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.
Slow down, get comfortable and come face-to-face with Rembrandt at Kingston Lacy this autumn.
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.
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...
Come along to one of our volunteer-led Formal Garden tours to discover the history, horticulture and highlights of the season.
Exercise can be a great way for those living with Parkinson's to maintain activity levels.
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Meet a volunteer garden guide in the Kitchen Garden to discover a history of home-grown produce and experimental planting schemes.
Discover the fascinating history and nature of Holt Heath. Distance: 5 miles. Time: approx. 3 hours
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.
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).
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.
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.
Chase and dance through swirling bubbles with Squidge and Pop! Watch tricks and wintery bubble magic around the Christmas tree in the courtyard.
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.
Slow down, get comfortable and come face-to-face with Rembrandt at Kingston Lacy this autumn.
A delightful walk in bluebell season, visiting Pamphill Green, Little Pamphill, Bear Wood and All Fools Lane. Distance: 5 miles. Time: approx. 3 hours
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
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.
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
A delightful walk in visiting Pamphill Green, Little Pamphill, Bear Wood and All Fools Lane. Distance: 5 Miles Time: 3 hours