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Nature Wednesdays

Outdoor nature activities for families in the parkland every Wednesday in August.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Drop by to take part in fun self led nature activities this August. Each Wednesday there will be a different wildlife focus, including birds, trees, and mini-beasts.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

Check admission prices

The basics

Suitability

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times

Meeting point

These nature activities take place outdoors. Look out for the gazebo in the parkland, not far from the visitor car park.

What to bring and wear

Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and footwear.

Accessibility

The activities are self led and can be completed in the parkland or garden area. Please speak to the team on arrival if you need any support.

Upcoming events

Event

Orienteering at Kedleston Hall 

Available daily, explore more of the parkland at Kedleston with a family friendly orienteering course. Using a map, choose your own route to find your way.

Event summary

on
19 Jul to 30 Nov 2025
at
09:00 to 16:00
+ 134 other dates or times
Event

Summer of Play 

Come and find the Secret Garden area at Kedleston, where excitement and adventure await!

Event summary

on
19 Jul to 7 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 50 other dates or times
Event

Marigold potting 

As part of South Asian Heritage Month, join us to pot your own Kedleston grown marigold to take home with you. A fund hands on activity for all ages.

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on
23 Jul to 6 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

The Extraordinary Story of an Ordinary Man 

Sangita Dosanjh, author of 'The Extraordinary Story of an Ordinary Man' speaks about her father's experience of moving from India to England in the 1950s.

Event summary

on
25 Jul to 12 Aug 2025
at
11:30 to 12:30
+ 5 other dates or times