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Killerton The Sunset Series

Outdoor Theatre
Outdoor theatre at the National Trust | © Rob Stothard

This summer, experience the magic of an open-air performance set against the backdrop of the setting sun at Killerton. From timeless theatre classics to exciting new plays, join us for a series of captivating twilight shows in the picturesque surroundings of the parkland.

2026 summer listings


June

King Arthur
Saturday 6 June | The Three Inch Fools

Tickets available soon.

Folk on the Lawn
Saturday 20 June | An evening with Rhillig and Geoff Lakeman

Come along and enjoy the music! Set in front of the house, bring a chair or blanket and join us for an evening of folk music with Rhillig and Geoff Lakeman.

Tickets now available.

July

Moulin Bouge
Friday 10 July | Enchante Productions

Enchanté Productions are delighted to welcome you for a spudtacular evening- The Moulin Bouge! The World’s First, Best, and Only Potato Themed Cabaret!

Tickets now available.

Pirates of Penzance
Friday 17 July | Illyria

Illyria's production of Pirates of Penzance by Gilbert & Sullivan. Packed with hilarious melodrama, sharp satire and glittering wit and as fresh as if it had been written today.

Tickets now available.

Othello
Tuesday 21 July | The Lord Chamberlain's Men

Join The Lord Chamberlain’s Men this summer for Othello, one of the most captivating and powerful plays ever written.

Tickets now available.

Pinocchio
Thursday 30 July | Illyria

Illyria's production of Pinocchio by Carlo Collodi. How can Pinocchio ever become a real boy when even lies told to cover up awkward truths are as plain as the nose on his face?

Tickets now available.

Illyria theatre actors perform Dr Dolittle with bird puppets

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Family-friendly things to do at Killerton 

Explore the garden, woods and parkland at Killerton. With an estate that covers 6,400 acres, you'll find fun and adventures for children of all ages.

Girl in the garden at Killerton holding a large leaf

Outdoor activities at Killerton 

Find out about walking, cycling, orienteering and horse riding at Killerton.

Close-up of an orienteering schedule & compass at Brancaster being used as part of the programme provided for children by the Activity Centre.

Things to do on the estate at Killerton 

Explore the forests, orchards and parkland on the vast estate at Killerton and discover the creatures that live here, from Highland cows and dormice to bats and butterflies.

Autumn colour in the parkland at Killerton

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