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Summer of Play

From babies to older children, there is something for every family this summer at Mompesson House.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Summer of Play has gone Regency! Why not take part in an immersive character trail in the house, make your own fan, indulge in a spot of croquet or get drawing in our creative garden zone?

There is also a special dedicated baby section to our Summer of Play with a selection of sensory baby toys (as well as extra-large muslins).

Our walled garden is the perfect space for young (and young at heart) to play.

Why not enjoy an ice cream in the tea-room or browse for a good summer read in our second-hand bookshop. Make the most of Mompesson House this summer.

Please note outdoor activities may not be available in bad weather.

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Upcoming events

The social season: A Regency year at Mompesson House 

Join us in moving through a Regency year in the social calendar, from the Portmans family's return to Mompesson House in the spring, to their plans for a summer ball, and finally closing up the house again as they leave for the country in the winter.

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on
10 Jul to 1 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 82 other dates or times

The Regency Social Season: Mrs Portman's Ball 

You are cordially invited to Mrs Portman's summer ball.

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on
10 Jul to 1 Sep 2026
at 11:00 to 16:00+ 39 other dates or times

July Book Fair: Hobbies and activities 

Are you a classic music lover, a green fingers-haver, a crotcheter or an amateur chef? Our theme for for this book fair is hobbies and activities.

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on
11 Jul 2026
at 11:00 to 15:00

Close Consort – Music in the Garden 

Join the Close Consort recorder group for an afternoon of music in the garden of Mompesson House on Sunday 12 July.

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on
12 Jul 2026
at 12:00 to 15:00