The Jungle Book Christmas: children's spotter trail
As you explore the garden, see how many characters from The Jungle Book you can spot!
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
This festive season, step into the jungle at Bateman's. Say hello to Baloo the sleepy brown bear and immerse yourself into the scenes from The Jungle Book.
Pick up a free spotter trail sheet and explore the gardens, looking out for festive characters from The Jungle Book.
Free with admission. Available at visitor reception.
14 November - 3 January (closed 24 and 25 December)
11am to 4pm.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Accessibility
Please see the access pages at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/batemans for information.
- Meeting point
This spotter trail takes place in the garden.
- What to bring and wear
This event takes place outside. Please wear clothing suitable for the weather.
Upcoming events
Diwali at Bateman's
Join us in celebrating the festival of light here in the home of Rudyard Kipling.
Display of Su Blackwell's 'Bateman's Reimagined'
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.
Display of the Sir Philip Burne-Jones portrait 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.
Fiery Tracery: Readings from Kipling, Diwali and Poetry
Celebrate Diwali at Bateman's with drop-in poetry readings from Rudyard Kipling's early works.