Summer of Play at Attingham
Join us for another adventure-filled Summer of Play at Attingham. Come along and join the fun every day from 5 July to 1 September 2025.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
With different play zones to discover, and a daily calendar of workshops and activities throughout August, bring along the family for an Attingham Summer filled with ways to play.
There is lots on offer for you to take part in this Summer, including a straw castle! Get active in the sporty zone, create your own shelter in the den building area or, if you're visiting with younger children, discover a world of construction play in the pre-school zone.
With a varied programme on offer throughout August please check the Attingham website and social media channels for updates on what’s going on and when, or at Visitor Reception on the day of your visit. There is a great line-up of summer fun activities planned, including music and dance performances, science shows, mini archery and much more.
Quieter times to visit the Field of Play are before 10.00am and after 3.30pm.
The Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
All children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Meeting point
Follow on-site signage to the Field of Play and get ready to discover a jam-packed Summer of Play.
- What to bring and wear
Please dress for the weather.
- Accessibility
The Field of Play is about 1 mile from the main entrance. A daily buggy service will be running throughout the summer and the Field of Play has accessible toilets.
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