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.
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.
Friday 22 March
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...
Monday 25 March
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)...
Friday 29 March
10.30 am - 4.00 pm
Join the hunt at Gatton Park over the Easter weekend. Complete the fun trail and solve the clues to earn your Easter treat! Topical activities and refreshments available to purchase. Perfect...
Monday 01 April
10.30 am - 4.00 pm
Join the hunt at Gatton Park over the Easter weekend. Complete the fun trail and solve the clues to earn your Easter treat! Topical activities and refreshments available to purchase. Perfect...
Tuesday 02 April
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...
Wednesday 03 April
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
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...
Friday 05 April
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
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...
Sunday 07 April
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Try your hand at green woodworking in our woodland workshop. Make simple items such as hurdles, beetles (mallets) and dibbers using traditional tools and techniques. No previous experience necessary. 10.00am-3.00pm...
Sunday 07 April
12.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Enjoy Gatton Park in bloom, including our young cherry trees funded by the Sakura Cherry Tree Project and supported by the Japanese Embassy. Gardens and parkland fully open. Tours, activities...
Monday 08 April
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...
Wednesday 10 April
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “The Highway Rat" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the...
Thursday 11 April
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Explore our woodland and hunt for bugs, from beetles to butterflies. £8.50 per child Booking Essential
Friday 12 April
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “The Highway Rat" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the...
Monday 15 April
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)...
Monday 15 April - Monday 20 May
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)...
Friday 19 April
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...
Monday 22 April
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)...
Friday 26 April
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Ten Little Unicorns" by Mike Brownlow with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the...
Monday 29 April
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)...
Friday 03 May
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Cave Baby" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin...
Sunday 05 May
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...
Sunday 05 May
12.00 pm - 5.00 pm
Enjoy 250 acres of 'Capability' Brown parkland and Edwardian gardens. Head Gardener Dan Ryan will be showcasing our oldest trees in 'Gatton's Heritage Trees Walk' at 2.30pm. Please sign up...
Friday 10 May
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Three Little Pigs" with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or...
Monday 13 May
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)...
Friday 17 May
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Detective Dog" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin...
Monday 20 May
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)...
Friday 24 May
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Where the Wild Things are" by Maurice Sendak with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Monday 27 May
1.00 pm - 4.00 pm
Join characters from well known fairy tales and follow their clues in a treasure hunt around the magical grounds of Gatton Park. Ideal for families and younger children - the...
Wednesday 29 May
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...
Thursday 30 May
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Search for the minibeasts that live in Cedar Forest Pond. 10.00-11.30 am Price: £8.50 per child
Friday 31 May
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “The Scarecrows Wedding" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the...
Sunday 02 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...
Sunday 07 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,...