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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.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Pop in and meet our gardeners as they plant cress heads in the Kitchen Garden. Ask them questions and have a go at making your own cress head to take home

All sessions are free, donations welcome.

If we are exceptionally busy, we may ask you to pop back later in the day.

Check out our other summer events on the Upcoming Events section of our website, including: storytelling, family yoga, dance parties, nature activities, other weekly crafts and more!

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for children

Meeting point

Find us under the Summer of Play stretch tent in the Kitchen Garden. It takes around 15-20 minutes from the car park and reception.

What to bring and wear

The activity is under cover outside, so dress for the weather.

Accessibility

This session includes grass and gravel paths, some of which may not be suitable for all mobility aids. Please see the accessibility pages on the website for more information.

Upcoming events

Event

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.

Event summary

on
12 Jul to 27 Sep 2025
at
09:30 to 16:00
+ 77 other dates or times
Event

Formal Garden Tours 

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

Event summary

on
13 Jul to 24 Oct 2025
at
11:30 to 12:30
+ 119 other dates or times
Event

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.

Event summary

on
15 Jul to 9 Sep 2025
at
09:45 to 11:15
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

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!

Event summary

on
15 Jul to 16 Dec 2025
at
10:00 to 11:00
+ 23 other dates or times