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Costume at Claydon Exhibition

Visit Claydon House and take a walk through the changing fashions of its residents and learn how we preserve their legacy.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Claydon contains one of the most historically significant 17th to 19th century family fashion collections in Britain. Visit to explore a wonderful collection and learn about how the team cares for these pieces.

Children can also enjoy the Pesky Pests Trail, which is all about insects and bugs that can damage these precious collections. There is also a Find the Costume in the Painting Trail which involves some spotting fun for both children and adults!

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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

Children welcome!

Meeting point

Head to Visitor Reception upon arrival.

Accessibility

The exhibition is on the ground floor and is wheelchair accessible throughout, with scattered seats and benches.

Upcoming events

Event

Pesky Pests at Claydon Trail 

Not all visitors to historic houses are welcome! This trail introduces children to the insects that can damage our collections and the work we do to protect them.

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on
18 Jul to 20 Oct 2025
at
11:30 to 15:30
+ 55 other dates or times
Event

Find the Costume in the Painting Trail 

Uncover fascinating facts about historic clothes on this fun and engaging trail.

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on
18 Jul to 20 Oct 2025
at
11:30 to 15:30
+ 55 other dates or times
Event

Bookmark Making Workshop 

Get creative in the Claydon House Bookshop with a fun, hands-on activity for all ages. Drop in every Friday to design your own origami bookmarks in shapes like hearts, monsters, and butterflies.

Event summary

on
18 Jul to 29 Aug 2025
at
11:30 to 15:30
+ 6 other dates or times