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at Mottisfont

Women artists in the Derek Hill collection 

To mark the launch of a fascinating new book Women Artists and Designers at the National Trust, Mottisfont is shining a spotlight on four important works from its own collection, by influential female artists, Gwen John and Barbara Hepworth and...

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1 Sep to 2 Nov 2025
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11:00 to 15:30
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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang: Celebrating 60 years! 

Take off on a magical summer adventure!

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1 Sep to 2 Nov 2025
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11:00 to 16:00
+ 62 other dates or times

Guided walks along the River Test at Mottisfont 

Tuesdays and Wednesdays until September, 11.30am and 2pm: a rare chance to walk along the banks the River Test, to find out more about the importance of chalk steams and the work we do to protect them.

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2 Sep to 3 Sep 2025
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11:30 to 12:30
+ 3 other dates or times

Merry-go-Round Storytelling: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang 

Join Merry-go-Round Storytelling for a lively, interactive performance that brings to life the much-loved story of the magical flying car.

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3 Sep to 7 Sep 2025
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12:30 to 13:00
+ 3 other dates or times

Mini Book Fayre 

For book lovers - whether it be fantasy, comedy, thriller, or classic novel. Come and find your next adventure in a book bundle of your choice.

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20 Sep to 21 Sep 2025
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time

Heritage Open Days at Mottisfont 2025 

Join us for this year’s Heritage Open days and enjoy free entry to this historic National Trust property where there is so much to explore!

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20 Sep to 21 Sep 2025
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10:00 to 17:00
+ 1 other date or time

Agent 11¾ Spy Family Trail 

Step into the secret world of spies on Mottisfont’s exciting new trail, inspired by the most famous of all fictional spies, James Bond.

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4 Oct to 2 Nov 2025
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10:00 to 17:00
+ 29 other dates or times

Land Art: Things with Wings 

Join us this November for a fun, hands-on weekend of land art at Mottisfont. Children can head out into the grounds to collect natural materials like leaves, twigs and feathers, then use them to make their own creative “Things with Wings”...

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8 Nov to 9 Nov 2025
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10:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time

A Cinderella Christmas at Mottisfont 

This Christmas, Mottisfont sets the stage for a festive pantomime twist on the classic tale of Cinderella as the house is transformed with theatrical flair and seasonal sparkle.

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22 Nov 2025 to 4 Jan 2026
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11:00 to 16:00
+ 41 other dates or times

Dear Future: I Leave This Place For You - Mottisfont Christmas Special 

Find out how a gift in your will can help us protect and preserve the special places in our care.

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4 Dec 2025
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10:30 to 14:30