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Summer of Play at Emmetts Garden

Enjoy fun, active, and musical play at Emmetts Garden this summer.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

We have a fully stocked play cupboard on the main field for the whole family to enjoy. Play a game of cricket, create a running course with our sports cones, play a spot of badminton, or practice your hula hooping skills. There is something for everyone.

New this year, there are musical installations to be found throughout the garden to create your own music amidst the picturesque and blooming gardens.

After a cup of tea in the Old Stables Tearoom you can head down to our Wild Play Area to find our climbing frame, tunnel and swings.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

Please ask at the Visitor Centre for more details

Accessibility

Steep paths and steps in places. Woodland path is uneven and non-tarmacked. Accessible toilets. Buggy available (dependent on staff levels.)

Contact info

Central Box Office

Upcoming events

Event

Signs of Spring Family Trail 

Spring has arrived at Emmetts Garden. Pick up a spotter trail sheet at the Visitor Centre and explore the gardens.

Event summary

on
1 May to 1 Jun 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 31 other dates or times
Event

Music on the Meadow 

Join us for an afternoon of music!

Event summary

on
13 Jul to 17 Aug 2025
at
14:00 to 16:00
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

British Sign Language (BSL) Interpreted Emmetts Garden History Tour 

Discover the history of Emmetts Garden. A National Trust guide will be leading the group with a British Sign Language (BSL)/English Interpreter.

Event summary

on
16 Jul to 5 Dec 2025
at
13:00 to 14:00
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

Outdoor Theatre: Pride & Prejudice by This Is My Theatre 

Step into the world of Pride and Prejudice this summer as This Is My Theatre brings Jane Austen’s beloved tale to life.

Event summary

on
27 Jul 2025
at
18:30 to 20:00