Steampunk, Regency and Roses
Whimsy, Elegance & Blooming Beauty: May Bank Holiday at Gunby Estate Sunday 24 May - Monday 25 May 10 am–4pm
- Booking not needed
- Admission applies
Step into a world where history, imagination, and nature intertwine. This late May Bank Holiday, Gunby’s gardens burst into life, offering two enchanting days filled with colour, creativity, and character.
* Sunday 24 May – Steampunk Sunday Join the Skegness & East Coast Steampunks as they transform the estate with a fantastical twist—think Victorian flair meets imaginative invention. Expect goggles, gears, and glorious garden strolls among spring blooms.
* Monday 25 May – Regency Monday (Special reduced admission applies (today only) as part of the Lincolnshire Wolds Outdoor Festival) only: £7 Adults | £3.50 Children (under 17) Free for National Trust members and under 5s) On this day, the Lincolnshire Regency Society return in full period dress, inviting you to experience the grace and charm of the Regency era (1795–1837). Enjoy elegant dance displays, meet costumed characters, and bring a picnic to savour the day in true Regency style.
* Roses & Makers Market – Both Days Wander through our annual rose display, bursting with scent and colour, and browse the May Makers Market—a treasure trove of local crafts, handmade goods, and delightful treats nestled among the spring greenery.
Whether you're drawn by history, inspired by creativity, or simply seeking a beautiful day out in nature, Gunby offers a feast for the senses and a celebration of spring.
Free for National Trust members and under 5s Normal admission charges apply
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult Garden only | £7.00 |
| Adult House and Gardens | £12.00 |
| Child Garden only | £3.50 |
| Child House and Gardens | £6.00 |
Upcoming events
One Day Watercolour Workshop - Paint a Robin with Artist Nicola Bennett
Would you like to learn how to use watercolours in a tranquil setting? Then join this exclusive one day workshop with pet and wildlife artist Nicola Bennett and learn to paint a watercolour of a Robin.
Lincolnshire Vision of Nature - Exhibition by Doug Fossey
Lincolnshire Vision of Nature - Exhibition by Doug Fossey. Step inside and discover the charm and uniqueness of the Lincolnshire natural landscape in this exciting exhibition.
Gunby Social Walks - Wellbeing for Everyone
Join Our Social Walk at Gunby. Come along for a relaxed stroll led by one of our friendly Gunby Volunteer Walk Leaders.
Lincolnshire Wolds Outdoor Festival Walks - Archaeology walk to Bratoft Manor
Join us on Saturday 23 May at 10 am for a 3‑mile Archaeology Walk to Bratoft Manor Join us for a fascinating 3‑mile circular walk to Bratoft Manor, once the historic home of the Massingberd family.