This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Bateman's on an Easter trail.
Get creative this Easter with Children's crafts. Design a greeting card for friends or paint your own bird house.
Join us for a short introductory talk that offers an overview of Rudyard Kipling’s life, family, and work before you step inside the house.
Add a splash of colour to your visit this Easter with face painting sessions at Bateman’s.
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes to look after the collection at Bateman’s?
Feel inspired to design, print and craft your own bespoke tea-towel and enjoy free entry into the home of Rudyard Kipling this spring.
This spring be inspired by the work of local craft makers in the home of Rudyard Kipling.
Brand-new for 2026: swing into a jungle adventure at Bateman’s inspired by the much‑loved Monkey Puzzle story by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler.
Immerse yourself in children's stories read in the peaceful setting of Bateman’s garden.
Enjoy the sounds of the West Kent Concert Band during your visit to Bateman's.
Listen to Rudyard Kipling, seemingly in person, talking about his life, through readings of his poetry.
Ever wanted to tell your buff tail from your early bumblebee? Join our bumblebee experts in learning how to identify the different bumblebees that can be found at Bateman’s.
Enjoy a memorable visit to Bateman's with the sounds of The Adur Concert Band.
Be inspired by Kipling’s home and explore your own creativity through a summer calligraphy workshop.
Join an expert guide and a BSL interpreter on a small group tour of Bateman's.
Enrich your visit to Bateman's by listening to a selection of Rudyard Kipling’s poetry, recited in the place which inspired the writing.
Commemorate summer and unlock your creativity by making your own everlasting poppy at Bateman's this summer.
Be inspired by the home of Rudyard Kipling whilst you design and print your own cushion cover using the traditional technique of Indian wood block printing this summer.
Take in the wonderful music of the Heathfield Silver Band during your visit to Bateman’s.
Experience the uplifting sounds of the East Sussex Concert Band during your visit to Bateman’s.