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.

Snowdrop Day

Snowdrop Day

Sunday 02 February

12.00 pm - 5.00 pm

Park and gardens are open to view a spectacular display of snowdrops. Heralds of spring and a sure sign that warmer weather is on the way. Gatton Hall open for...

Snowdrop Day - National Garden Scheme

Snowdrop Day - National Garden Scheme

Sunday 09 February

12.00 pm - 5.00 pm

Park and gardens are open to view a spectacular display of snowdrops. Heralds of spring and a sure sign that warmer weather is coming. This event is run in conjunction...

Snowdrop Day

Snowdrop Day

Sunday 16 February

12.00 pm - 5.00 pm

Park and gardens are open to view a spectacular display of snowdrops. Heralds of spring and a sure sign that warmer weather is coming. Gatton Hall open for cake and...

Run Reigate Trail Run and Canicross at Gatton Park

Run Reigate Trail Run and Canicross at Gatton Park

Sunday 23 February

8.00 am - 1.00 pm

Run Reigate is back with an exciting 5k and 10k multi-terrain loop through Gatton Park's beautiful parkland. This year there are two events.  A dedicated Canicross event starts at 8.30am...

Snowdrop Day

Snowdrop Day

Sunday 23 February

1.00 pm - 5.00 pm

Park and gardens are open to view a spectacular display of snowdrops. Heralds of spring and a sure sign that warmer weather is coming. Gatton Hall Tea Room open for...

Open Day: Great Gatton Mouse Hunt

Open Day: Great Gatton Mouse Hunt

Sunday 02 March

12.00 pm - 5.00 pm

One of our most popular events. Follow the trail to find our famous knitted mice hidden in the rock garden - and buy your own in the Mouseum. Gatton Park...

Willow Garden Obelisk Course

Willow Garden Obelisk Course

Wednesday 12 March

1.00 pm - 4.00 pm

A half-day garden structures courses run by Head Gardener Dan Ryan. Learn the weaves to craft a willow obelisk for your own garden while enjoying views of the lake. Materials...

Willow Garden Obelisk Course

Willow Garden Obelisk Course

Sunday 16 March

1.00 pm - 4.00 pm

A half-day garden structures courses run by Head Gardener Dan Ryan. Learn the weaves to craft a willow obelisk for your own garden while enjoying views of the lake. Materials...

Green Woodworking Course

Green Woodworking Course

Sunday 06 April

10.00 am - 2.00 pm

Try your hand at green woodworking in our woodland workshop using traditional tools and techniques to make a selection of items such as hurdles, beetles (mallets) and dibbers. No previous...

Open Day: Springtime at Gatton

Open Day: Springtime at Gatton

Sunday 06 April

12.00 pm - 5.00 pm

Enjoy Gatton Park in bloom, including a wide variety of flowering trees and plants in the Japanese garden and rock garden. View our young cherry trees funded by the Japanese...

Make Your Own Terrarium

Make Your Own Terrarium

Sunday 04 May

11.00 am - 12.30 pm

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

Open Day

Open Day

Sunday 04 May

12.00 pm - 5.00 pm

Enjoy 260 acres of 'Capability' Brown parkland and Edwardian gardens. This is one of the most beautiful times to view the Japanese garden. Free tours included in entrance price. Bird...

Summer at Gatton: Picnic in the Park

Summer at Gatton: Picnic in the Park

Sunday 01 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 06 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,...