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Garden games

Bring playtime outside and enjoy some garden games in the grounds of Montacute House.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

You may have played chess before, but have you tried giant chess? Join us for some fun in the sun and enjoy a range of garden games suitable for all the family. Challenge each other to a game of croquet on our historic cedar lawn, find the secret spot behind the Stables and try your hand at giant chess, or head down to the Stables Courtyard to find traditional toys and modern favourites. Whilst you’re here, pick up a pre-loved book from our second-hand bookshop, or treat yourself to a coffee or refreshing ice cream from our new coffee pod.

*Please note: on Wednesdays between 2:00pm - 4:00pm the croquet set is reserved for the Croquet Club.

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Upcoming events

Croquet on the lawn 

Borrow a croquet set and have a go.

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on
18 Jun to 31 Aug 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 64 other dates or times

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on
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on
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on
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at 19:00 to 22:00