Join us in celebrating the festival of light here in the home of Rudyard Kipling.
To celebrate National Poetry Day this year on 1st October, the Sir Philip Burne-Jones portrait of Rudyard Kipling will be going on display at Bateman’s for the first time.
Inspired by Bateman’s, Rudyard Kipling’s family home and his most beloved story The Jungle Book, paper artist Su Blackwell crafted Bateman’s Reimagined from copies of Kipling’s handwritten manuscript of The Jungle Book.
Join our House and Collections Manager for an exclusive talk exploring Diwali and Kipling’s lasting links to India.
Join our gardeners at Bateman's for an exclusive talk about the Mulberry Garden Project.
This year at Bateman’s, follow Baloo the sleepy brown bear through the house and step into scenes from The Jungle Book brought to life. Don’t forget to explore the gardens too, you never know who might be hiding there, waiting to be discovered!
As you explore the garden, see how many characters from The Jungle Book you can spot!
Be inspired by a calligraphy workshop at Bateman's this Christmas.
Meet local artist Claire Fletcher and watch as she brings her art to life right before your eyes.
Enjoy some fresh air and stretch your legs on Boxing Day with a guided walk on the Bateman's estate.