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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.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Discover how this global event affected the lives of those connected to Hatchlands Park through fascinating information and displays presented through the main showrooms of the house. Runs from 1 June until 16 October on days when the house is open.

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

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The basics

Accessibility

There is a buggy service available to the house and ramped access to enter the house. The downstairs showrooms are accessible.

Upcoming events

Heritage Open Day at Hatchlands Park 

Join us as we open the doors for free on Sunday 20 September as part of Heritage Open Days. 10am-5pm.

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20 Sep 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00

We’re going on a Ghost Hunt™ family trail at Hatchlands Park 

We're Going on a Ghost Hunt™ this Halloween at Hatchlands Park. Come and join the fun! Can we find them all? Yes! Run, run, run! Trail runs daily from 10 October to 1 November.

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10 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 22 other dates or times

Pumpkin spotter trail and decorated rooms inside the house 

Ready for some half-term fun? Follow the pumpkin spotting trail around the parkland at Hatchlands Park and see how many pumpkins you can find. Sunday 18 October to Sunday 1 November.

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18 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 14 other dates or times

Christmas at Hatchlands Park 2026: The Christmasaurus 

Discover beautiful Christmas decorations in the house and a fun family trail around the parkland based on scenes from the popular Christmasaurus series by Tom Fletcher.

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28 Nov 2026 to 3 Jan 2027
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 34 other dates or times