Family Fun Afternoon
Come on down for an afternoon of family fun activities in the garden of Gawthorpe Hall.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Join us in the garden for some fun summer activities, have a go with our castles croquet set, play with the garden games and make giant bubbles.
Next explore the mobile library and listen to a story, get creative making your own badge or DIY binoculars.
Drop-in, no booking needed, children must be accompanied by an adult.
Free activity in the grounds.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
Family friendly event
- Meeting point
Outside the front of the Hall.
- What to bring and wear
The event is outside in the grounds, please come prepared for the weather.
- Accessibility
The paths can be uneven.
Upcoming events
Gawthorpe Textiles Collection exhibition
A fantastic display of beautiful historic textiles from the collection of Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth, across four rooms of the Hall.
An Account of Life: Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s
An exhibition bringing the household of Gawthorpe Hall in the 1600s to life, through the original account books of the Shuttleworth Family.
The Craft House: a talk about Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth and her textile collection
This talk by the curator of Gawthorpe Textiles Collection tells the fascinating story of Rachel Kay-Shuttleworth, who grew up at Gawthorpe Hall and had a passion for textiles and craft.
Outdoor theatre – Treasure Island
Take to the high seas with Off the Ground outdoor theatre in their original version of the swashbuckling classic tale Treasure Island!