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:
Trails and Tales: A Squash and a Squeeze by Julia Donaldson
Friday 25 October
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “A Squash and a Squeeze" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Halloween Wizards and Witches
Sunday 27 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. Follow the yellow brick road for Wizard of Oz inspired fun! Gatton...
Forest Fun 2-7 years - am or pm
Monday 28 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: Meg and Mog - am or pm
Wednesday 30 October
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Meg and Mog" by Helen Nicoll and illustrated by Jan Pieńkowski with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft...
Autumn Colours Natural Art 4-7 years
Thursday 31 October
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Using natural materials from around the park to make amazing masterpieces. 10 am - 11.30 am
Trails and Tales: Meg and Mog - am or pm
Friday 01 November
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Meg and Mog" by Helen Nicoll and illustrated by Jan Pieńkowski with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft...
Make Your Own Terrarium
Sunday 03 November
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
Sunday 03 November
12.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Enjoy 250 acres of ‘Capability’ Brown parkland, Edwardian gardens and refreshments in Gatton Hall Tea Room. There will be an opportunity to meet some of our volunteers and learn how...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 04 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 04 November - Monday 09 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 08 November
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...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 11 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: Cinderella
Friday 15 November
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Cinderella" with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or taken away. Ideal...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 18 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 Troll
Friday 22 November
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Troll" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin...
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Saturday 23 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...
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Sunday 24 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...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 25 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: Chocolate Mousse for Greedy Goose
Friday 29 November
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Chocolate Mousse for Greedy Goose" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
Saturday 30 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...
Gatton Christmas Trail
Sunday 01 December
11.00 am - 3.00 pm
Enjoy a wintry walk around beautiful Gatton Park. Follow the Christmas clues before whittling a stick and toasting a marshmallow over the campfire in Cedar Wood. Do a Christmas craft...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 02 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: Tabby McTat
Friday 06 December
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Tabby McTat" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin...
Willow Christmas Angel Workshop
Sunday 08 December
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 09 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
Friday 13 December
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Gift of Christmas" by Christine Leeson and Gaby Hansen with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can...
Forest Fun 2-7 years - am or pm
Monday 16 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...
Christmas Crafts
Tuesday 17 December
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Get the sparkle out for lots of Christmas craft creativity. Christmas Craft making session for younger children of 3 - 7 years 10-11.30 am or 1.30-3.00 pm A standard ticket...
Trails and Tales: Stick Man - am or pm
Friday 20 December
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Stick Man" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin...
Trails and Tales: Stick Man - am or pm
Monday 23 December
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Stick Man" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin...
Living Willow Workshop
Saturday 11 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...