Unmissable outdoor theatre this summer

An audience enjoying outdoor theatre — Summer theatre in a glorious setting

Make your summer one to remember. Grab a picnic, find your spot and sit back as two classic love stories by William Shakespeare and Jane Austen are brought to life, all against the stunning backdrop of Rufford Old Hall. The only question is, who will you go with?

Please note, both performances are now SOLD OUT.

Each performance will take place on our Beech Walk Paddock, surrounded by beautiful trees and the gentle calm of the Leeds & Liverpool canal. Sounds perfect, doesn't it? But while everyone knows us Northerners are made of sterner stuff, it might get a little chilly in the evening so make sure you wear plenty of layers.

Seating is not provided, so we recommend bringing a comfortable blanket. We have toilet facilities, including an accessible toilet and baby changing station, and free parking will be available on-site too. If you need to know anything else, just send us an email to ruffordoldhall@nationaltrust.org.uk

For each performance, tickets are priced at £15 for adults and £12.50 for children.

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Romeo & Juliet. Heartbreak Theatre Company

Rufford Old Hall Lancashire

Romeo and Juliet - Friday 5 July, 7pm

You are invited to an exclusive, glittering red-carpet event attended by notorious celebrity families, The Montagues and the Capulets. With the media reporting their every move and social media abuzz with their escapades, tensions are running high. There’s only one question on everybody’s lips - will these two families behave? Or will it be another fiery battle at dawn as the fabulous feud continues? Join us for this super glam outdoor adaptation of Shakespeare's story of star crossed lovers.

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Sense & Sensibility by the Pantaloons Theatre Company

Rufford Old Hall Lancashire

Sense and Sensibility - Wednesday 24 July, 7pm

Elinor Dashwood has a lot of good Sense. Her sister Marianne Dashwood has an excess of Sensibility. Together they make a snappy title for Jane Austen’s classic novel of scandals, scoundrels and severely sprained ankles. This funny, fast-paced and faithful new adaptation from the critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company features live music, audience interaction, romance and heartbreak.