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Summer of Play at Basildon Park 24 July to 31 August

Fill the long summer days with fun and activities for all the family at Basildon Park.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Jump into a jam-packed Summer of Play at Basildon Park!

Be the first to experience the Walled Garden play hub, opening for the first time in Summer 2026. Basildon's famous ball-runs are making a grand return, with 8 brand-new ball runs to try, alongside a construction zone to let you creativity run wild.

Head into the pleasure grounds to find the fashion hub, filled with games and activities to channel your inner fashion designer. Strut your stuff on the runway, play classic games with a twist and create your own outfits.

With all this on offer everyday throughout the Summer, and special late openings of Fridays and Saturdays, there are so many reasons to keep coming back. Standard admission to the property applies.

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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 all ages.

Meeting point

Head to visitor reception to find out where the play hubs are located, and then head off on your summer adventure.

What to bring and wear

Please dress appropriately for the weather.

Contact info

Basildon Park estate office

Upcoming events

Bluebell Trail at Basildon Park 

Experience a new walk at Basildon Park to see the bluebells at their best this Spring.

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on
1 May to 18 May 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 17 other dates or times

Fashioning a Beautiful World 

“You know what’s going to happen don’t you? You’re going to buy Basildon.” Join us to explore the history of Basildon Park and its restoration.

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on
1 May to 31 May 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 30 other dates or times

Guided woodland walks at Basildon Park 

Embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting woodlands and sprawling estate of Basildon Park with our volunteer-led estate walk.

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on
8 May 2026 to 1 Jan 2027
at 11:00 to 12:30+ 34 other dates or times

Colour Detectives - May half term trail at Basildon Park 

Come along to Basildon Park this May half term and hunt out all of the colours patterns and textures found in the house and gardens.

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on
23 May to 31 May 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 8 other dates or times