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Summer of Play 2025

3rd July-1st September 2025

Venue: Dunster Castle and Watermill

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/somerset/dunster-castle-and-watermill

Challenge friends and family to lawn games on Green Court from 3 July, Knock down pins in a game of skittles, try your hand at giant dominoes, get competitive with snakes and ladders or get in some target...

The Disgusting Sandwich Trail

5th July-8th September 2025

Venue: Painswick Rococo Garden

Website: www.rococogarden.org.uk

This summer, step into the wonderfully silly world of The Disgusting Sandwich - a brand-new interactive trail at Painswick Rococo Garden. Get ready to brave smelly wellies, explore touchy-feely boxes,...

The Big Batsford Hedgehog Hunt

12th July-31st August 2025

Venue: Batsford Arboretum and Garden Centre

Website: www.batsarb.co.uk

Find the hedgehogs hidden around the arboretum, enjoy lunch or a sweet treat in the larg cafe and explore the play area for a fun family day out. The Hedgehog Hunt costs £3 per participating child, plus...

Summer at the Castle

21st July-27th August 2025

Venue: Berkeley Castle

Website: www.berkeley-castle.com

This summer at Berkeley Castle, enjoy a fantastic day out for the whole family with our exciting activities included in the standard admission ticket—no extra charge! The perfect way to make summer holidays...

Falconry Experiences

22nd July-29th August 2025

Venue: Sudeley Castle and Gardens

Website: www.sudeleycastle.co.uk

On select dates throughout July and August, Walks with Hawks return to Sudeley Castle to share the thrill of seeing an exceptional variety of birds of prey. From eagles to owls, this falconry display at...

Summer of play at Newark Park

22nd July-31st August 2025

Venue: Newark Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/gloucestershire-cotswolds/newark-park

This year is inspired by Bob's hospitality when he used to host parties for local community groups.Join in with the summer party and get active and creative with a wide range of activities in the great...

Knight School

23rd July-28th August 2025

Venue: Sudeley Castle and Gardens

Website: www.sudeleycastle.co.uk

Children of all ages are invited to dress-up and join the fun of Sudeley's Knight School, every Wednesday and Thursday throughout the summer. The ancient art of sword-fighting, archery and jousting are...

Summer of play at Dyrham Park

23rd July-2nd September 2025

Venue: Dyrham Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Go to Dyrham this summer for art sessions, nature explorer trails and play activities running through the school summer holidays.Activities will be free of charge, normal admission charges apply.

Summer of Play at Tinkley Gate

23rd July-31st August 2025

Venue: Woodchester Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/gloucestershire-cotswolds/woodchester-park

Take part in lots of activities for little ones - including performance, creative, 'loose parts' and active play. With a focus on younger children, there will be plenty of games, trails and activities...

Summer of Play Bat Trail

24th July-1st September 2025

Venue: Dunster Castle and Watermill

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/somerset/dunster-castle-and-watermill

Bats are often associated with all things spooky season, but did you know they are most active in the summer months? Discover the garden and grounds on this summer trail, all while learning more about...

Summer of Play at Lodge Park

1st-31st August 2025

Venue: Lodge Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Lodge Park this Summer of Play will be transformed into a space for the whole family during the summer holidays. For their open weekends in August, take part in lawn games, activities and trails across...

Summer of Play at Chedworth Roman Villa

4th August-1st September 2025

Venue: Chedworth Roman Villa

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/gloucestershire-cotswolds/chedworth-roman-villa

There will be a thrilling array of activities for visitors of all ages. Prepare yourself for games, puzzles, crafts, artefact handling and more.After all the excitement, take a moment to reflect at the...

Tuckwell Open-Air Theatre Festival

12th-24th August 2025

Venue: Tuckwell Amphitheatre

Website: www.bacontheatre.co.uk/tuckwell

Bacon Theatre have a first-class line up of performances to bring you including live music, melodrama, film and plenty of family friendly shows. With a jam-packed line-up of shows, they have something...

Theatre & Cinema

Wind in the Willows

23rd August 2025

Venue: Tuckwell Amphitheatre

Website: www.bacontheatre.co.uk

Pack your picnics and join Ratty, Mole, Badger, and the fantastically irrepressible Toad as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime culminating in a colourful battle to save Toad Hall from the mischievous...

Theatre & Cinema

Cinema Under the Stars: The Greatest Showman

24th August 2025

Venue: Tuckwell Amphitheatre

Website: www.bacontheatre.co.uk

Orphaned, penniless, but ambitious and with a mind crammed with imagination and fresh ideas, the American entertainer, Phineas Taylor Barnum, will always be remembered as the man with the gift to blur...

The Joust

24th August 2025

Venue: Berkeley Castle

Website: www.berkeley-castle.com

The legendary Knights of Nottingham ride back into Berkeley Castle for a day of thrilling medieval action and family fun! Sir Frederick will have the whole family in fits of laughter with his jolly antics...

Summer of Play - Forest School Drop In

28th August 2025

Venue: Dunster Castle and Watermill

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/somerset/dunster-castle-and-watermill

Enjoy drop-in crafting sessions in the River Garden with Forest Catkins. Decorate a wand with ribbons to add a magical touch to your day out or hand weave a bird-seed holder out of wicker and bring some...

Theatre & Cinema

Hamlet

30th August 2025

Venue: Newark Park

Website: www.thepantaloons.co.uk/hamlet

Join the critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company as they put on a frantic disposition to tackle Shakespeare’s greatest tragedy in their own anarchic style.With live music, audience interaction,...

Falconry

31st August 2025

Venue: Berkeley Castle

Website: www.berkeley-castle.com

Watch in awe as majestic birds of prey take to the skies, showcasing their speed, grace, and power in thrilling displays that will captivate the whole family. The event is included in the standard admission...

Theatre & Cinema

Three Inch Fools Presents A Midsummer Night's Dream

2nd September 2025

Venue: Woodchester Park

Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/gloucestershire-cotswolds/woodchester-park

Take your own cushions, and camping-chairs for Woodchester Park 10th anniversary open-air adventure. Go prepared for the weather - the performance will continue come rain come shine! They recommend booking...

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