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!
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
It's time to explore, move and make-believe this summer!
Are you ready to be inspired by Elgar's Wand of Youth Suite? Did you know it was written when Elgar was a child and completed as an adult?
Join us for an outdoor summer of play at The Firs, full of imagination, wonder and make believe.
Suite No. 1, Op. 1a: IV. Sun Dance - Learn the weather waltz where you can twirl, leap and dance in whatever the weather.
Suite No. 1, Op. 1a: V. Fairy Pipers - Search the orchard and open the fairy doors to meet Elgar’s family.
Suite No. 1, Op. 1a: VII. Fairies and Giants - Enter the imaginary world of fairies and giants, sit in the giants’ chair and create your own small world for a fairy.
Suite No. 2, Op. 1b: III. Moths and Butterflies - Discover more about British moths and butterflies, matching their wing patterns.
Suite No. 2, Op. 1b: V. The Tame Bear - Bring along your favourite teddy and enjoy creating a teddy bears picnic in the idyllic cottage garden.
Suite No. 2, Op. 1b. VI. Wild Bears - Join the Wild Bears Band, where you will be the musician. Create music from everyday objects and our nature-based instruments to create your own rhythm.
With more to explore this Summer of Play, visit The Firs.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
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- Accessibility
Our visitor centre and gardens are fully accessible. The ground floor of Elgar's Birthplace Cottage is accessible but there is a narrow staircase up to the first floor.
Upcoming events
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