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Summer of Play - Wordy Wednesdays

Join us for a celebration of words, reading and poetry.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Curl up with a story from our pop-up book nook, add to our summer word tree or create your own nature inspired poem.

Drop-in workshops from 11am-3pm, no booking needed.

Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

What to bring and wear

Please wear weather appropriate clothing.

Accessibility

The vast majority of paths at Dunham Massey are buggy and wheelchair friendly. Quieter times to visit include earlier in the mornings and midweek days. Dogs welcome in the Gardens on a short lead after 12pm. Picnics are welcome in the gardens.

Upcoming events

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Summer of Play at Dunham Massey 

Enjoy playful family days out this summer at Dunham Massey from 20 June to 7 September. Normal admission applies.

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on
25 Jul to 7 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 44 other dates or times
Event

A Field Hospital for Eco-Anxiety 

In this immersive exhibit, check in to a Field Hospital for Eco-Anxiety in the Orangery.

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on
25 Jul to 28 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 65 other dates or times
Event

Summer of Play - Fancy Dress Fridays 

Join in the fun, and let your imagination take over wearing fancy dress.

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on
25 Jul to 29 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 14:30
+ 5 other dates or times
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ORIGIN at Dunham Massey 

A Right/Left Project presents a new deep listening art installation, unique to Dunham Massey. Lay down and be bathed in sound and light with each cycle revealing what is hidden at its core.

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on
25 Jul to 2 Nov 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 100 other dates or times