What’s on
See below for our full programme of 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.
Upcoming events
All events:
Growing Wild, Home Ed Forest School
Friday 05 September - Friday 24 October
10.00 am - 12.00 pm
🌿Growing Wild Forest School welcomes Home Educating families to join us for playful, nature-filled sessions designed to spark curiosity, connection, and growth. Led by a qualified teacher and Forest School...
Trails and Tales: The Princess and the Pea
Friday 03 October
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Princess and the Pea" by Hans Christian Andersen with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be...
Apple Open Day and Tractor Rides
Sunday 05 October
12.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Discover Gatton Park Orchard in the walled garden. Apple juicing demonstrations, children’s themed trails and activities. Tractor rides around the Pleasure Garden. Or simply enjoy the autumn colours in the...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 06 October
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: Ten Little Pirates
Friday 10 October
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Ten Little Pirates" by Mike Brownlow with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the...
Quiz Night with Ploughman's Supper
Saturday 11 October
6.30 pm - 10.00 pm
Test your general knowledge with a quiz in Gatton Hall's magnificent ballroom. A wide range of questions to suit all interests. This event is to raise funds for the restoration...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 13 October
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: The Oak Tree
Friday 17 October
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Oak Tree" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 20 October
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Halloween Wizards and Witches
Sunday 26 October
12.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Dare to join us for Halloween activities and a spooky trail around the grounds. Ideal for younger children. Themed activities in Gatton Hall. Will you risk the Bone-to-Pick trick or...
Forest Fun 2-7 years - am or pm
Monday 27 October
10.00 am - 3.30 pm
Join us in our Forest School area to explore Cedar Wood, make woodland crafts and enjoy a snack around the fire. For children aged 2+ years. Bookings available 10.00 am-12.00...
Trails and Tales: Room on the Broom - am or pm
Wednesday 29 October
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Room on the Broom" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in...
Junk Modelling - Haunted Houses (4-7 years)
Thursday 30 October
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Create your own haunted house using boxes and reused materials. 10.00 - 11.30 am Booking essential Price: £8.50 per child.
Trails and Tales: Room on the Broom - am or pm
Friday 31 October
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Room on the Broom" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in...
Make Your Own Terrarium
Sunday 02 November
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 and Trail Run
Sunday 02 November
12.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Enjoy the autumn colours in 250 acres of 'Capability' Brown parkland and Edwardian gardens. Follow a marked 3k trail through the park, with the chance to toast marshmallows along the...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 03 November
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Little Seeds Forest School - Block Booking Monday am or pm (November-December)
Monday 03 November - Monday 15 December
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: Each Peach Pear Plum
Friday 07 November
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Each Peach Pear Plum" by Allan Ahlberg with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 10 November
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: The Smartest Giant in Town
Friday 14 November
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Smartest Giant in Town" by Julia Donalson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 17 November
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: Little Red Riding Hood
Friday 21 November
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Little Red Riding Hood" with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 24 November
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: What the Ladybird Heard
Friday 28 November
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “What the Ladybird Heard" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in...
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Saturday 29 November
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Make a willow wreath for your front door and decorate with natural materials and foliage - cedar, holly and ivy - found at Gatton Park. Enjoy a glass of mulled...
Willow Christmas Angel Workshop
Sunday 30 November
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Create a beautiful willow angel Christmas decoration. Materials and instruction provided. Suitable for beginners in willow work. Glass of Mulled wine and mince pie included. 10.00-11.30 am or 1.30-3.00 pm...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 01 December
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: The Gruffalo's Child
Friday 05 December
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Gruffalo's Child" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the...
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Saturday 06 December
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Make a willow wreath for your front door and decorate with natural materials and foliage - cedar, holly and ivy - found at Gatton Park. Enjoy a glass of mulled...
Stick Man Christmas Trail
Sunday 07 December
11.00 am - 3.00 pm
Enjoy a Stick Man themed Christmas trail around Gatton Park's rock garden before returning to Gatton Hall for toasted marshmallows and Christmas crafts. Perfect for small children. Gardens open 11am...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 08 December
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: Just Right for Christmas
Friday 12 December
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Just Right for Christmas" by Birdie Black with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 15 December
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun! Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...
Trails and Tales: The Gift of Christmas- am
Friday 19 December
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “"The Gift of Christmas" by Christine Leeson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in...
Forest Fun 2-7 years - am or pm
Monday 22 December
10.00 am - 3.30 pm
Join us in our Forest School area to explore Cedar Wood, make woodland crafts and enjoy a snack around the fire. For children aged 2+ years. Bookings available 10.00 am-12.00...
Living Willow Workshop
Saturday 10 January
10.00 am - 4.00 pm
Natural, workable and inexpensive, willow weaving is one of the most ancient of handicrafts. Join us to learn how this versatile and durable product can be used to make beautiful...