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Wildlife Wednesdays

Give little ones a summer of nature exploration with hands-on fun and discovery every Wednesday throughout the summer holidays.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

From wildlife spotting to crafts and owl pellet dissecting, each week there'll be something to inspire young explorers. There may be a small fee for some activities.

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 children of all ages

Meeting point

Meet wildlife volunteers in the plant centre.

What to bring and wear

Dress for the weather as a lot of these activities will take place outside.

Accessibility

All activities are in level-access areas of the property.

Contact info

Upton House and Gardens

Upcoming events

Event

Summer of stars trail 

Join us for a summer of sun and stars as we celebrate Urania, the Greek Muse of astronomy and astrology.

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on
15 Jul to 7 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 54 other dates or times
Event

Tai chi and QiGong at Upton House and Gardens 

Join Ben Smith and Jon Day from the British Tai Chi Academy to discover the ancient, meditative Chinese art of Tai Chi and QiGong in these weekly classes suitable for beginners and all levels of fitness.

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on
16 Jul to 24 Sep 2025
at
12:45 to 14:00
+ 10 other dates or times
Event

Sanderson Miller and the Vale of Red Horse walk 

Explore footpaths with expansive views along the Vale of the Red Horse on this moderate 6.5-mile walk led by Cotswold Voluntary Wardens.

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on
17 Jul 2025
at
10:00 to 15:00
Event

'Muses and More' - an exhibition by Vivienne Beaumont 

Explore 'Muses and More', an exhibition by figurative textile artist Vivienne Beaumont celebrating the Nine Muses, the rare 18th-century Chelsea porcelain group in Upton's collection.

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on
19 Jul to 25 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 37 other dates or times