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Summer of Play at Shugborough Estate

Join us for summer of play for a jam-packed summer of fun!

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Set sail on the haybale ship ‘HMS Shugborough’, and toddler sized haybale tugboat, explore the play hub complete with sandpits, maze and outdoor games. With a weekly calendar of activities including yoga, tree climbing and disc golf there is plenty to see and do.

We can't wait to welcome you to a Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Family Friendly

What to bring and wear

Please dress for the weather.

Accessibility

We are working to make sure there is something for everyone, no matter age, access needs or availability.

Upcoming events

Event

Ben Plants a Butterfly Garden | Storybook Trail 

Join Shugborough's storybook trail created in partnership with Nosy Crow

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on
16 Aug to 7 Sep 2025
at
09:00 to 17:00
+ 22 other dates or times
Event

Family friendly yoga 

Join us for family friendly yoga in the gardens.

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on
19 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 11:30
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Circus Skills | With Circus Sensible 

Join Circus Sensible for workshops and demonstrations of popular circus skills.

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on
20 Aug to 27 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 17:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Summer of Play | Craft Sessions 

Get crafty in the Play Hub joining our weekly, drop in craft sessions.

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on
21 Aug to 29 Aug 2025
at
13:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time