Summer of Play at Upton House and Gardens
Enjoy playful family days out this summer at Upton House and Gardens from 18 July to 6 September. Normal admission applies.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
There’s lots of fun to be had this summer at Upton House and Gardens. From 18 July to 6 September, join us for sack races, a hobby horse course and even try your hand at reading the weather with our hands-on weather station. Why not enjoy an ice cream in the Pavilion cafe or relax at a shady picnic spot in the garden. Put your sun hat on and come and make the most of being outdoors this summer.
Explore a range of play across the property with active games like hoola hoops and a Tudor-inspired race in the sunken garden. Budding thespians can perform their own puppet show in the orchard and all ages will love the giant games like Connect 4 and noughts and crosses in the plant centre.
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Prices
Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
Check admission pricesThe basics
- Accessibility
Please be advised that there are high steep drops in the garden. If you have questions about your access, please contact us directly.
- Meeting point
Enter via Visitor Reception.
- Suitability for children
This event is aimed at families, but everyone is welcome
- What to bring and wear
Dress for the weather
- Other
In the event of high winds, we may have to close the Woodland Walk where some of the play activities are located. Please check the property website on the day before you travel.
Upcoming events
Meet Rembrandt: A slow looking experience
Slow down, get comfortable, and spend time with Rembrandt at Upton House and Gardens this summer.
Tai chi at Upton House and Gardens
Join Debbie Wild from the Swan School of Tai Chi and Qigong to discover this ancient Chinese exercise in these weekly classes suitable for beginners and all levels of fitness.
Upton after hours
Enjoy Upton’s gardens after hours on six special evenings this summer.
'On Light and Flowers', an exhibition by Lizzie Bentley
This summer, Upton's Squash Court Gallery will be filled with light and flowers, as local artist Lizzie Bentley exhibits her botanical paintings, including works inspired by Upton's gardens.