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Pokémon joins Kingston Lacy's Summer of Play

Discover a summer jam-packed with fun in the Kitchen Garden as Pokémon joins Kingston Lacy's Summer of Play. Play with giant building blocks, put on a show at the puppet theatre, race on bouncy strawberries or join one of our daily pop-up events.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

There's something for all the family to enjoy at Kingston Lacy this summer.

Head to the Kitchen Garden to join the summer fun. Play with giant building blocks, put on a performance at the puppet theatre and discover lots more games and activities.

On top of an already jam-packed Summer of Play, discover all-new Pokémon zones. Get stuck into the Pokémon Trading Card Game, flex your skills, and collect Mega Evolution stickers!

There are also two wonderful play areas to discover and explore, one in the Kitchen Garden and one on the Woodland Walk.

Plus, there are daily pop-up events throughout the summer holidays. Please keep an eye on the Upcoming Events section of our website for more details.

Pack a picnic to enjoy, or pop to the picnic trailer or café for lunch, hot and cold drinks or ice creams.

Normal admission charges 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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Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Meeting point

Summer of Play takes place in the Kitchen Garden, approximately a 15 minute walk from Visitor Reception. It has its own toilets and coffee kiosk.

Upcoming events

Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Trail at Kingston Lacy 

Unleash your energy on a Pokémon adventure, celebrating the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Series.

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4 Jun to 6 Sep 2026
at 09:30 to 17:00+ 94 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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4 Jun to 23 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 15:00+ 141 other dates or times

Formal garden tours 

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

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4 Jun to 30 Oct 2026
at 11:30 to 12:30+ 171 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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6 Jun to 10 Oct 2026
at 13:00 to 16:30+ 2 other dates or times