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Summer of Play at Coleton Fishacre

Summer of Play at Coleton Fishacre is back! Ahoy, explorers - its time to set sail and navigate your way through sunny adventures in the garden by the sea. Summer of Play is on every day from 18 July - 2 September.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Summer at sea begins here. Embark on a hands-on adventure packed with challenges and problem solving games. Explore sensory moments, get creative with building or spend lazy summer days in the hammocks and on the swing with a view at the sailors hangout on the coast. By the house, there's 1920's vintage games, from Battle Ships to Ludo and a giant version of Peggity - ideal for all the family.

Summer of Play activities are free (normal admission applies).

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Children are very welcome accompanied by an adult

Meeting point

Activities will be taking part across the garden, so follow the signs or speak to one of our team in reception for directions.

What to bring and wear

Please bring clothing and footwear suitable for the weather on the day you plan to visit, as these activities will take place outside.

Accessibility

There are steep slopes, narrow paths and steps in the garden. Ask one of the team on arrival for a welcome map, which will highlight accessible routes.

Other

Please note that all activities are free but normal admissions still apply. Dogs welcome.

Upcoming events

100 years of Coleton Fishacre 

A place of relaxation and enjoyment, the D'Oyly Carte family moved into the newly built Coleton Fishacre in 1926. To commemorate, we're taking a look back at the creation and the era.

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on
14 Jun to 1 Nov 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 140 other dates or times

Little Acorns at Coleton Fishacre 

Come along and join in a free Little Acorns sessions for under 5’s at Coleton Fishacre.

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17 Jun to 16 Dec 2026
at 09:30 to 11:30+ 18 other dates or times

National Insect Week: Bug house making 

Join the team from Life on the Edge and kick off insect week by making a little bug box to take home and put in your garden.

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on
22 Jun 2026
at 10:30 to 13:00

'The Lost Heirs': Author talk and book signing 

Discover the stories behind the lives the D’Oyly Cartes, and join author James W Stebbings for a pop-up talk and book signing of his book, 'The Lost Heirs'.

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26 Jun to 27 Jun 2026
at 12:00 to 12:15+ 3 other dates or times