Summer of Play
Come out to play with your friends and family this summer. Between 18 July - 01 September (closed Wednesdays and Thursdays) embark on your next adventure at Rufford Old Hall.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Run wild in the natural play area, enjoy a picnic and outdoor games in one of the paddocks, try on parts of armour in the Great Hall and tuck into your favourite treats in the Victorian tea-room.
Every day during summer opening times (Fri-Tues) enjoy an abundance of garden games and self-led activities.
Escape to the Orchard Paddock and take part in free sports activities including cricket, rounders, tennis and croquet.
From the Coach House you can collect a sports day kit box which includes instructions, skipping ropes, hoops, race markers, beanbags and more.
As part of Rufford’s usual offering don’t forget about the hugely popular balance bikes available to borrow, as well as nature backpacks, picture orienteering maps and binoculars which can be collected from the Coach House.
Summer of Play sponsored by Starling Bank. Normal admission charges apply.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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Please note this is only on selected days and times, please check before arrival.
Upcoming events
Regency Rejigged performance
On 27 April, join Regency ReJigged, a group of dancers based in the Northwest of England.
Beginners Flower Arranging Workshop
Join us on Friday 2 May for a beginners flower arrangement workshop led by Louise & Deb, expert floral designers and Chelsea Gold Medallists with over 10 years of experience in creating stunning, nature-inspired arrangements.
Galliard Folk Dancers
On 5 May, be entertained by Galliard Folk Dancers as they perform at Rufford Old Hall dressed in 17th century countryman costume.