Autumn days out at Anglesey Abbey
- Published:
- 17 August 2025
From autumnal garden highlights to workshops, exhibitions and family-friendly trails, there's something for everyone to enjoy this autumn at Anglesey Abbey.
Dazzling dahlias
The much-anticipated Dahlia Garden at Anglesey Abbey is now open. Planted in a sweeping rainbow formation, the garden boasts around 60 varieties of dahlia, providing splashes of early autumnal colour right up to the first frosts. The Dahlia Garden was designed by Lord Fairhaven in 1952 and to this day is one of the most popular seasonal displays in the Anglesey Abbey calendar. The best time to come and see this garden is in September, when you can also see the carpet of cyclamen as you walk from the Winter Garden to Lode Mill.
Heritage Open Days
12 to 21 September
Anglesey Abbey is opening its doors again for Heritage Open Days from 12 to 21 September and you are invited to book your free ticket to visit Anglesey Abbey here. Discover dahlias and carpets of cyclamen in the gardens and take a look around the plant centre to pick up some autumnal planting tips and pre-planted flower baskets.
Visitors can also come and see the Tailoring an Image fashion exhibition inside the house from 11am to 4pm (last entry 3.30pm), open until 31 October.
Tailoring an Image
Open until 31 October
Dive into the world of mid-20th-century men’s fashion and bespoke tailoring in a new menswear exhibition at Anglesey Abbey this autumn.
From 1 July to 31 October 2025, come and take a look at the numerous outfits, suits and accessories on display inside the house and learn more about Lord Fairhaven's fashion choices. Don't miss this chance to see a rare survival of bespoke 20th-century clothing, belonging to just one man.
Earth Photo 2025
11 October to 23 November
Come and see a bold photography exhibition of shortlisted works from the international Earth Photo competition, displayed in the gardens at Anglesey Abbey this autumn from 11 October to 23 November. Developed by Forestry England, the Royal Geographical Society and Parker Harris, Earth Photo is a world leading international programme dedicated to engaging with still and moving image makers on the prescient issues affecting our planet.
The Earth Photo 2025 exhibition not only aims to stimulate conversations about our environment and the impact of climate change but is also a wonderful opportunity to engage with art and photography outside in nature.
Landscape and close-up photography workshops
9 and 15 November
To celebrate the Earth Photo 2025 exhibition at Anglesey Abbey this autumn, come and join professional photographer Phil Morley on 9 and 15 November for a hands-on workshop in the gardens; discover some photography top tips and develop your photography skills.
Choose from a morning landscape photography workshop, an afternoon close-up photography workshop for £25 per person, or the full day experience for the discounted price of £40 per person, admission to Anglesey Abbey is included in the ticket prices. Suitable for all abilities. Book now to avoid disappointment:
Anglesey Abbey Halloween Trail
25 October to 2 November
The Anglesey Abbey family-friendly Halloween trail is back again this year, with even more riddles and clues to solve. Come along during half term from 25 October to 2 November for an immersive half-term adventure with plenty of spooky challenges along the way.
Normal admission to Anglesey Abbey applies and trails are £6 per child, which includes a prize at the end of the trail. Booking in advance is advised to avoid disappointment.
The SnowmanTM sculpture trail
Join us for an adventure this autumn and winter at Anglesey Abbey with The SnowmanTM trail from 8 November 2025 to 4 January 2026, presented by Wild in Art. Enjoy a magical day out with the whole family in search of the twelve giant sculptures, each painted with designs inspired by the English carol, The Twelve Days of Christmas.
The trail is inspired by Raymond Briggs’ heart-warming picture book, The Snowman. Each sculpture has been creatively painted by twelve national and international artists. Pick up a trail map from the visitor’s centre and embark on an enchanting adventure around the gardens at Anglesey Abbey.
THE SNOWMAN™ © Snowman Enterprises Limited 2025
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Events at Anglesey Abbey
Find out more about our upcoming events from seasonal trails to exhibitions and exciting live performances.
Tailoring an Image
Come and see a new menswear exhibition that delves into the world of mid-20th-century men’s fashion and bespoke tailoring at Anglesey Abbey in Cambridgeshire.
Discover the statue collection
Come and explore the magnificent statuary collection, curated in the mid-20th century by 1st Lord Fairhaven. There are over 100 sculptures to discover in the gardens at Anglesey Abbey.
Explore the gardens at Anglesey Abbey
Find out more about Anglesey Abbey’s glorious gardens, from the seasonal highlights to the history and design behind them.
