Garden Trail: Shaw's Scrumptious Veg
Bernard Shaw loved his vegetable patch, especially when it was made into rhubarb pie! This summer, help our housekeeper and gardener look after our imaginary patch on this interactive garden trail.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
While adults unwind, children are invited to explore our charming garden and discover the 5 ingredients needed to make a healthy vegetable grow! With its intimate setting and enclosed setting, our garden provides the perfect summer sanctuary for families seeking a tranquil experience in nature.
Free with garden entry. Pick up a trail sheet from the kiosk and find five stations dotted around his garden.
Thursday 10 July – Sunday 31 August (Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday only) 10.00am – 5.00pm No booking required
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Perfect for little ones.
- Meeting point
Join us at the visitor kiosk to collect your trail sheet.
- What to bring and wear
This event is outdoors so please wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear.
- Accessibility
Our garden has hard surfaced paths that are suitable for wheelchairs and buggies. There are two sets of steps in the garden but these can be avoided by going around them on low gradient grass verges.
- Other
Dogs are welcome but must remain on leads at all times.
Upcoming events
Outdoor Theatre: Arms and the Man
With his home at the backdrop, Rumpus are proud to present an exciting new production of the Bernard Shaw play, Arms and the Man, for the playwright’s Birthday weekend!
Outdoor Theatre: Sense and Sensibility
With Shaw's Corner as the backdrop, DOT Productions presents the Jane Austen classic: ‘Sense & Sensibility’
Outdoor Family Theatre: Robin Hood
Who’s ready for an adventure? With Shaw's Corner as the backdrop, DOT Productions presents their 2025 family show: Robin Hood
Outdoor Cinema: Shakes versus Shav
This August Bank Holiday Monday, join us for a garden screening of madcap puppet film, Shakes Versus Shav: a fresh and fitting tribute to two of the greatest writers in the English language…with strings attached.