What's on at Kingston Lacy
Threads of Narrative
Step into the Laundry to discover a new artistic textile installation inspired by the Bankes Archive and the lives and stories of some of the women of the Bankes family who have shaped Kingston Lacy.
Wed 15 Aug 2018
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10:00-18:00
Kingston Lacy house tickets
A lavish family home built to resemble an Italian Palace. There's plenty to see, including 'Beyond the Portrait', a new installation for 2018. Book your timed ticket for the house. Normal admission applies.
Wed 15 Aug 2018
+ 74 other dates
11:00-11:15
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Summer storytelling
Join award winning storyteller Michele O'Brien on an interactive experience around the gardens.
Wed 15 Aug 2018
+ 4 other dates
12:00-12:45
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Kingston Lacy Health Cycle Rides
Every Thursday, in partnership with Moors Valley Country Park, come and join our fun, friendly and active free cycle rides from 9.30am (please arrive by 9.15am for a prompt start).
Thu 16 Aug 2018
+ 19 other dates
09:30-11:00
Out of hours guided walks
Enjoy the opportunity to experience Kingston Lacy park and estate, including some areas not normally accessible, before the grounds open to the public.
Mon 20 Aug 2018
+ 3 other dates
09:30-10:30
Shaping the gardens
Join one of the Kingston Lacy gardeners for an exclusive walking tour exploring the garden and its history, and taking in seasonal highlights.
Wed 05 Sep 2018
+ 2 other dates
11:00-13:30
Guided walk: Swan Way and the Droves
A walk through the Kingston Lacy parkland and the beautiful network of droves to Shapwick, Swan Way and the Beech Avenue. Distance 6 miles, time approx. 3 hours.
Fri 07 Sep 2018
10:00-13:00
Shaping the gardens: Kitchen Garden
Join one of the Kingston Lacy gardeners for an exclusive walking tour exploring the garden and its history, and taking in seasonal highlights, with a particular focus on the Kitchen Garden.
Wed 12 Sep 2018
11:00-13:30
Heritage open day
See a lavish family home filled with treasures and discover a new installation 'Beyond the Portrait'. Wander the beautiful garden, filled with early autumn colour, or explore the wider estate.
Fri 14 Sep 2018
10:00-18:00
Caring for the countryside: Trees and parkland
Join the Kingston Lacy rangers for an exclusive walking tour exploring the Kingston Lacy parkland and its history, taking in seasonal highlights.
Wed 19 Sep 2018
11:00-13:30
Shaping the gardens: Japanese Garden
Join one of the Kingston Lacy gardeners for an exclusive walking tour exploring the garden and its history, and taking in seasonal highlights, with a particular focus on the Japanese Garden.
Wed 26 Sep 2018
11:00-13:30
Guided walk: Holt Heath
A walk through Holt Heath, one of Dorset's largest areas of unspoilt lowland heathland. Distance: 6 miles Time: approx. 3 hours
Fri 05 Oct 2018
10:00-13:00
Caring for the countryside: Red Devon Cattle
Discover more about Kingston Lacy's herd of Ruby Red Devon cattle on this exclusive walking tour with the Kingston Lacy livestock ranger.
Wed 10 Oct 2018
11:00-13:30
Honey, harvest and hibernation
Join us for some fun over half-term; celebrate the harvest, autumn produce and all the beautiful autumn colour with a series of hands on activities.
Sat 20 Oct 2018
+ 8 other dates
10:00-18:00
Guided walk: Pamphill and Cowgrove
A walk through the beautiful unspoiled areas of Pamphill and Cowgrove. Distance 2.7 miles, time approx. 2 hours.
Fri 02 Nov 2018
10:00-12:00
Guided walk: Badbury Rings and Kings Down Drove
A walk with fine views and the opportunity to discover some of the more fascinating aspects of the history of the ancient Iron Age hillfort of Badbury Rings. Distance: 4 miles. Time: approx. 2.5 hours.
Fri 07 Dec 2018
10:00-12:30