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:
Forest Fun 2-7 years - am or pm
Monday 21 July
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: The Snail and the Whale
Tuesday 22 July
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Snail and the Whale" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Minibeast Bug Hunting (4-7 years)
Thursday 24 July
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Explore our woodland and hunt for bugs, from beetles to butterflies. 10.00 - 11.30 am Booking essential Price: £8.50 per child
Trails and Tales: The Snail and the Whale
Friday 25 July
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Snail and the Whale" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Forest Fun 2-7 years - am or pm
Monday 28 July
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: Tiddler - am or pm
Tuesday 29 July
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Tiddler" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or...
Eco-Art (4-7 years)
Thursday 31 July
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Use natural materials to create artworks to leave in the park and to take home. 10.00 - 11.30 am Booking essential Price: £8.50 per child
Trails and Tales: Tiddler - am or pm
Friday 01 August
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Tiddler" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or...
Open Day Featuring Classic Cars
Sunday 03 August
12.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Gatton Park Open Day featuring a display of vintage and classic cars. The Surrey Vintage Vehicle Society will be displaying a variety of beautiful cars on the parterre behind Gatton...
Trails and Tales: The Very Hungry Caterpillar - am or pm
Tuesday 05 August
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in...
Tracks and Signs (4-7 years)
Thursday 07 August
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Which animals live at Gatton Park? Discover the evidence that they have left behind - footprints, fur and poo! 10.00 - 11.30 am Booking essential Price: £8.50 per child ...
Trails and Tales: The Very Hungry Caterpillar - am or pm
Friday 08 August
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “The Very Hungry Caterpillar" by Eric Carle with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in...
Barn Dance including BBQ
Saturday 09 August
6.30 pm - 10.30 pm
Get your dancing shoes on and join us for a barn dance in front of Gatton Hall. Live music will be provided by the Redwing Barn Dance Band, with a...
Forest Fun 2-7 years - am or pm
Monday 11 August
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: Elmer am or pm
Tuesday 12 August
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Elmer" by David McKee with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or...
Sensory Walk (4-7 years)
Thursday 14 August
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Use all your senses to explore the gardens and parkland. 10.00 - 11.30 am Booking essential Price: £8.50 per child
Trails and Tales: Elmer - am or pm
Friday 15 August
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Elmer" by David McKee with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or...
A Coldplay & Fleetwood Mac Candlelight Experience
Friday 15 August
7.00 pm - 10.30 pm
Join us for an enchanting evening as a string trio brings the timeless sounds of Coldplay and Fleetwood Mac to life, set against the stunning backdrop of Gatton Park. Sit back...
Forest Fun 2-7 years - am or pm
Monday 18 August
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: Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy - am or pm
Tuesday 19 August
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy" by Lynley Dodd with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Stone Age Experience (6+ years)
Thursday 21 August
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Step back in time to learn about the tools and weapons, crafts and survival in Stone Age times. 10.00 - 11.30 am Booking essential Price: £8.50 per child
Trails and Tales: Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy - am or pm
Friday 22 August
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy" by Lynley Dodd with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Trails and Tales: Sharing a Shell - am or pm
Tuesday 26 August
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Sharing a Shell" by Julia Donaldson, with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the...
Fairy Adventure (4-7 years)
Thursday 28 August
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Put on your wings and get ready for lots of fairy fun - making wands and potions in the gardens. 10.00 - 11.30 am Booking essential Price: £8.50 per child...
Dreamcatchers (6+ years)
Friday 29 August
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Create your own dreamcatcher from objects and materials found in our park. 10.00 - 11.30 am Booking essential Price: £8.50 per child
Trails and Tales: Sharing a Shell - am or pm
Friday 29 August
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “Sharing a Shell" by Julia Donaldson, with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the...
Trails and Tales: I love my Mummy
Friday 05 September
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “I love my Mummy" by Giles Andreae with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in...
Open Day
Sunday 07 September
12.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Enjoy 250 acres of 'Capability' Brown parkland and Edwardian gardens. Learn about Gatton Park's rich history with free tours included in entrance price. We love dogs at Gatton Park -...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 08 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)...
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...
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...