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Summer of Play at The Firs 

Come on a musical journey with us this summer by celebrating Elgar's Wand of Youth Suite, we encourage you to dance, move and play!

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26 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
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10:00 to 16:30
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Elgar's Piano Concerto with David Owen Norris 

Join us for this special event with pianist, composer and broadcaster David Owen Norris, listen to a complete performance of the piano concerto in a version for solo piano, which includes slides of Elgar’s manuscript sketches.

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on
27 Jul 2025
at
11:30 to 12:30
+ 1 other date or time
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Nature Makers at The Firs 

At The Firs join Shelley from Nature Makers to make meaningful memories every Monday over the Summer Holidays. For an hour discover nature and the world around us through facts, nature play and exploration, through Art & Crafts.

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on
28 Jul to 25 Aug 2025
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10:30 to 11:30
+ 3 other dates or times
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Free entry week for children 

In celebration of National Play Day, The Firs is inviting families to step into a world of imagination and adventure this summer—with free entry for children for one week during the school holidays.

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on
4 Aug to 10 Aug 2025
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10:00 to 17:00
+ 3 other dates or times
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Elgar to Holst: A Showcase of British Composers 

Join us for a captivating day of British music, featuring beloved works by Elgar, Holst, Vaughan Williams, and more.

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on
9 Aug 2025
at
11:30 to 12:30
+ 1 other date or time
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Elgar: A Piano Portrait 

Elgar: A Piano Portrait celebrates the life and works of Sir Edward Elgar, one of Britain's most esteemed composers.

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on
17 Aug 2025
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11:30 to 12:30
+ 1 other date or time
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Heritage Open Days at The Firs - Elgar's Birthplace 

Enjoy free entry to The Firs – Elgar’s Birthplace this Heritage Open Days!

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on
12 Sep to 15 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 3 other dates or times
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Meet Father Christmas at The Firs - 2025 

Father Christmas is visiting The Firs this Christmas along with some of his elves.

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on
6 Dec to 23 Dec 2025
at
10:00 to 10:10
+ 269 other dates or times