Upcoming events

Special events

Special events

See below for our full programme of Open Days and special events.  

To make a booking
Booking is essential except where indicated. Please book online at the links below. If you have a query, call 01737 649068 or email events@gatton-park.org.uk.

Easter Egg Hunt

Easter Egg Hunt

Friday 29 March

10.30 am - 4.00 pm

Join the hunt at Gatton Park over the Easter weekend. Complete the fun trail and solve the clues to earn your Easter treat!  Topical activities and refreshments available to purchase. Perfect...

Easter Egg Hunt

Easter Egg Hunt

Monday 01 April

10.30 am - 4.00 pm

Join the hunt at Gatton Park over the Easter weekend. Complete the fun trail and solve the clues to earn your Easter treat!  Topical activities and refreshments available to purchase. Perfect...

Green Woodworking Course

Green Woodworking Course

Sunday 07 April

10.00 am - 3.00 pm

Try your hand at green woodworking in our woodland workshop.  Make simple items such as hurdles, beetles (mallets) and dibbers using traditional tools and techniques.  No previous experience necessary. 10.00am-3.00pm...

Blossom Open Day

Blossom Open Day

Sunday 07 April

12.00 pm - 5.00 pm

Enjoy Gatton Park in bloom, including our young cherry trees funded by the Sakura Cherry Tree Project and supported by the Japanese Embassy. Gardens and parkland fully open. Tours, activities...

Make Your Own Terrarium

Make Your Own Terrarium

Sunday 05 May

11.00 am - 1.00 pm

Sometimes referred to as a 'garden under glass', terrariums are a beautiful addition to a home. Join Head Gardener Dan Ryan in making your own terrarium to take away. All...

Open Day

Open Day

Sunday 05 May

12.00 pm - 5.00 pm

Enjoy 250 acres of 'Capability' Brown parkland and Edwardian gardens. Head Gardener Dan Ryan will be showcasing our oldest trees in 'Gatton's Heritage Trees Walk' at 2.30pm. Please sign up...

Fairy Tale Treasure Hunt

Fairy Tale Treasure Hunt

Monday 27 May

1.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Join characters from well known fairy tales and follow their clues in a treasure hunt around the magical grounds of Gatton Park. Ideal for families and younger children - the...

Summer at Gatton: Picnic in the Park

Summer at Gatton: Picnic in the Park

Sunday 02 June

12.00 pm - 5.00 pm

Celebrate the start of summer with a picnic on the parterre, or take your hamper to the lakeside or Japanese garden. Children's activities including croquet, skipping, hoops, Jenga and other...

Gatton Country Fair

Gatton Country Fair

Sunday 07 July

12.00 pm - 5.00 pm

The highlight of our calendar, and a great day out for the whole family. Enjoy animal displays including falconry, water rescue dogs and reptiles, a fun dog show, live music,...