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Summer Theatre - Gentle Harry's Farm

Come and enjoy a performance of Gentle Harry’s Farm by The Rude Mechanical Theatre Company on the Helipad Lawn

  • Booking essential

Bursting with live music and original songs this brand-new version of The Rude Mechanical Theatre Company's smash hit musical comedy, first performed in 2011, will be sure to raise a smile. Written by Pete Talbot​​ with new original music by Rowan Talbot and lyrics by Pete Talbot and Rowan Talbot.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £24.00
Child £10.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 01323 501260 Please book directly https://www.therudes.co.uk/booking-page

Meeting point

Follow signs for the theatre as you arrive at Polesden Lacey. Gates to the theatre will open at 6pm, the performance starts at 7.30pm.

What to bring and wear

Bring a folding chair, blanket and picnic and enjoy these wonderful productions at Polesden Lacey's open air theatre. Large tents are not permitted.

Accessibility

There's a 10-minute walk from the car to the theatre site, some over uneven grass. There will be a shuttle bus service available subject to capacity. Please inform us in the booking notes if you will need this service. Toilet facilities (including an accessible toilet), will be available at the site.

Other

If you wish to visit Polesden Lacey’s house and gardens prior to the show, normal admission applies and parking will be in the usual visitor car park. Opening times: 10-5pm No dogs except for assistance dogs. Please bring proof of tickets on the day which will be checked on entrance to the theatre site. There will be light refreshments for sale at the site.

Contact info

Rude mechanicals

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