Summer entertainment at Uppark

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One of the highlights of the English summer season is the chance to enjoy outdoor entertainment in the glorious setting of a historic National Trust landscape.  The live entertainment and beautiful setting is provided, all you need to do is pack a picnic and a blanket and you’ve got all the ingredients for a perfect summer evening.

Summer of music

Bring a picnic or visit the café and enjoy al fresco dining with a far-reaching views over the South Downs. Summer of music events are included in the admission charges to the estate. Dogs are welcome to these events.

Harry Strutter Jazz Band

Uppark House and Garden 

Outdoor music: vintage jazz hits Uppark’s gardens, courtesy of the Harry Strutters band (18 Aug). On 7 & 24 July local Alder Valley brass band play popular brass favourites. Nadina String Quartet play a broad mix of pieces set to string instruments, on 4 & 26 Aug, Normal admission charge only.

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