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at Shugborough Estate

Zodiac Trail for East and South East Asian Heritage month 

The Zodiac Trail will wind through the formal gardens to the Chinese House

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11 Sep to 30 Sep 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 19 other dates or times

The Painted Paradise: 18th century landscapes of Shugborough 

Discover Shugborough's historic landscapes through this exhibition of recently conserved watercolour paintings.

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11 Sep to 1 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 51 other dates or times

Chinese Calligraphy & Cultural Workshop - ESEA Heritage Month 

Discover the fascinating world of Chinese characters and traditional brush calligraphy with CultureKind Chinese Community as part of East and South East Asian Heritage Month

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13 Sep 2026
at 11:30 to 12:00+ 2 other dates or times

The Chinese House opening for East and South East Asian Heritage Month 

As part of East and South East Asian Heritage Month step inside the Chinese House and discover a fascinating story of travel, cultural exchange and artistic inspiration.

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13 Sep to 27 Sep 2026
at 13:00 to 15:00+ 2 other dates or times

Traditional Chinese Dance Workshop - ESEA Heritage Month 

Celebrate East and South East Asian Heritage Month (ESEA) by experiencing the colour, beauty and energy of traditional Chinese dance with CultureKind Chinese Community.

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13 Sep 2026
at 13:30 to 14:00+ 2 other dates or times

Building Arcadia: Creating a Forest Garden 

Join our Forest Garden Team on a walking talk of Arcadia: Every Garden Counts.

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17 Sep to 19 Nov 2026
at 14:00 to 15:00+ 2 other dates or times

Watercolour Workshop: Landscape Painting 

Be inspired by The Painted Paradise exhibition at Shugborough and enjoy a day creating your own watercolour landscape with artist Sue Chatterton.

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19 Sep to 24 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 1 other date or time

Behind the Lens | Lichfield Apartment Tour 

Find out more about Patrick Lichfield's 'life behind the lens' here at his ancestorial home.

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21 Sep to 13 Oct 2026
at 14:00 to 15:00+ 4 other dates or times

Behind Closed Doors: Cellars, Stores, and State Rooms 

Join our house and collections team on a behind the scenes tour of the Mansion. Including exclusive access to the cellars, stores and staterooms.

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14 Oct 2026
at 14:00 to 15:15

The Great Big Halloween Hunt Trail 

Enjoy a spooky Halloween trail throughout the Walled Garden and Farm yard.

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17 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
at 09:00 to 17:00+ 15 other dates or times

Halloween Craft Sessions 

Join us for some spooky fun this October half term and get creative making your very own flying bat!

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29 Oct to 31 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 13:30+ 2 other dates or times

Ghost Tours at Shugborough Mansion 

Are you brave enough to explore Shugborough Mansion in the dark? Join us for a guided tour to discover spooky tales about the historic Hall, followed by a relaxing cream tea in the Mansion Tearoom.

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29 Oct to 31 Oct 2026
at 15:00 to 17:00+ 2 other dates or times