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Summer of Play: Photography Week

Calling all young photographers! Join us for 5 days of photography activities as part of Croome’s Summer of Play.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

From Monday 25 – Friday 29 August, take part in some of our photography themed activities, capturing your summer adventure and seeing the natural world through a new lens.

Monday 25 August: Photography crafts (10.30am – 3.30pm)

Tuesday 26 August: Nature photography ‘tips and tricks’ walk – please bring a camera or phone if you’d like to take pictures along the walk (10am - 12pm)

Wednesday 27 August: Cyanotype making crafts (10.30am – 3.30pm)

Thursday 28 August: Nature photography ‘tips and tricks’ walk – please bring a camera or phone if you’d like to take pictures along the walk (10am - 12pm)

Friday 29 August: Photography crafts (10.30am – 3.30pm)

Summer of Play activities are free, normal admission applies. Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.

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The south lawn and tipi are accessible for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Some of the activities involve walks in the park, which have some uneven, grassy surfaces.

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