What's on at Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens
There's lots happening at Gunby throughout the year. Have a look at the list below and pick the special days that you'll join us at Gunby.
'Spring Fling' - Art on the Map Coastal group
Visit Gunby's Orchard Gallery from 9 to 31 March for 'Spring Fling' an exhibition by artists from the Coastal Group of Lincolnshire art collective 'Art on the Map'.
Sat 09 Mar 2019
+ 22 other dates
11:00-17:00
The Tiger Who Came to Tea exhibition
Get up close to an enormous tiger and the beloved artwork from Judith Kerr’s much-loved children’s classic picture book, 'The Tiger Who Came To Tea'.
Sat 09 Mar 2019
+ 36 other dates
11:00-17:00
'An Eye for Colour' - Bluestone Heath Art Group
From 1 to 15 April pop into Orchard Gallery for a new exhibition called 'An Eye for Colour' by the local Bluestone Heath Art Group.
Mon 01 Apr 2019
+ 14 other dates
11:00-17:00
Bug-hunt
Go on an adventure with the Gunby Ranger to discover more about the insects that call our grounds their home.
Sat 06 Apr 2019
11:30-12:30
+ other times
Bird feeder making
Get messy and creative and make a pine cone bird feeder to take home. The Gunby Ranger will help you with your masterpiece.
Sat 13 Apr 2019
11:00-15:30
Wild Art making
Create your own work of art using leaves, twigs and other natural things you can find in the grounds.
Tue 16 Apr 2019
11:00-15:30
'Brush Strokes' - Skegness Art Group
Step into Gunby's Orchard Gallery, nestled in the gardens, from 16 to 30 April for 'Brush Strokes', a new exhibition by the Skegness Art Group.
Tue 16 Apr 2019
+ 14 other dates
11:00-17:00
Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt
Collect your map, hunt high and low to find all the clues, use your brain power to solve the puzzle and win a yummy egg as your well-deserved reward.
Fri 19 Apr 2019
+ 3 other dates
11:00-17:00
'Old and New' - Morris Morris Addison
From 1 to 31 May discover an exciting exhibition called 'Old and New' by Avril Morris, David Morris and Twink Addison.
Wed 01 May 2019
+ 30 other dates
11:00-17:00
Gunby's 75th Anniversary Garden Party
Celebrate with us that it was 75 years ago in 1944 that Gunby was gifted to the National Trust. Be a guest at our party that's filled with music, colour and cake!
Mon 06 May 2019
11:00-17:00
Pond-dipping
Have an adventure with the Gunby Ranger and discover which minibeasts live in our ice house pond.
Sat 18 May 2019
+ 1 other date
11:30-13:00
+ other times
Meander to the Medieval Moat
Step back in time and discover the history behind the archaeology of the Gunby estate, from deserted medieval villages to moated manors.
Wed 29 May 2019
10:30-12:00
'Here and Now' - Vivica
From 1 to 30 June enjoy the exhibition 'Here and Now' by art collective 'Vivica'. Vivica are a group of four practising artists working in diverse fields of the visual arts.
Sat 01 Jun 2019
+ 29 other dates
11:00-17:00
Rose Day
Enjoy displays of the 40+ rose varieties found in the Gunby gardens as well as trade and craft stalls with lovely wares. Three floors of the house will be open with lots of flower arrangements containing roses in the rooms too.
Sun 23 Jun 2019
11:00-17:00
'Temporal Echoes' - Gudrun Ståhl Sharpley
'Temporal Echoes' is a vibrant exhibition by local artist Gudrun Ståhl Sharpley. Visit it in Orchard Gallery from 1 to 31 July.
Mon 01 Jul 2019
+ 30 other dates
11:00-17:00
Treasure Island - Open Air Theatre
Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company for this brand-new adaptation of everyone’s favourite swashbuckling pirate adventure: Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island. The show starts at 7pm, gates open from 6pm.
Sat 20 Jul 2019
19:00-21:00
NGS Day
Join in our annual celebration of the Gunby gardens, whilst raising money for the charities of the National Gardens Scheme.
Sun 04 Aug 2019
11:00-17:00
Pride and Prejudice - Open Air Theatre
Take a step back in time with Chapterhouse Theatre Company to meet Elizabeth Bennet, Jane Austen’s notorious heroine. Bring a picnic and enjoy a special evening in the Gunby gardens. The show starts at 7pm, but gates open from 6pm.
Sat 17 Aug 2019
19:00-21:00
'September Show' - Art on the Map Wolds group
Visit Gunby's Orchard Gallery from 1 to 30 September for the 'September Show' by artists from the Wolds Group of Lincolnshire art collective 'Art on the Map'.
Sun 01 Sep 2019
+ 29 other dates
11:00-17:00
'Further Recollections and Reflections' - Mike Finney
Have a look in Orchard Gallery from 1 to 27 October to see 'Further Recollections and Reflections' by artist Mike Finney.
Tue 01 Oct 2019
+ 26 other dates
11:00-17:00
Ghostly Halloween Hall
Meet the ghosts of Gunby Hall during our annual Halloween opening.
Sat 26 Oct 2019
11:00-17:00