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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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22 Aug to 27 Sep 2025
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09:30 to 16:00
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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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22 Aug to 7 Sep 2025
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10:00 to 16:00
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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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22 Aug to 29 Aug 2025
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10:30 to 15:00
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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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22 Aug to 24 Oct 2025
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14:00 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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23 Aug to 30 Aug 2025
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11:00 to 14:00
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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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25 Aug 2025
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10:00 to 11:00
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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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26 Aug to 16 Dec 2025
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10:00 to 11:00
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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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26 Aug 2025
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11:00 to 12:30

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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27 Aug 2025
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11:00 to 12:30

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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28 Aug 2025
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10:00 to 10:35

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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28 Aug to 18 Dec 2025
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10:00 to 11:00
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Nature adventures at Kingston Lacy 

Join the Kingston Lacy Ranger team for Nature Adventures every Thursday in August. Discover the farm and its animals, learn about healthy eating at the Kitchen Garden, enjoy archery and uncover the past on an archaeology adventure.

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28 Aug 2025
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10:30 to 14:30

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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28 Aug 2025
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11:00 to 11:35

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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31 Aug 2025
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10:00 to 11:00
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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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3 Sep to 1 Oct 2025
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11:30 to 12:30
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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

Step into nature and running with Parkinson's 

Exercise can be a great way for those living with Parkinson's to maintain activity levels.

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8 Sep to 22 Sep 2025
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14:00 to 15:00
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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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9 Sep 2025
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09:45 to 11:15

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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10 Sep 2025 to 10 Dec 2026
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10:00 to 11:30
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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 Sep to 16 Nov 2025
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10:30 to 15:00
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Heritage Open Days: Free entry to Kingston Lacy 

We are celebrating Heritage Open Days by offering free entry to Kingston Lacy on 18 - 20 September. Discover Kingston Lacy, an opulent family home built to resemble a Venetian Palace. This year free bus transport from Wimborne and Blandford.

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18 Sep to 20 Sep 2025
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09:30 to 17:00
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Apple picking in the Kitchen Garden 

Crunch your way into autumn and visit the Kitchen Garden to help us pick apples for our pressing events and find out more about the orchards.

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24 Sep to 4 Oct 2025
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11:00 to 14:00
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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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25 Sep 2025 to 2 Apr 2026
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10:00 to 14:00
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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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27 Sep to 2 Nov 2025
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09:30 to 16:00
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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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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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1 Oct to 9 Nov 2025
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09:00 to 15:15
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Estate Walk: Holt Heath 

Discover the fascinating history and nature of Holt Heath. Distance: 5 miles. Time: approx. 3 hours

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7 Oct to 14 Oct 2025
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10:00 to 13:00
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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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11 Oct 2025
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13:00 to 15:00

Apple Discovery Days 

Visit the Kitchen Garden for our Apple Discovery days to learn and taste the different varieties of apples in the orchard.

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24 Oct to 31 Oct 2025
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11:00 to 14:00
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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

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: 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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8 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