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Garden celebrations

As summer draws to a close, join us in celebrating the beauty, history, and hidden corners of Arlington's gardens.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

As summer draws to a close, join us in celebrating the beauty, history, and hidden corners of Arlington's gardens.

From Monday 8 to Sunday 21 September, visitors are invited to explore vibrant flower beds, uncover rarely seen behind-the-scenes spaces like the Gardeners' Bothy and discover Rosalie Chichester’s garden photography in the Conservatory.

Learn about sustainable gardening, from green manures to planting for pollinators, and join our gardeners on weekdays for talks and demonstrations in traditional skill and discover the care and creativity that goes into maintaining these historic grounds.

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Summer of Play at Arlington Court 

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

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14 Aug to 1 Sep 2025
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 18 other dates or times
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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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19 Aug to 21 Oct 2025
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10:00 to 14:00
+ 2 other dates or times
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Outdoor theatre: A Midsummer Night's Dream 

Join us on the lawn for this open-air theatre performance by The Three Inch Fools of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'.

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19 Aug 2025
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18:00 to 20:00
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Outdoor theatre: Wind in the Willows 

Join us on the lawn for this open-air theatre performance by Illyria of 'Wind in the Willows'.

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24 Aug 2025
at
18:00 to 20:00