Blossom at Rufford Old Hall
Every spring, blossom declares the arrival of brighter days to come. We invite you to enjoy blossom’s fleeting beauty and celebrate all the good it can do – for people and for nature.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Join us at Rufford Old Hall throughout May to celebrate Blossom.
There are lots of ways to get involved this Spring. Follow the Blossom trail through the house and explore how florals were used to decorate Victorian homes. Look out for poetry written by Louise Stockdale, who lived at Rufford Old Hall and whose portrait is hung in the school room. Try your hand at some origami and poetry writing in the Cottage Garden Room and visit our orchard to see the apple blossom in bloom.
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
This event is suitable for children of all ages
- Meeting point
Please visit the second-hand bookshop to pay for admission and find out more.
- What to bring and wear
Suitable footwear and clothing for exploring the grounds and depending on the weather.
- Accessibility
There is step free access to the ground floor of the hall, tea room and second-hand bookshop. Please see our access statement for a full overview: https://www.accessable.co.uk/national-trust/rufford-old-hall-national-trust
Upcoming events
What's On at Rufford Old Hall
Throughout 2026, Rufford Old Hall will host a programme of free to experience activities and events for all the family, included in the price of admission.
Dementia Action Week at Rufford Old Hall
During Dementia Action Week, join us as we host a series of dementia-friendly activities designed to encourage connection, conversation, and reminiscence in the welcoming surroundings of the Hall and gardens
Forget-Me-Not – Dementia Friendly Café at Rufford Old Hall
Join us at Rufford Old Hall for our monthly Dementia Café, a warm and welcoming space for people living with dementia and those who support them.
Tai Chi in the Gardens
Escape to Rufford's peaceful garden for a morning session of Tai Chi.