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...
Little Seeds Forest School - Block Booking Monday am or pm (September-October)
Monday 08 September - 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)...
Trails and Tales: Oi Frog
Friday 12 September
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Oi Frog" by Kes Gray with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 15 September
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: Dear Zoo
Friday 19 September
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Dear Zoo" by Rod Campbell with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin...
Gatton Park Heritage Tours
Saturday 20 September
1.00 pm - 4.00 pm
Join in the national celebration of our heritage with FREE tours as part of the Heritage Open Days programme. Come and enjoy a guided tour of Gatton Park which will...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 22 September
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 Very Busy Spider
Friday 26 September
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Very Busy Spider" by Eric Carle 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 29 September
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 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...
Green Woodworking Course
Sunday 05 October
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...
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)...
Trails and Tales: Funnybones
Friday 24 October
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Funnybones" by Allan Ahlberg with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or...
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
Tuesday 28 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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...