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Summer of Play - Storytelling Weekends

Spark your imagination with creative storytelling in the heart of nature.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join us for an engaging storytelling experience.

Take part in stories that inspire creativity and bring imaginations to life.

Storytimes at 11am, 12pm, 1.30pm & 2.30pm.

We’ll be joined by:

• Histrionics - 18-19 July, 25-26 July and 15-16 August • Colour the Clouds - 1 August, 8-9 August and 22-23 August • Susie - 2 August and 29-30 August

Drop in, no booking needed.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

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.

What to bring and wear

Please wear weather appropriate clothing.

Other

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

Upcoming events

Pokémon joins Dunham Massey's Summer of Play 

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at 10:00 to 16:00+ 39 other dates or times

The Botanical World of Mary Delany 

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at 10:00 to 16:00+ 95 other dates or times

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Move, stretch and unwind.

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29 Jul to 26 Aug 2026
at 11:00 to 14:30+ 4 other dates or times

Dunham Massey House 

Dunham Massey House will reopen to visitors following conservation and care in the winter months.

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on
29 Jul to 1 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 16:15+ 95 other dates or times