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at Kingston Lacy

Stranger Folk digital adventure 

Trouble is brewing at Kingston Lacy and the strange folk have arrived. Gather your team for an exciting digital adventure for 7-12 year olds and imaginative adults and help send them back through the cracks between our world and theirs.

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26 Oct to 9 Nov 2025
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09:00 to 15:15
+ 14 other dates or times

Japanese Autumnal Acer stamp trail 

Join us in the Japanese Garden as we celebrate 20 years since it's restoration. Follow the route through the stunning autumnal Acers a d collect a series of stamps that layer up to reveal an autumnal garden scene.

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26 Oct to 2 Nov 2025
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09:30 to 15:00
+ 7 other dates or times

October Half Term Crafts 

Throughout half term meet us in the potting shed for spooky autumn mask and wand making to prepare you for some Stranger Folk magic.

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26 Oct to 2 Nov 2025
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10:30 to 15:00
+ 7 other dates or times

Meet Rembrandt: a slow looking experience 

Slow down, get comfortable and come face-to-face with Rembrandt at Kingston Lacy this autumn.

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26 Oct to 16 Nov 2025
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10:30 to 15:00
+ 21 other dates or times

Family Nature walks 

Join us for fun, hands-on family nature walks featuring bug hunting, leaf bunting, tree ID, and more. Book your place on arrival at Visitor Reception.

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27 Oct 2025
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10:30 to 11:30
+ 2 other dates or times

Nordic walking at Kingston Lacy 

Nordic Walking is an enhancement of ordinary walking. When trained in the right technique to use the poles effectively, it increases use of the upper body and enables you to work harder but it feels easier!

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28 Oct to 16 Dec 2025
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10:00 to 11:00
+ 7 other dates or times

Kingston Lacy Health Cycle Rides: every Thursday at 10am 

Would you like to take up cycling again, have lost confidence, or would just like to ride with other people using traffic-free trails or quiet country lanes? These rides are led by trained volunteers from Dorset Council's Health and Activity...

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30 Oct to 18 Dec 2025
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10:00 to 11:00
+ 7 other dates or times

Kingston Lacy social walks 

Discover the ever changing Kingston Lacy woodlands and countryside and have the opportunity to meet new people on these gentle strolls, ranging from 3-4 miles (around 1.5 hours).

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13 Nov 2025 to 10 Dec 2026
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10:00 to 11:30
+ 13 other dates or times

Christmas origami crafts 

This Christmas test out your folding skills and take home a festive Christmas decoration.

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22 Nov 2025 to 4 Jan 2026
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09:30 to 15:00
+ 43 other dates or times

Kingston Lacy's magical Christmas ball 

A glistening Christmas deserves an equally elegant ball that will sweep you off your feet. Follow the story of a wondrous woodland winter ball in the house and gardens, with plenty of festive magic to discover.

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22 Nov 2025 to 4 Jan 2026
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09:30 to 16:00
+ 41 other dates or times

Storytelling with Santa 

This festive season, join us on an adventure to find Santa in his hidden storybook nook for a cosy Christmas tale, an early gift and a chance to take a photo with the man himself! Pre-book your tickets here. Normal property entry charges apply.

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22 Nov to 23 Dec 2025
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10:00 to 11:00
+ 61 other dates or times

Christmas bubbles with Squidge and Pop 

Chase and dance through swirling bubbles with Squidge and Pop! Watch tricks and wintery bubble magic around the Christmas tree in the courtyard.

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22 Nov to 30 Nov 2025
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12:00 to 13:00
+ 3 other dates or times

Free Christmas minibus from Wimborne 

On selected dates this Christmas travel to Kingston Lacy from Wimborne on a free minibus service.

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24 Nov to 3 Dec 2025
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09:30 to 13:45
+ 3 other dates or times

Storytelling with Santa, relaxed sessions 

This festive season, join us for a relaxed session with Santa in his hidden storybook nook for a cosy Christmas tale, an early gift and a chance to take a photo with the man himself! Normal property entry charges apply.

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19 Dec 2025
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10:00 to 11:00
+ 1 other date or time

Meet Rembrandt: a slow looking experience 

Slow down, get comfortable and come face-to-face with Rembrandt at Kingston Lacy this autumn.

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12 Jan to 22 Mar 2026
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10:30 to 15:00
+ 69 other dates or times

Estate Walk: Badbury Rings and Tarrant Rushton 

A walk filled with rich history and the opportunity to enjoy some areas of woodland not normally accessible. Distance: 7 miles, Time: approx. 3-4 hours.

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2 Apr 2026
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10:00 to 14:00

Estate Walk: Bluebells 

A delightful walk in bluebell season, visiting Pamphill Green, Little Pamphill, Bear Wood and All Fools Lane. Distance: 5 miles. Time: approx. 3 hours

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7 May 2026
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10:00 to 13:00

Estate Walk: Shapwick and Bishops Court Farm 

Step out and join a delightful morning walk around the countryside surrounding Shapwick, the River Stour, Tarrant Crawford and Bishops Court Farm. Distance: 5 miles. Time: approx. 2.5 hours

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11 Jun 2026
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10:00 to 12:30

Estate Walk: Badbury Rings 

A walk with fine views and the opportunity to discover some of the fascinating history of the ancient Iron Age hill fort of Badbury Rings. Distance: 4 miles. Time: approx. 3 hours. Only assistance dogs can be welcomed on these walks.

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28 Jul 2026
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10:00 to 13:00

Estate Walk: Holt Forest 

Join our walk on the ancient Holt Heath, one of Dorset's largest areas of unspoilt lowland heathland. Distance: 6 miles. Time: approx. 3 hours

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22 Aug 2026
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10:00 to 12:30

Estate Walk: Pamphill and the Droves 

A delightful walk in visiting Pamphill Green, Little Pamphill, Bear Wood and All Fools Lane. Distance: 5 Miles Time: 3 hours

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22 Sep 2026
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10:00 to 13:00