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Upcoming events

at Wightwick Manor and Gardens

Exhibition - The Rossettis: Siblings and Spouses 

Discover the remarkable creative world of one of Victorian Britain’s most talented families in a major new exhibition at Wightwick Manor, featuring new acquisitions, rediscoveries and rarely seen works from the Rossetti circle.

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2 May to 8 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00+ 190 other dates or times

Curator Talk: Lives and Legacies of William and May Morris 

Join Helen, Property Experiences Curator at Wightwick Manor and Gardens, for an enlightening talk on the lives and legacies of William and May Morris, two pivotal figures in the Arts and Crafts movement.

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9 May 2026
at 11:00 to 13:00

Embroidery Workshop with textile artist Lily Purslow - Morris Florals 

Join textile artist Lily Purslow for a unique embroidery workshop, crafting a stunning floral embroidery inspired by Morris & Co. and the Arts and Crafts Movement. Perfect for all skill levels - create, stitch, and take home your masterpiece!

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10 May 2026
at 10:30 to 15:30

Advanced Pressed Flower Art and Design Workshop with the Lilac Tree 

Join Justine from The Lilac Tree for a relaxing and immersive pressed flower art workshop, perfect for flower lovers and anyone looking to deepen their creative practice.

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16 May to 16 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 14:30+ 1 other date or time

Fused Glass Workshop with Suzie Lavender: Shape, Cut & Create and Platters & Curves Workshops 

Throughout the day Wolverhampton glass artist Suzie from Suzie Lavender Contemporary Glass will be teaching two sessions of hands on fused glass making techniques with a technical twist!

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23 May 2026
at 10:30 to 12:30+ 1 other date or time

Fused Glass Workshop with Suzie Lavender: Sailboat and Fused Glass Jellyfish Workshops 

Throughout the day Wolverhampton glass artist Suzie from Suzie Lavender Contemporary Glass will be teaching two sessions of fused glass making techniques.

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24 May 2026
at 10:30 to 12:30+ 1 other date or time

May Half Term Family Crafts - Make a clay hedgehog 

This May Half Term, bring along the family to have a go at our nature-themed craft activity.

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27 May 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00

Make more of your Photography Workshop at Wightwick Manor and Gardens with Lindsey Bucknor OBE 

Join us in the wonderful surroundings here at Wightwick to build on what you already know and see what you can do with your photography.

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29 May to 16 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 12:30+ 4 other dates or times

Adult Beginners Needle Felting Workshop - Birds inspired by the Strawberry Thief 

This is a workshop aimed at adult beginners or first time felters with tutor Natalie Harris(Brooks). Natalie is a fine artist using needle felting and the creator of Roly Poly Ponies.

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31 May 2026
at 10:30 to 14:30

Embroidery Workshop with textile artist Lily Purslow - Dove & Rose 

Join textile artist Lily Purslow at Wightwick Manor for a unique embroidery workshop based on the William Morris design, 'Dove and Rose'.

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7 Jun to 27 Sep 2026
at 10:30 to 15:30+ 2 other dates or times

Pressed Flower Art Design Workshop with The Lilac Tree 

Join The Lilac Tree for a creative and relaxing Pressed Flower Art Workshop at the picturesque Wightwick Manor and Gardens.

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12 Jun to 25 Nov 2026
at 10:30 to 12:30+ 2 other dates or times

Embroidery Workshop with textile artist Lily Purslow - Rock Pools 

Join textile artist Lily Purslow at Wightwick Manor for a unique embroidery workshop, crafting a stunning 3D rock pool design inspired by the British coastline. Perfect for those at an intermediate level with some prior experience.

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5 Jul 2026
at 10:30 to 15:30

Parent & Child Pressed Flower Workshop with the Lilac Tree 

Join us for a relaxing and creative pressed flower art workshop, led by Justine from The Lilac Tree - a wonderful opportunity for parents and children to slow down, connect, and create lasting memories together.

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18 Jul to 19 Jul 2026
at 10:30 to 12:30+ 1 other date or time

Open-air Theatre - Folksy Theatre presents Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' 

Folksy Theatre presents Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'. Filled with Folksy's wonderful live music, audience interaction and downright silliness! Bring along your friends and family to watch this wonderful outdoor production.

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24 Jul to 25 Jul 2026
at 19:00 to 21:30+ 1 other date or time

Embroidery Workshop with textile artist Lily Purslow - Fabric Landscapes 

Join textile artist Lily Purslow at Wightwick Manor and Gardens for a unique embroidery workshop. Perfect for all skill levels - create, stitch, and take home your masterpiece!

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26 Jul 2026
at 10:30 to 13:30

Quantum Theatre presents 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny' - Outdoor Theatre 

Join Quantum Theatre on the lawn at Wightwick Manor and Gardens for a much-loved adaptation of two of Beatrix Potter’s best-loved Tales, The Tales of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny.

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29 Jul 2026
at 18:00 to 19:30

Don't Go into the Cellar, Victorian Theatre presents 'Memoirs of Sherlock Holmes' 

Join us in the Great Parlour for this original stage-play. Brought to you by Don't Go Into The Cellar Theatre - the British Empire's leading practitioners of macabre Victoriana!

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11 Aug 2026
at 19:30 to 21:00

Don't Go into the Cellar, Victorian Theatre presents 'Wilde about Oscar' 

Join us in the Great Parlour for this original stage-play. Brought to you by Don't Go Into The Cellar Theatre - the British Empire's leading practitioners of macabre Victoriana!

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22 Sep 2026
at 19:30 to 21:00