What's On at Wallington
Squirrel Spotting Trail
Wallington is home to a growing number of red squirrels, and our red squirrel ranger helps support their population. See if you can you find the six larger than life red squirrels hiding around the East Wood? Discover them all and figure out the...
Sat 23 Sep 2017
+ 8 other dates
10:00-16:00
Moving In: Lady Molly turns a house into a home
Discover how the Trevelyans turned the house at Wallington into a home when they moved in. Created by November Club, you'll find installations and sounds that will animate the rooms to recreate how it might have felt to be there in 1929.
Sat 23 Sep 2017
+ 36 other dates
12:00-17:00
Little Legs Leaf Collecting
Get stuck in clearing the falling leaves in the courtyard this autumn. Bring little ones along to have fun in the leaves with a rake and wheelbarrow, every little helps and lets us make compost for the gardens. Normal admission charges apply
Mon 25 Sep 2017
+ 41 other dates
11:00-15:00
Red Squirrel Week
Join our Red Squirrel Ranger for squirrel spotting walks, watch recordings of squirrels in the woodland and enjoy squirrel crafts in the indoor playspace as we celebrate Red Squirrel Week. Normal admission charges apply.
Wed 27 Sep 2017
+ 4 other dates
11:00-15:00
Woodland Guided Walk
Join our volunteer ranger for a walk around the woodland at Wallington and discover some of its rich history and wildlife.
Wed 27 Sep 2017
+ 2 other dates
11:30-13:00
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Ceramics: From Ming to Meissen
Learn about Wallington's precious ceramics collections. Can you identify which piece is really valuable and which is a worthless copy in our Fake or Fortune game? Learn how to match marks to the factory and see if you can work out what pieces...
Thu 28 Sep 2017
+ 4 other dates
12:00-16:30
Warming up Wallington
Wallington has recently come off oil and installed a cost-effective renewable fuelled heating and hot water system. Find out about how our new biomass boiler keeps Wallington toasty with a Thursday afternoon tour. Normal admission charges apply.
Thu 28 Sep 2017
+ 4 other dates
13:30-14:00
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Ranger Walk: Rothley Lake
Join us for an exclusive tour of Rothley Lake and discover the wonderful wildlife that lives in this hidden site.
Tue 03 Oct 2017
13:00-15:30
Funny Bones & Hallowe'en Fun
Whether you're a scary monster or a spell casting witch, come along to Wallington to start Hallowe'en celebrations. See how many skeletons you can find in the woodland, make a spooky mask, create a mud face and book your place on a pumpkin...
Sat 21 Oct 2017
+ 8 other dates
11:00-15:00
Pumpkin carving
Get creative and carve your own spooky Hallowe'en lantern at our pumpkin carving sessions. Sessions are available on Thursday 26 & Friday 27 October, 12.30, 1.30 & 2.30pm. £5 per pumpkin. Booking essential. To book please call 01670 773606....
Thu 26 Oct 2017
+ 1 other date
12:30-13:15
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Tall Tales Tree Trail
Follow this fantastical story trail through the woods and discover fascinating facts about some of the wonderful trees that grow there.Explore the East Wood by following the Tall Tales Tree Trail. This fun trail shares true stories and tall...
Sat 11 Nov 2017
+ 109 other dates
11:00-15:00
Create Christmas at Wallington
Visit the house before it officially opens at Christmas for a sneaky peek behind the scenes and help us finish the Christmas decorating. Give a helping hand with making Christmas decorations to complete the house's magical look. Normal admission...
Sat 18 Nov 2017
+ 1 other date
09:30-11:00
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Christmas by Twilight
Visit Wallington after dark and see the house beautifully decorated for Christmas and illuminated by thousands of twinkly lights. Soak up the special Christmas atmosphere as you enjoy festive music in the Central Hall, the smells of baking from...
Fri 01 Dec 2017
+ 3 other dates
17:00-19:30
Father Christmas by Twilight
Visit Wallington after dark and meet Father Christmas in his cosy grotto to receive a special gift. Normal admission charges apply & £11 per child, incl. gift. Tel: 01670 773606. Booking essential (from 11 September). Admission £5 per adult...
Fri 01 Dec 2017
+ 3 other dates
17:00-19:30
Wreath & Garland making workshop
Come and make a special festive wreath and a seasonal garland using materials from the woods and gardens at Wallington to decorate your home. Learn how to create and what plants make up these traditional Christmas decorations with the guidance...
Sat 02 Dec 2017
+ 1 other date
10:00-16:00
Father Christmas at Wallington
Meet Father Christmas in his cosy grotto at Wallington and receive a special gift. Normal admission charges apply & £11 per child, incl. gift. Tel: 01670 773606. Booking essential (from 11 September).
Sat 02 Dec 2017
+ 6 other dates
10:00-16:00
Christmas at Wallington
Admire the beautiful themed decorations and soak up the special Christmas atmosphere. You can also enjoy Christmas music, make festive things and hear stories with Mrs Christmas.
Sat 02 Dec 2017
+ 6 other dates
10:00-16:00