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Summer of Play at Standen

Sat 4 Jul – Sun 6 Sept: 10am–4.30pm. A summer of play at Standen with circus school activities.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Roll up, roll up! Summer of Play arrives at Standen with a Victorian circus twist. Try your hand at Circus School, then explore the gardens and wander up to the woodland den to practise a few circus skills of your own

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Great for kids

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Upcoming events

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3 Jun to 21 Jun 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00+ 14 other dates or times

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5 Jun to 2 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 4 other dates or times

CraftFest with Sussex Contemporary 

Showcasing the core crafts of the Arts and Crafts movement, Sussex Contemporary join us with demonstrations on Goose Green and a crafts marquee on the croquet lawn. Thurs 2 Jul - Sun 5 Jul: 10am - 4pm.

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2 Jul to 5 Jul 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 3 other dates or times