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Free Community Open Day

Join us to explore Petworth for free on our community open day.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Visit Petworth House for free on Sunday 7th June and explore all that it has to offer.

Families can enjoy 'The Fox Den', a pop-up play space filled with activities including sensory sound station, loose parts play, weaving frame, circus skills and giant bubbles. All suitable for under 7s.

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Suitability

Suitable for Children

Meeting point

Arrive to Petworth House via our main car park, the pedestrian entrance on Church Street in Petworth town, or through the cow yard on North Street.

Contact info

Petworth Property Office

Upcoming events

May Half Term: 'Tilly Plants a Tree'' family trail 

Explore the beautiful gardens of Petworth House this May half term with a family-friendly trail inspired by the book Tilly Plants A Tree! Follow our free trail to learn how Tilly grows her own oak tree.

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23 May to 31 May 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 8 other dates or times

Expressions in Blue: Monumental Porcelain by Felicity Aylieff 

Towering sculptures by renowned ceramicist Felicity Aylieff are being exhibited at Petworth House and Park. The exhibition takes place across the whole property including installations throughout the house, and in the grounds.

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23 May to 27 Sep 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 127 other dates or times

Little Antlers 

Join us for some hands-on fun! Roll up your sleeves and get stuck in to our activities, specially designed for toddlers aged 2 – 4.

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3 Jun to 1 Jul 2026
at 10:30 to 11:30+ 1 other date or time

Creative workshop: Expressive line and mark making 

Join artist Felicity Aylieff for a one-day drawing workshop that explores line and mark-making through movement, tools, and creative process.

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13 Jun 2026
at 10:15 to 15:45