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Summer of Play at Arlington Court

Field of Play is back! Explore Olde Arlington and meet chess-playing tax collectors, sword-fighting bandits, and brave the laundry labyrinth.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Our Field of Play is back for another summer - with a new twist!

Visit Olde Arlington, a rambunctious place filled with laughter and fun, and discover all the different people who kept a country estate running in the past. From chess-playing tax collectors to sword-fighting bandits and a laundry labyrinth, there’s lots to explore (just don’t get lost in the maze).

Our Field of Play is open from 5 July to 1 September. Normal entry admission applies, free for members.

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Upcoming events

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Guided wider estate walks - Active Hike 

Join one of our guided walks to explore the wilder side of Arlington, venturing into the little known parts of the estate.

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20 May to 21 Oct 2025
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10:00 to 14:00
+ 5 other dates or times
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar™ at Arlington Court 

The world’s most famous caterpillar from Eric Carle’s best-selling book is coming to life at Arlington Court in this fun-filled free family activity trail.

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on
20 May to 30 Jun 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 41 other dates or times
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Specialist Garden Talks 

Join our gardeners for a specialist garden talk. From learning about what's looking good, to tips and tricks for your garden, these talks will give you an insight into the work carried out by our gardeners.

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21 May to 17 Sep 2025
at
12:30 to 13:15
+ 17 other dates or times
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Outdoor Cinema - Bohemian Rhapsody (2018) 

An open air screening on the lawn of Bohemian Rhapsody 2018)

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on
23 May 2025
at
20:30 to 23:55