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Summer of Play at Arlington Court

Summer of play is back! Get ready for a summer filled with fun at Arlington with our field of play. Enjoy circus challenges, hobby horse races, lawn games and quiet picnic spots among the gardens.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Summer of Play at Arlington Court is back!

Explore the Field of Play with a whole range of activities, from archery and giant slingshots to den building, climbing walls and lawn games. Race around on bikes, trikes and mini tractors, or head to the water play zone with a sand pit and building blocks for some creative fun.

You can also burn off some energy with tennis on the lawn, or try out the hobby horse jump course up by the Carriage Museum.

With plenty of shade, seating, picnic spots and nearby refreshments at the cafe & trailer, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a day of fun, exploration and, of course, play.

Normal entry admission applies, free for members

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Upcoming events

Arlington Court: A Home for Nature 

Discover Arlington Court through the lens of Rosalie Chichester with this new summer exhibition.

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3 Jul to 4 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 93 other dates or times

Guided Wider Estate Walk: a gentle summer ramble 

Join our knowledgeable walk leaders for a gentle guided stroll across the estate, taking in the sights and sounds of summer.

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4 Jul to 19 Jul 2026
at 11:00 to 12:30+ 2 other dates or times

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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11 Jul to 15 Dec 2026
at 10:00 to 13:00+ 9 other dates or times

Outdoor theatre: The Pirates of Penzance 

Join us on the lawn for this open-air theatre performance by Illyria of 'The Pirates of Penzance'.

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21 Jul 2026
at 18:30 to 20:30