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The Pikachu Art Adventure at Kingston Lacy

Think you know art at the National Trust? Think again. Discover a unique art adventure at Kingston Lacy this autumn – with Pikachu as the star.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Calling all Pokémon fans – old and young! Join us to celebrate the Pokémon Trading Card Game: 30th Celebration with The Pikachu Art Adventure. Discover 30 Pikachu cards, each brought to life by a different illustrator, find out fun facts about the iconic character, and design your own Pikachu trading card.

There's no need to book and nothing extra to pay (normal admission applies).

National Trust members will need to show their membership cards at Visitor Reception and non-members will need to pay the admission price (from £23 per adult, £11.50 per child) or join the National Trust.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

The Woodland Walk is level, and a mix of tarmac, mud path and gravel. The trail continues on the ground floor of the house; while mostly accessible for wheelchair users, one board is situated down steps.

Meeting point

Start your adventure from Visitor Reception

What to bring and wear

The trail is both indoors and outdoors, so wear appropriate clothes for the weather.

Upcoming events

Heritage Open Days: Free entry to Kingston Lacy 

We are celebrating Heritage Open Days by offering free entry to Kingston Lacy on 17 - 19 September. Discover Kingston Lacy, an opulent family home built to resemble a Venetian Palace.

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17 Sep to 19 Sep 2026
at 09:30 to 17:00+ 2 other dates or times

Rani Lacy: revealing an Indian treasure 

Explore the culture, craftsmanship and creativity surrounding one of the National Trust's greatest treasures: the Visakhapatnam cabinet.

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17 Sep to 23 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 15:00+ 36 other dates or times

Indian block printing workshop 

Discover the beautiful heritage craft of Indian block printing in this relaxed and creative workshop with Wiltshire-based block printmaker and founder of Wild Block Print Co, Lela Brooke.

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20 Sep to 10 Oct 2026
at 13:00 to 16:30+ 1 other date or time

Nordic Walking for Parkinson’s 

To complement our Parkinson’s running and walking groups, Dorset Council are offering Nordic Walking sessions to help those living with Parkinson's to become more active or maintain an active lifestyle and get out in nature at Kingston Lacy.

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21 Sep to 23 Nov 2026
at 14:00 to 15:00+ 9 other dates or times