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Henrietta's Garden 

Join us this year in celebrating the 20th anniversary of the restoration of Henrietta Bankes’ vision of the Japanese Garden, filled with cherry blossom, bamboo and acers.

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12 Jul to 27 Sep 2025
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09:30 to 16:00
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Formal Garden Tours 

Come along to one of our volunteer-led Formal Garden tours to discover the history, horticulture and highlights of the season.

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13 Jul to 24 Oct 2025
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11:30 to 12:30
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Henrietta's house and garden tour 

Discover how Henrietta Bankes, an influential member of the family, made her mark at Kingston Lacy in the house and garden and feel like one of her guests. Book a place on a guided tour running monthly during March- September.

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15 Jul to 9 Sep 2025
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09:45 to 11:15
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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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15 Jul to 16 Dec 2025
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10:00 to 11:00
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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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17 Jul to 18 Dec 2025
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10:00 to 11:00
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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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17 Jul to 9 Dec 2025
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10:00 to 11:30
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Outdoor theatre: Twelfth Night 

Join the Lord Chamberlain's Men this summer for Shakespeare's greatest romantic comedy, Twelfth Night. Pack a picnic and a chair or blanket, and come along to a magical evening of entertainment.

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17 Jul to 18 Jul 2025
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19:00 to 21:30
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Tractor and Trailer rides 

Join us for one of our monthly tractor and trailer rides across the parkland, and see the Red Devon cows up close.

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19 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
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10:00 to 11:00
+ 8 other dates or times
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Summer of Play 

Discover a summer jam-packed with fun for all ages in Kitchen Garden. Play with giant building blocks, visit the story garden, race on bouncy strawberries or join one of our pop-up events.

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19 Jul to 7 Sep 2025
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10:00 to 16:00
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Summer of Play: Garden Collages 

Get creative and help us make six giant collages inspired by the Kitchen Garden that will be proudly displayed in the greenhouses this summer.

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19 Jul 2025
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10:30 to 15:30
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Summer of Play: Mini-beasts and Forest Detective walks 

This summer, join us for fun, hands-on nature walks featuring bug hunting, bird spotting, tree ID, and more. Book your ticket for wild woodland adventures now.

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21 Jul to 25 Aug 2025
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10:00 to 11:00
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Pre-schooler Yoga with their grown-ups 

Take a deep breath and spend some quality time together for a special morning yoga session for pre-schoolers and their grown-ups in the beautiful surroundings of Kingston Lacy.

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22 Jul 2025
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09:45 to 10:35
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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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22 Jul 2025
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10:00 to 13:00
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Summer of Play: Bubble play with Squidge and Pop 

Chase and dance through rainbow swirling bubbles with Squidge and Pop! Watch tricks and giant bubble spectacles as well as having a go at making your own bubbles too.

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22 Jul to 26 Aug 2025
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11:00 to 12:30
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Festival of Archaeology: Dig in and discover 

Uncover 4,000 years of history with hands on activities in our Summer of Play area in the Kitchen Garden.

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23 Jul to 24 Jul 2025
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10:30 to 15:00
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Summer of Play: Dance Parties 

Dance joyfully and get energised for your Summer of Play adventure! There'll be plenty of toe-tapping tunes and our dance leaders, Amber and Lucy, will take you though all the moves.

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23 Jul to 20 Aug 2025
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11:00 to 12:00
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Summer of Play: Dorset Scrapstore craft and make 

Are you ready to get crafty? Join the Dorset Scrapstore every Friday for a brand new creative activity.

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25 Jul to 29 Aug 2025
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10:30 to 15:00
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Summer of Play: Plant a seed 

Green fingers at the ready! Join us in the Kitchen Garden potting shed on Saturdays in the summer holidays for planting sessions.

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26 Jul to 30 Aug 2025
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11:00 to 14:00
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Summer of Play: Pre-schooler Yoga with their grown-ups 

Take a deep breath and spend some quality time together for a special morning yoga session for pre-schoolers and their grown-ups in the beautiful surroundings of Kitchen Garden, a short walk from Visitor Reception.

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29 Jul to 28 Aug 2025
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10:00 to 10:35
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Summer of Play: Move together family yoga 

Stretch and move together as you get ready for an adventurous Summer of Play day. This family session takes you through some simple moves inspired by nature, history and summer.

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29 Jul to 28 Aug 2025
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11:00 to 11:35
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Summer of Play: Jamie Jigsaw circus workshop and magic show 

Have a go at juggling, diabolo, plate spinning, ribbon twirling and much more and then sit

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30 Jul to 27 Aug 2025
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11:00 to 12:30
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Summer of Play: Make a bird feeder 

Join our gardeners as they introduce you to our bird feeding area in the Kitchen Garden and have a go at making your own bird feeder to take home.

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31 Jul 2025
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10:30 to 15:00
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Kitchen Garden guided tour 

Meet a volunteer garden guide in the Kitchen Garden to discover a history of home-grown produce and experimental planting schemes.

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6 Aug to 1 Oct 2025
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11:30 to 12:30
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Outdoor theatre: The Wind in the Willows 

Illyria is back! This summer, the award-winning company presents The Wind in the Willows, a timeless classic for the whole family. Pack a picnic and a chair or blanket, and come along to a magical evening of entertainment.

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7 Aug 2025
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19:00 to 20:45
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Summer of Play: Plant a cress head with the gardeners 

Join our gardeners as they help you plant your own cress head in the Kitchen Garden and answer your questions about life as a gardener at Kingston Lacy.

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12 Aug 2025
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10:30 to 15:00
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Smartphone photography workshop 

Learn how to get the most out of your smartphone camera, fall in love with taking pictures, and capture the highlights of gardens on this smartphone photography workshop.

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16 Aug to 11 Oct 2025
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13:00 to 15:00
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Estate Walk: Shapwick and Tarrant Crawford 

Step out and join a delightful morning walk around the countryside taking in Shapwick, the River Stour, Tarrant Crawford and Bishops Court Farm. Distance: approx. 6 miles. Time: approx. 3.5 hours.

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18 Aug 2025
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10:00 to 13:30
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Willow-weaving Workshop 

Come along for a relaxing and creative session and learn to make your own charming willow basket. Perfect for storing craft supplies or giving as a thoughtful handmade gift.

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6 Sep 2025
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10:30 to 14:30
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Japanese Tea Garden experience 

Celebrate 20 years since the restoration of the Japanese Garden. Enjoy an exclusive tour of the Japanese Tea Garden with Kingston Lacy's head gardener, before sitting down to enjoy tasters of Japanese tea in this peaceful spot.

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27 Sep 2025
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11:00 to 12:00
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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 wonderous 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
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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
+ 59 other dates or times