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Summer of play at Greenway

Join us for a jam-packed summer that's full of ways to play at Greenway, with all the trimmings of a traditional garden party. Summer of Play is on every day from 18 July - 2 September. Normal admissions apply.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

It's time for Summer of Play!

Discover every flavour of play at Greenway from 18 July - 2 September. Create, explore, move, wonder, make-believe. Try it all, find your favourite, come back again and again.

Fun has no age limit and with a range of activities designed to test your skills, there'll be something for everyone to get stuck into.

Inspired by the garden party in Agatha Christie's novel Dead Man's Folly, have some good old fashioned fun with traditional games and on selected dates join in with circus skills workshops.

Try it all, find your favourite, come back again and again. 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

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.

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.

Suitability for children

Children are very welcome accompanied by an adult

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.

Other

Please note that all activities are free but normal admissions still apply. Dogs welcome. If travelling to Greenway by car, you'll need to book a parking space in advance via the website.

Upcoming events

'Voices of the garden' immersive audio trail at Greenway 

Step back in time on an exciting new trail, 'Voices of the garden' as, HistoryScapes, an immersive audio app, brings Greenway’s garden to life.

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on
13 Jul to 1 Nov 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 111 other dates or times

Hidden Treasure at Greenway: The silk jacket 

As seen on the television show Hidden Treasures of the National Trust, a 100 year old silk jacket worn by Agatha Christie's mother is now on display to visitors for the first time.

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on
13 Jul to 1 Nov 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 111 other dates or times

Festival of Archaeology at Greenway 

Celebrate the Festival of Archaeology at Greenway.

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on
18 Jul to 2 Aug 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 15 other dates or times

Storytime and crafts with Paignton Libraries 

Come and explore some exciting stories, take part in a craft activity and be inspired to write your own fairytale.

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on
25 Jul 2026
at 10:30 to 14:30