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Summer of Play at Lavenham Guildhall

Step into the past and let imaginations run wild with Summer of Play at Lavenham Guildhall.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

From historical dressing up, to traditional games in the Dye Garden and exploration through our Medieval Quest, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Get creative and take part in our family crest designing activity, inspired by our latest community exhibition about the influential families of Lavenham and life in the 16th century. Explore links to the woollen cloth trade, which exported Lavenham's famous cloth to places across Europe and beyond.

Whether you're solving riddles, being competitive in our garden games or inventing your own coat of arms, enjoy a day out at Lavenham Guildhall this summer, packed with fun, discovery and new memories

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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

Suitable for all ages.

Meeting point

When you arrive at Lavenham Guildhall, our Visitor Welcome team will direct you to the Summer of Play engagement locations.

Accessibility

Drop-off point available. Accessible toilet. Ground floor of Guildhall and parts of the garden are accessible

Upcoming events

Event

Wool Spinning Demonstrations 

Watch our volunteer spinners in action at Lavenham Guildhall.

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on
1 May to 18 Dec 2025
at
10:00 to 13:00
+ 33 other dates or times
Event

Festival of Blossom 

Celebrate nature with a creative twist. Enjoy our art mindfulness and blossom-inspired crafts throughout the festival.

Event summary

on
1 May to 31 May 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 30 other dates or times
Event

Discover Medieval Lavenham - Guided Walks 

Discover the medieval history of Lavenham on an engaging guided walk of the village with one of our knowledgeable volunteer guides.

Event summary

on
2 May to 31 Oct 2025
at
14:00 to 15:30
+ 26 other dates or times