company for this brand-new adaptation of everyone’s favourite swashbuckling pirate adventure: Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island. When he stumbles across a coveted treasure map, young Jim Hawkins finds himself on...
Sat 31 Aug 2019
14:00-16:00
Heritage Open Day - Sherman's House (2019)
Sherman's House is located in Dedham High Street. Hidden behind the Georgian brick façade, is timber framed town house with a fascinating history.
Sat 14 Sep 2019
11:00-16:00
Heritage Open Day - Thorington Hall (2019)
Thorington Hall is one of the finest timber framed buildings in Suffolk. This large farmhouse was built in several stages from the 15th century onwards, and features many intriguing features, including a beautifully carved staircase, impressive...
Sat 14 Sep 2019
11:00-16:00
Heritage Open Day - Valley Farm (2019)
Visit the open hall of Valley Farm and marvel at the smoke blackened beams, huge fireplace and ancient staircase. The Kitchen Garden behind Valley Farm will also be open to visit. Refreshments will be available from the nearby Flatford Tea Room.
Sat 14 Sep 2019
11:00-16:00
Buildings Tours (September 2019)
You may have seen the buildings at Flatford from the outside, but here is an opportunity to see inside. Join a knowledgeable guide for a peek inside Flatford Mill, Willy Lott's House and Valley Farm. Discover the secret poem carved on the...
Sat 28 Sep 2019
11:00-12:30
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Flatford Buildings Tours (28 September 2019)
You may have seen the buildings at Flatford from the outside, but here is an opportunity to see inside. Join a knowledgeable guide for a peek inside Flatford Mill, Willy Lott's House and Valley Farm. Discover the secret poem carved on the...
Sat 28 Sep 2019
11:00-12:30
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Flatford Nature Day (22 October)
Go wild and get a little dirty at Flatford's Nature Day. A £3 wild passport will get you pond dipping, bug hunting and the chance to make natural crafts. This event is organized in partnership with the Field Studies Council, the RSPB and the...
Tue 22 Oct 2019
11:00-15:00
Flatford Buildings Tours (26 October 2019)
You may have seen the buildings at Flatford from the outside, but here is an opportunity to see inside. Join a knowledgeable guide for a peek inside Flatford Mill, Willy Lott's House and Valley Farm. Discover the secret poem carved on the...
Sat 26 Oct 2019
11:00-12:30
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