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Family-friendly things to do at Upton House and Gardens
Bring the family for a fun-filled day out at Upton House and Gardens. Join in with outdoor activities, and see what we have planned coming up over the summer season.
Family Friendly Events
Summer of stars trail
24 May - 7 September, 10am - 4pm. Normal admission applies and no booking needed.
Join us for a summer of sun and stars as we celebrate Urania, the Greek Muse of astronomy and astrology. Pick up a trail sheet from Visitor Reception and follow the trail of sun and stars to discover pictures, objects and nature with stories inspired by Urania.
Twinkle star trees - May half term
26 - 30 May, 11am - 2pm. Normal admission applies and £2 per child.
Bring your little star to Upton this May half term for an activity of fantastical star making! Inspired by the porcelain figure in our collection, Urania, Muse of astronomy, make some twinkling stars to decorate your very own midnight tree.
Summer evening jazz
Saturday 5 July, 6pm - 8pm. Pre booking essential. Adult £18:50, Child £11:50, Family £50 On the night at the venue: Adult £20:50, Child £12:50 Family £52.
Join us for an evening of Big Band music in Upton's stunning outdoors with a variety of musical styles: swing, Latin, classic and more!
Crafting Tuesdays
Every Tuesday from 22 July - 26 August, 11am - 2pm. Normal admission and £2 per child.
Keep little hands happy and busy this summer with fun arts and crafts activities every Tuesday of the school holidays. Engage your children's creativity with a range of fun, tactile arts and crafts activities inspired by our summer of stars theme.
Wildlife Wednesdays
Every Wednesday from 23 July - 27 August, 11am - 3pm. Normal admission applies.
Give little ones a summer of nature exploration with hands-on fun and discovery every Wednesday throughout the summer holidays. From wildlife spotting to crafts and owl pellet dissecting, each week there'll be something to inspire young explorers.
Story time Thursdays
Every Thursday from 24 July - 28 August at various times throughout the day. Normal admission applies. Please ask at Visitor Reception on arrival for times and locations.
Once upon a time... there was a new story to discover every Thursday at Upton House and Gardens, with fun and adventures for all. Bring your little ones to our weekly story times every Thursday during the school summer holidays. Listen to our volunteers reading a selection of stories aloud. There'll be new stories to inspire new adventures and old favourites for comfort and relaxation.
An afternoon of sun and star gazing
Saturday 2 August, 1pm - 3pm. No booking needed. Normal admission applies.
Discover the wonders of the summer skies, as we celebrate the Greek Muse of astronomy, Urania, inspired by a rare Chelsea porcelain figure in our collection. Join us on the south terrace for an afternoon with the Chipping Norton Amateur Astronomical Group. These local star gazers will be offering visitors the chance to view phenomenon such as the sun in white light and daytime views of the moon and stars up close through telescopes. Chat with the group about their sightings and ask questions you've always wanted to know about our universe.
Music on the Lawn
Selected weekends in August and the bank holiday Monday, 12pm - 2pm. Normal admission applies.
Enjoy live music in the intimate outdoor setting of Upton House and Gardens ovdr the late summer. Performances will include songs and music from the jazz era and beyond and will take place on the south terrace at the rear of the house.
Pride and Prejudice by Illyria
Sturday 9 August, 6pm - 8.30pm. Pre booking essential, Adult £18:50, Child £11:50, Family £50. On the night at the venue (subject to availability): Adult £20:50, Child £12:50 Family £52.
Following seven sell-out seasons of this sparkling adaptation, award-winning Illyria returns to celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday in style. Bring a picnic, and something to sit on, and enjoy her at her vibrant, forthright, bitchy best! Running time: 140-minutes (approximately), including a 20-minute interval. Suitable for all ages.
Upton's Woodland Walk
Come and explore the Woodland Walk. Discover exciting wildlife while climbing over logs, through tunnels and around tree stumps. Warm up with a hot treat or light lunch at the Pavilion Cafe after the exploring.
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