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Summer of Play: The Bee Circus Walkabout

You might have heard of a Flea Circus before, but have you ever heard of a Bee Circus? Dr Albina and his Buzztastic show are in town to give you a close look at one of nature’s most talented insects – the humble bee!

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Come and meet nature's superstar insects up close in this buzztastic Bee Walkabout and learn about the vital role that bees play in our world!

All sessions are free. Normal admission charges to Kingston Lacy apply. 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

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

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The basics

Meeting point

The circus workshop will be in the Summer of Play field in the Kitchen Garden. The walk is around 15-20 minutes from the car park and reception.

Accessibility

There are a mix of surfaces on the way to and in the Kitchen Garden. Please visit the accessibility pages on the website for further details. There are quieter areas nearby.

Upcoming events

Easter Adventures at Kingston Lacy 

Join in the Easter fun this spring. Put on your bunny ears and complete the ten amazing activities around the Easter adventure field before claiming your tasty prize. Normal admission applies.

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on
30 Mar to 12 Apr 2026
at 10:00 to 15:00+ 13 other dates or times

Estate Walk: Badbury Rings and Tarrant Rushton 

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on
2 Apr 2026
at 10:00 to 14:00

Spring clean talks 

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on
13 Apr to 19 Apr 2026
at 10:45 to 11:10+ 20 other dates or times

Meet the Kingston Lacy lambs 

Spring is in the air, and it is time for little lambs to frolic in the fields. Kingston Lacy’s Portland sheep will be lambing throughout April so join a member of the farm team to learn more about the lambs.

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on
18 Apr to 19 Apr 2026
at 11:00 to 12:00+ 1 other date or time