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Summer of Play at Washington Old Hall

Experience a Summer of Play at Washington Old Hall.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Get active and challenge your family with self-led outdoor games and activities all summer long. Spend quality time together and make the most of being outside during the school holidays. If you need a break after all that fun, enjoy relaxing in deckchairs or have a peaceful picnic in the gardens.

Activities are free (normal admission applies).

Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank and supported by Sport England.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for children of all ages. Must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

Please ask at admissions to find the Summer of Play activities on the day.

What to bring and wear

Weather appropriate clothing and shoes are recommended. Please be aware, the ground might be muddy.

Upcoming events

Event

North East in Blossom 2025: Blooming Sounds exhibition 

Listen to nature soundscapes recorded in Washington by local primary school pupils, and see a showcase of the project the pupils took part in from start to finish.

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on
20 Jun to 31 Jul 2025
at
10:00 to 15:30
+ 33 other dates or times
Event

Live music in the hall 

Local musicians make a visit to Washington Old Hall extra special.

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on
7 Jul to 6 Oct 2025
at
01:00 to 01:00
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

The Pantaloons present Hamlet at Washington Old Hall 

An inventive outdoor performance of the classic Shakespearean tragedy.

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on
17 Aug 2025
at
19:00 to 21:30
Event

Moth night at Washington Old Hall 

Meet some of our nocturnal wildlife.

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on
22 Aug 2025
at
21:30 to 23:45