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Summer of Play at Baddesley Clinton

Are you ready for a summer of play? Come and discover a summer jam-packed with fun here at Baddesley from 18 July - 31 August. Join us for a full day of fun and let your imagination run wild with our Summer of Play activities on the front lawn.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Embrace the family-festival feel this summer and enjoy a variety of fun activities in playful celebration of all things performance, imagination and creativity.

Calling all budding poet laureates! - Visit the poetry tent and create a poem on our old-fashioned typewriters. Complete the nature trail and create your very own nature inspired poem.

A stage set for imagination - Pick a costume, step into your own scene-stealing moment on Baddesley’s very own garden stage. Act out your favourite book character or read your poem to your friends and family.

Activities for our younger visitors - Step into our outdoor activity hub and enjoy playing with our sand and water stations. We’ve got balance beams and plenty of pots and pans – perfect for imaginative play!

Outdoor games - burn of some steam with traditional games the whole family can enjoy. From badminton to tug-of-war and cup walkers to space hoppers there’s plenty of fun to be had!

If you’re feeling peckish enjoy a delicious pizza from our pizza oven or set up a picnic surrounded by nature. Don’t forget we’ll be serving ice lollies in the restaurant and soft serve Bennetts ice cream in the kiosk for the perfect summer treat.

All activities are included with normal admission to Baddesley Clinton.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for all the family

What to bring and wear

This event is outside, so please dress according to the weather.

Accessibility

The event takes place on the front lawn at Baddesley which is wheelchair accessible. For our full access statement, please visit the website.

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