Summer evenings at Cliveden
Make the most of long summer evenings at Cliveden, whether you’re out for a twilight walk, gliding along the river on a boat or listening to live a music performance whilst you soak up the atmosphere as the sun begins to set.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Summer Evenings at Cliveden will take place on 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28 and 29 August. Normal admission applies, with last entry to the estate at 7:00pm and the grounds closing at 7.30pm. The woodland car park will close at its usual time at 17:00.
On selected weekends visitors can enjoy performances from Swing Blue (14 & 15 Aug), bringing timeless jazz and swing classics to life alongside The Harmony String Quartet (21 & 22 Aug), whose repertoire blends classical favourites with modern and film melodies.
On 28 August, Slough Music Hub are going to be working in collaboration with Cliveden NT to produce a day filled with different types of music genre from our local community.
Visitors can enjoy food and drink from the following outlets, open until 7:00pm: Conservatory – serving drinks and chilled grab-and-go items from the display fridges (counter service only, no seating available), Parlour and the Kiosk.
Boating at Cliveden Make the most of your visit with extended boating opportunities throughout the evening: Additional 45-minute Duchess cruises departing at 5:00pm and 6:00pm, Self-drive boats available with returns until 6:30pm (last one-hour hire at 5:30pm) and Unpowered boats available with returns until 7:00pm.
These extended operating times will allow visitors to enjoy more time on the water while ensuring everyone can comfortably return to the main car park before 7:30pm. Head to boatingatcliveden.co.uk to book your summer evening boat trip.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Accessibility
The Sounding Chamber is approximately a 20 minute walk from the main car park. It is accessible on hard paths and gravel surfaces. Step-free access routes are available. Cliveden has hard paths, with some uneven surfaces, and gentle changes in terrain. Please ask for an accessible map from the Information Centre on arrival.
- Meeting point
Meet at the Information Centre on arrival and collect an estate map.
- Suitability for children
Everyone is welcome
- What to bring and wear
Please bring your own picnic chairs and blankets, as these will not be provided on the day. Cliveden is an outdoor property, so please dress appropriately for the weather.
- Other
Please note that exact performance times are coming soon. The event is included with admission and is free for all Cliveden visitors, with no pre-booking required. For those wishing to enjoy a boating experience, trips can be booked in advance at boatingatcliveden.org.uk. All performances are informal, so while we have set start times you are welcome to come and go as you please throughout the event.
Upcoming events
Pokémon joins Cliveden’s Summer of Play
Planning your summer holidays? Discover a Summer of Play supported by Pokémon. This summer, your favourite Pokémon just got closer. From 18 July – 6 September, Summer of Play means you can share the magic of Pokémon as a family.
Billy Bunter books pop-up shop
Discover the Billy Bunter books pop up shop in the Weighbridge Second-hand bookshop running from 10:00am – 5:00pm, 9 – 23 July.
Chatter & Natter Café
Head to the Conservatory café at Cliveden and join a ‘Natter & Chatter’ session from 10am – 12pm. Open to all visitor (standard admission applies).
Garden tours at Cliveden
Step into the quieter corners of the gardens on a relaxed, gardener led tour running throughout the season from 2 April – 24 September, every Thursday at 2pm. Please note: The garden tours on Thursday 9 July will be at 10:30am.