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May half-term at The Firs

This half term at The Fir, tick off some 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾. Dotted around the garden there will be fun family activities to take part in.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Our 50 things to do before you're 11 3/4 will include:

Getting to know a tree - collect a piece of paper and a wax crayon from visitor reception to create a bark rubbing.

Make friends with a bug - next to our bug hotel will be everything you need to go on your very own bug hunt.

Play in Nature's Band - Alongside our wooden drumkit will be a sound wall to create music with everyday objects.

There will also be opportunities to play percussion pairs and croquet on the lawn.

This half-term we will be open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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Upcoming events

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Festival of Blossom at The Firs: Elgar's Birthplace 

Celebrate the Festival of Blossom at The Firs: Elgar's Birthplace this spring, online and onsite.

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on
3 May to 5 May 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 2 other dates or times
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An Audience with Corinne 

Listen to cellist Corinne Frost playing cello music by British composers including Elgar. Corinne will also take music requests (classical or not) and might even create a sound portrait for you.

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on
10 May to 14 Jun 2025
at
11:30 to 12:15
+ 1 other date or time
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Extra Open Day for the Elgar Festival 

The Firs will be open two extra days this week to celebrate the Elgar Festival taking place.

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on
27 May to 29 May 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 1 other date or time
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Tai Chi at the Firs with Golden Threads 

Discover the art of well-being through Tai Chi, guided by the Stevanovitch method. These energetic classes are designed to promote health, relaxation, and a sense of presence, offering a perfect balance of strength, flexibility, and inner calm.

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on
30 May to 25 Jul 2025
at
14:30 to 16:30
+ 2 other dates or times