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Summer of Play

Lively garden games and activities for all the family, in our Nature Garden, free of charge, all through the summer holidays.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Entry to the garden, tea-room and bookshop is free. Normal fees apply for entry to the house. Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Fun outdoor activities suitable for the whole family.

Meeting point

All the way down the bottom of the garden.

What to bring and wear

This is an outdoor activity, so please wear appropriate clothing for the weather.

Accessibility

Level access to garden, tea-room, bookshop and toilet.

Contact info

Paycocke's House and Garden

Upcoming events

Event

Spinning Weekend 

Demonstrations and cheerful chat with the Mid-Essex Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers.

Event summary

on
10 May to 11 May 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Quiet Mornings 

Join us for a calmer and more relaxed visit to Paycocke’s. These sessions are designed for anyone who would benefit from a quieter environment, including neurodivergent visitors.

Event summary

on
5 Jun to 2 Oct 2025
at
10:30 to 13:00
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

1920s Weekend 

Join the Companye of Merrie Folke as they turn the clock back to 1924 and celebrate the roaring 20s at Paycocke's.

Event summary

on
5 Jul to 6 Jul 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Spinning Weekend 

Demonstrations and cheerful chat with the Mid-Essex Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers.

Event summary

on
4 Oct to 5 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time