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Sam Plants a Sunflower: Story Trail

Follow this free story trail around the Walled Garden and Farmyard. In collaboration with Nosy Crow Publishers.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Discover the story of Sam as he learns to plant sunflowers, inspired by the book 'Sam Plants a Sunflower', beautifully illustrated by Axel Scheffler and written by Kate Petty.

This trail will take you around the Walled Garden and Farmyard, and is filled with activities to help you discover the secrets of sunflower planting.

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Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Accessibility

The trail is on a step free route.

Meeting point

Check in at Visitor Reception to begin your adventure.

Suitability for children

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

What to bring and wear

Suitable outdoor clothing.

Contact info

Shugborough Estate

Upcoming events

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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24 Jun to 1 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 130 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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18 Jul to 24 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 3 other dates or times

Summer of Play at Shugborough Estate 

Enjoy playful family days out this summer at Shugborough Estate from 20th July to 30th August. Normal admission applies.

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20 Jul to 30 Aug 2026
at 09:00 to 18:00+ 41 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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23 Jul to 19 Nov 2026
at 14:00 to 15:00+ 4 other dates or times