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A Celebration of Flowers

Sat 5 Sept - Sun 13 Sept: 11am - 4pm. Step inside the house to see stunning floral displays inspired by the exhibition 'The Art of Illusion: The Theatrical World of Oliver Messel'. Open every day with last admission at 3.30pm.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Our annual flower display in the house showcases the skill and flair of our volunteer flower arrangers. Each year they take a different theme, with this year's taken from the flair and drama of the work of Oliver Messel. Visit the exhibition upstairs in the gallery as well to see how the team have been inspired.

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Upcoming events

The Art of Illusion: The Theatrical World of Oliver Messel 

Sat 13 Jun – Sun 1 Nov: 11am–3.30pm. An exhibition upstairs in the gallery, exploring the creativity of Oliver Messel, theatre designer for stage and screen, and master of illusion and make-believe. Normal admission applies.

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5 Jul to 1 Nov 2026
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Sneak Peek Tours 

Take a behind the scenes look inside the house on a sneak peek tour. Tours last approximately 30 minutes and are included in general admission. Please go to Visitor Welcome to collect a ticket. (Limited availability).

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6 Jul to 30 Oct 2026
at 10:30 to 11:00+ 84 other dates or times

Dream House Tours 

Join a tour around the outside of the house at Nymans, looking at the building and seeing how it developed since 1890 when it was purchased by Ludwig Messel.

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6 Jul to 30 Oct 2026
at 11:30 to 12:00+ 83 other dates or times

Friday Lates 

Every Fri 19 Jun - 24 Jul: 5pm - 8pm. Make the most of the summer evenings & experience the garden in a new light. Pack up a picnic, flick out your rug, sit back & enjoy live music on the main lawn. Takeaway drinks and snacks available too.

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10 Jul to 24 Jul 2026
at 17:00 to 20:00+ 2 other dates or times