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Mon 27 Jul12:00Dudmaston Hall(4.3mi)

Paper Fan Making - Summer of Play at Dudmaston

Inspired by our Fanology Exhibition, join our Play Assistants to create your own beautiful fan to take home.

Mon 27 Jul13:30Dudmaston Hall(4.3mi)

George: An Ambassador for Art (Exhibition)

Visit this exhibition exploring how diplomat, globetrotter and visionary collector, Sir George Labouchere moved between the political frontlines of Stockholm, Nanking and Madrid while quietly assembling a daring collection of Modern Art. In a world where embassy walls were lined with safe, traditional paintings, he chose bold abstraction and contemporary sculpture instead. A pivotal moment came at Expo 58 in Brussels, when he acquired a work by Henry Moore, igniting a lifelong commitment to living artists whose work challenged convention. Serving in Spain under Francisco Franco, George collected radical works even as he navigated delicate diplomacy. Returning to Dudmaston, he shaped a legacy rooted in friendship, patronage and public access. Normal admission applies.

Mon 27 Jul15:00Dudmaston Hall(4.3mi)

Paper Fan Making - Summer of Play at Dudmaston

Inspired by our Fanology Exhibition, join our Play Assistants to create your own beautiful fan to take home.

Tue 28 JulTheatre On The Steps(2.7mi)

Theatre

The Pickwick Papers

Join Rain or Shine Theatre Company as they take you into the delightfully chaotic Victorian world of The Pickwick Papers, where misadventure and merriment collide in a whirlwind of Dickensian absurdity!

via Theatre On The StepsLocal gem

Tue 28 Jul11:30Dudmaston Hall(4.3mi)

Summer of Play at Dudmaston Hall

Join us at Dudmaston for some dinosaur adventures this summer. See who's lurking in the bog garden and take to the stage to put on a dinosaur show. There's craft workshops in the orchard and storytime in the woodland glade. Chill out with a yoga session on the lawn or dive into the toy shed for bats, balls and traditional lawn games. There's plenty of places to play, for all ages, all summer long.

Tue 28 Jul12:00Dudmaston Hall(4.3mi)

Sports Play - Summer of Play at Dudmaston

Have a go at everything this Summer of Play in and show off your skills. Sports include swingball and badminton. Come along, practice your skills and meet new friends.

Tue 28 Jul13:30Dudmaston Hall(4.3mi)

George: An Ambassador for Art (Exhibition)

Visit this exhibition exploring how diplomat, globetrotter and visionary collector, Sir George Labouchere moved between the political frontlines of Stockholm, Nanking and Madrid while quietly assembling a daring collection of Modern Art. In a world where embassy walls were lined with safe, traditional paintings, he chose bold abstraction and contemporary sculpture instead. A pivotal moment came at Expo 58 in Brussels, when he acquired a work by Henry Moore, igniting a lifelong commitment to living artists whose work challenged convention. Serving in Spain under Francisco Franco, George collected radical works even as he navigated delicate diplomacy. Returning to Dudmaston, he shaped a legacy rooted in friendship, patronage and public access. Normal admission applies.

Wed 29 Jul11:30Dudmaston Hall(4.3mi)

Summer of Play at Dudmaston Hall

Join us at Dudmaston for some dinosaur adventures this summer. See who's lurking in the bog garden and take to the stage to put on a dinosaur show. There's craft workshops in the orchard and storytime in the woodland glade. Chill out with a yoga session on the lawn or dive into the toy shed for bats, balls and traditional lawn games. There's plenty of places to play, for all ages, all summer long.

Wed 29 Jul12:30Dudmaston Hall(4.3mi)

Story Time - Summer of Play at Dudmaston

Head to our new woodland story circle and find yourself transported to a different world as you listen to a story.

Wed 29 Jul13:30Dudmaston Hall(4.3mi)

George: An Ambassador for Art (Exhibition)

Visit this exhibition exploring how diplomat, globetrotter and visionary collector, Sir George Labouchere moved between the political frontlines of Stockholm, Nanking and Madrid while quietly assembling a daring collection of Modern Art. In a world where embassy walls were lined with safe, traditional paintings, he chose bold abstraction and contemporary sculpture instead. A pivotal moment came at Expo 58 in Brussels, when he acquired a work by Henry Moore, igniting a lifelong commitment to living artists whose work challenged convention. Serving in Spain under Francisco Franco, George collected radical works even as he navigated delicate diplomacy. Returning to Dudmaston, he shaped a legacy rooted in friendship, patronage and public access. Normal admission applies.

Thu 30 Jul11:30Dudmaston Hall(4.3mi)

Summer of Play at Dudmaston Hall

Join us at Dudmaston for some dinosaur adventures this summer. See who's lurking in the bog garden and take to the stage to put on a dinosaur show. There's craft workshops in the orchard and storytime in the woodland glade. Chill out with a yoga session on the lawn or dive into the toy shed for bats, balls and traditional lawn games. There's plenty of places to play, for all ages, all summer long.

Thu 30 Jul12:30Dudmaston Hall(4.3mi)

Bug Hunting - Summer of Play at Dudmaston

Enjoy some time rummaging in the undergrowth and discovering our tiny wild friends. See which mini beast characters you can find hidden in the vegetation: beetles, worms, ladybirds, butterflies? Using nets, magnifying glasses and ID charts, we can't wait to find out what you spot!

Thu 30 Jul13:30Dudmaston Hall(4.3mi)

George: An Ambassador for Art (Exhibition)

Visit this exhibition exploring how diplomat, globetrotter and visionary collector, Sir George Labouchere moved between the political frontlines of Stockholm, Nanking and Madrid while quietly assembling a daring collection of Modern Art. In a world where embassy walls were lined with safe, traditional paintings, he chose bold abstraction and contemporary sculpture instead. A pivotal moment came at Expo 58 in Brussels, when he acquired a work by Henry Moore, igniting a lifelong commitment to living artists whose work challenged convention. Serving in Spain under Francisco Franco, George collected radical works even as he navigated delicate diplomacy. Returning to Dudmaston, he shaped a legacy rooted in friendship, patronage and public access. Normal admission applies.

Thu 30 Jul13:30Dudmaston Hall(4.3mi)

Music and Bubbles - Summer of Play at Dudmaston

Drop-in to these dressing up, music and bubbles sessions on the Stomping Stage! Get stuck in to the dressing up box this summer, and who doesn't love bubbles? Throw yourself onto the stage and revel in the fun!