Nature adventures at Kingston Lacy
Join the Kingston Lacy Ranger team for Nature Adventures every Thursday in August. Discover the farm and its animals, learn about healthy eating at the Kitchen Garden, enjoy archery and uncover the past on an archaeology adventure.
- Booking essential
- Free event
Book a nature activity and a tasty lunch with Kingston Lacy’s Rangers this summer. Every Thursday in August, we’re hosting sessions in and around the estate, part of Dorset Council’s Summer in Dorset programme.
31 Jul: Learn to read a map and use compass on this Treasure Hunt 7 Aug: Take a tractor-trailer ride round Home Farm, and meet the gardeners to discover the Kitchen Garden. 14 Aug: Dig up the past and find out what life was like at Kingston Lacy with our Archaeology Adventure. 21 Aug: The Friendly Food Club will be joining us in the Kitchen Garden to uncover the pleasures of seasonal eating. 28 Aug: Join the Action Van for a fun session of archery at Pamphill cricket green
Sessions begin at 10.30am and finish at 2.30pm. Parents are required to stay for the whole session.
You can see more details here https://www.helpandkindness.co.uk/organisations/4421/national-trust-kingston-lacy
Dorset Council’s Summer in Dorset is designed to provide high quality, accessible and affordable activities to children and young people who go to school in Dorset.
Find out more here https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/children-families/holiday-activities-and-food-programme. Your child may be eligible to access these activities for free. See web page for details.
Booking essential. To book call 01202 840630 or email kingstonlacy@nationaltrust.org.uk.
Times
The basics
- Booking details
Call 01202 840630 or email kingstonlacy@nationaltrust.org.uk
- What to bring and wear
Please dress appropriately for the weather and outdoor activities.
- Accessibility
Please contact the team to discuss accessibility needs.
Upcoming events
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.
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!
Summer of Play
Discover a summer jam-packed with fun for all ages in Kitchen Garden. Play with giant building blocks, visit the story garden, race on bouncy strawberries or join one of our pop-up events.
Summer of Play: Bubble play with Squidge and Pop
Chase and dance through rainbow swirling bubbles with Squidge and Pop! Watch tricks and giant bubble spectacles as well as having a go at making your own bubbles too.