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Constable 250: Summer Fun at Flatford

Join us for our Summer fun at Flatford, every day during the school holidays 10:30-15:30.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Be inspired by Constable and visit our Creative Station in the Granary to see what you can create. Our Granary Garden will have a selection of garden games for all the family. Borrow an explorer bag from our Car Park hut and become a nature detective around the site. All activities are free of charge and no booking is required. Normal car parking charges will apply, parking is free for NT members.

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

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The basics

Accessibility

Granary and Granary garden are accessible

Meeting point

Activities are site wide

Suitability for children

Activities aimed at children and families

Other

Granary Garden games are weather permitting.

Contact info

Flatford, Bridge Cottage

Upcoming events

Constable 250: Flatford Guided Tour 

This year is the 250th anniversary of John Constable's birth, so Join us for a fascinating guided tour to learn more about his life and work. As you walk, see the iconic views that inspired Constable's masterpieces such as the Hay Wain and...

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20 Jun to 26 Sep 2026
at 11:30 to 12:30+ 84 other dates or times

Constable 250: The Rivers and Skies - Meet the Artists 

The Rivers and Skies is the title of an art project by artists Tom Hobden and Phoebe Stapleton that aims to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the birth of John Constable.

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20 Jun 2026
at 12:00 to 15:00

Constable 250: Summer Draw In 

Create landscape-inspired drawings in John Constable’s 250th Anniversary year, surrounded by the environment that made him a painter. Members of the Ipswich and Colchester Art Societies will be available for help and encouragement if needed. All...

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10 Jul to 13 Jul 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00+ 3 other dates or times

Constable 250: The Rivers and Skies - Meet the Artists. 

The Rivers and Skies is the title of an art project by artists Tom Hobden and Phoebe Stapleton that aims to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the birth of John Constable.

Event summary

on
19 Jul 2026
at 12:00 to 15:00