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.
Monday 09 September - Monday 21 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)...
Friday 20 September
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...
Saturday 21 September
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 our latest restoration...
Monday 23 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)...
Friday 27 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...
Monday 30 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)...
Friday 04 October
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Hairy McClary" by Lynley Dodd with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin...
Sunday 06 October
10.00 am - 2.00 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. Includes...
Sunday 06 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. Or simply enjoy the autumn colours in the fully open park and...
Monday 07 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)...
Friday 11 October
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Smartest Giant in Town" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Monday 14 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)...
Friday 18 October
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Giant Jam Sandwich" by John Vernon Lord with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Monday 21 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)...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Thursday 31 October
10.00 am - 2.30 pm
Using natural materials from around the park to make amazing masterpieces. 10 am - 11.30 am
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...