Summer of Play
Bring the whole family to enjoy the summer holidays with our range of fun activities for our Summer of Play, included with admission. Until 28 August, children get free admission to the house and grounds at Waddesdon!
- Booking advisable
- Free event (admission applies)
Each week we introduce a new exciting activity to get stuck into. Try your hand at classic garden games available to borrow throughout the Summer holidays.
From Friday 25 until Sunday 27 July, have a go at archery, axe throwing or the climbing wall and from Friday 1 until Sunday 3 August, learn some new skills at a hands-on circus workshop.
Over the weekend of Friday 8 August to Sunday 10 August, enjoy interactive children's theatre shows. Create your own paintings with Urban Canvas from Friday 15 until Sunday 17 August.
The penultimate weekend of the holidays brings Mini Golf and Croquet for the whole family to enjoy.
Sponsored by Starling Bank.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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Suitable for children
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- What to bring and wear
Weather appropriate clothing and footwear
Upcoming events
Earth Photo 2025
This powerful exhibition showcases shortlisted works that explore themes such as nature, people, places, forests, land and seascapes, as well as the diverse effects of, and responses to, climate change.
Significant Signatures: Autograph Letters from the Waddesdon Archive
Discover this fascinating new display in the Family Room.
A Rothschild Treasury: Tours
During this guided tour of A Rothschild Treasury, discover the stories of the precious objects on display and learn about the tradition of treasure rooms which inspired the Rothschild family.