What's coming up at Kingston Lacy
There's always plenty to do at Kingston Lacy. As the year turns, the acers in the Japanese Garden fire up and the Lime Avenue and woodland turn golden. There's a very special Pikachu trail for families (and big children), the wonderful avenue of textiles in the Japanese Garden and don't forget the last (for this year) of our social walks.
Colour your autumn
The temperature might be cooler but the garden's as hot as ever. You'll find spectacular colour in the Japanese Garden, where the Acer Glade is worth a special trip, and don't forget the Lime Avenue, where the leaves turn brightest yellow. Look out for a final burst of colour in the herbaceous borders as well.
The Pikachu Art Adventure: every day until 8 November
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.
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).
An avenue of textiles
Take a stroll to Lady Walk in the Japanese Garden to see an avenue of textiles. It was created by contemporary painter, Alyina Zaidi, in response to the magnificent Rani Lacy, an 18th-century, ivory-inlaid cabinet and one of the National Trust's greatest treasures.
The installation is based on a painting by the artist and was designed as an immersive walkway set against the changing colours of the trees in the Japanese Garden. The banners have a shifting transparency as the light changes throughout the day.
Experience the installation until 24 November, and click below to find out what inspired Alyina Zaidi.
Living with Parkinson's? Get moving at Kingston Lacy!
We've got new exercise sessions for those living with Parkinson's.
Developed alongside the charity Parkinson's UK, these sociable sessions have been specially tailored to keep you active and out in nature. You'll receive ideas and guidance to help you stay active between sessions so your only decision is whether to choose running, walking or Nordic walking.
You need to book, but the sessions are free and carers are welcome too. You'll be supported by trained run and walk leaders, who have all the experience to get you moving whatever your mobility.
Thinking ahead to Christmas?
We certainly are! There's a feast of delights in store for you, from Storytelling with Santa (book your child now to create the most magical of memories) to the bubble-tastic Squidge and Pop, from a gloriously decorated State floor with a towering Christmas tree and festive mantelpiece in every room, to the magic of the winter gardens.
This year we'll be staying open till 7.30pm on 4 and 5 December as well, if you fancy a bit of late-night shopping. The house will be open till 6.30pm and there'll be extra treats from Dorset Pizza Kitchen and Crepe Salut.
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Discover the garden at Kingston Lacy
Relax and wander the gardens to enjoy seasonal interest at any time of year, with plenty of space for children to run, skip and play, and spaces to stop along the way.
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Eating and shopping at Kingston Lacy
Sample the delicious menu at the Stables Café or visit the National Trust shop to browse a wide range of gifts, souvenirs and local produce. There's also a second-hand book store stocking a huge selection of titles, old and new.
