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Summer of Play at Hatchlands Park

Summer of Play is back for 2026! Spend long summer days enjoying outdoor games and activities in the delightful grounds at Hatchlands Park.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Summer of Play is free to enjoy after normal admission and runs daily from 18 July until 6 September, 10am to 5pm. Watch out for more details coming soon.

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

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The basics

What to bring and wear

Summer of Play takes place outdoors, so please dress accordingly.

Upcoming events

Moomins at Hatchlands Park 

Hatchlands Park invites you to take a magical wander inspired by Moominvalley this spring, with a family trail around the garden, meeting characters from the Moomin stories.

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on
12 Jun to 5 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 23 other dates or times

1776 - The World Turned Upside-down 

This year, the United States of America celebrates its 250th birthday. On 4 July 1776, 13 British colonies formally declared their independence from British rule.

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on
12 Jun to 16 Oct 2026
at 12:00 to 16:00+ 113 other dates or times

Father's Day at Hatchlands Park 

Treat your dad to a day out at Hatchlands Park on Father's Day.

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on
21 Jun 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00

Nature Walk with the Hatchlands Park ranger team 

Discover the butterflies, dragonflies, wildflowers, creatures and natural features that call Hatchlands Park home in a nature walk led by the ranger team on Sunday 21 June at 2.30pm and Saturday 12 September at 2pm.

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on
21 Jun to 12 Sep 2026
at 14:30 to 16:00+ 1 other date or time