Wassail celebration at Dyrham Park
Join us for a wassailing event where visitors can walk round in a procession with music and celebration to bless the pear trees for a good harvest in 2026.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
From 12 noon, visitors can make wassail sticks in the Great Kitchen. At 1pm there will be traditional music in the courtyard leading up to the great wassail procession around the garden which will start around 1.30pm. Local group The Happy Band will perform during the afternoon.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Accessibility
The site is steep and uneven in places. There are steps along the main wassail route but there will be an alternative level shortcut available.
- Meeting point
Please find out more on arrival from staff at Visitor Reception.
- Suitability for children
The event is open to all.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the great outdoors.
Upcoming events
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