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Summer of Play

Enjoy playful family days out at Kingston Lacy this summer.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

There's something for all the family to enjoy at Kingston Lacy this summer.

Explore our festival field of fun, dance at the bug ball, put on a performance at the giant puppet theatre and find lots of games and activities and adventures. There are also two wonderful play areas to discover and explore.

Check out our other summer events (Storytelling, Morning Dance Party, and Children’s Yoga) on the Upcoming Events section of our website soon.

Pack a picnic to enjoy, or pop into the café for lunch, hot and cold drinks or ice creams.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

What to bring and wear

Hopefully it'll be sunny, but dress for the weather.

Upcoming events

Event

Formal Garden Tours 

Come along to one of our volunteer-led Formal Garden tours to discover the history, horticulture and highlights of the season.

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on
12 May to 20 Oct 2024
at
11:30 to 12:30
+ 185 other dates or times
Event

Nordic wellness walk: every Tuesday at 10am 

Would you like to try a gentle Nordic walk in the beautiful surroundings of Kingston Lacy? Dorset Council run weekly walks every Tuesday at 10am that last an hour. A Nordic Wellness Walk may incorporate mobility exercises to help with...

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on
14 May to 17 Dec 2024
at
10:00 to 11:00
+ 31 other dates or times
Event

Nordic walking workout: every Tuesday at 10am 

Would you like to try Nordic walking in the beautiful surroundings of Kingston Lacy? Dorset Council run weekly walks every Tuesday at 10am that last an hour. These one-hour walks are designed to help you improve your fitness levels and get...

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on
14 May to 17 Dec 2024
at
10:00 to 11:00
+ 31 other dates or times
Event

Discover Kingston Lacy’s farm animals 

Join the Kingston Lacy Farm Manager for a walk around Kingston Lacy to meet the cows, sheep and pigs and learn about their role in conserving this special place. This will include an exclusive visit to Home Farm, not usually open to the public.

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on
14 May 2024
at
10:00 to 12:00