Join our monthly Drop-In sessions ‘Grow, Learn and Explore’, where toddlers, pre-school children and their parent/carers are introduced to playing and learning outdoors. Even babies are invited to join in the fun. Each month we explore the wonder and magic of Hill Close Gardens, looking for the seasonal changes in nature, spotting birds, hunting for …
Join us for our ‘Insect Extravaganza’ Family Workshop Thursday May 28th 10:00 – 12:00 Explore the gardens and move like a creepy crawly Create your own insect and baby bug to take home. Build a bug house and meet our own Ugly Bug ! £5 per child – babies and big people free Book your tickets …
Our annual Bee Wild Event is an opportunity to learn about bees and wildlife in our local area. See a display of local insect photography Have a go at some activities inspired by the natural world Get advice on bats, bees, butterflies and hedgehogs Buy honey and locally crafted gifts with a nature theme Gardens …
Come and join us at Hill Close Gardens to celebrate Father’s Day Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st June The gardens are open 11:00 to 4:00 (last admission 3.30) We would be delighted if you chose Hill Close Gardens as a place to visit on Father’s Day. For this weekend, we are offering a choice of …
Saturday 11th July 2026 5:00-6:00 p.m Our open air theatre shows are back! With Gabriella Sills Productions and Alfresco Actors. Based on the book by Michael Morpurgo Step into the heart of the Savoy Hotel with Kaspar: Prince of Cats, a magical family adventure brought to life through enchanting puppetry, original music and vivid storytelling. Follow Johnny Trott, …
Saturday 11th July 2026 7:30-9:30 p.m Our open air theatre shows are back! With Gabriella Sills Productions and Alfresco Actors. Pack your bags and hold onto your hats – the race is on! 🌍⏱️ Join a fearless troupe of actor-musicians as they hurtle across continents in this riotously entertaining, globe-trotting show inspired by Jules Verne’s much-loved classic.Expect dazzling …
Saturday 18th July 2026 7:30-9:30 p.m Our open air theatre shows are back! With Gabriella Sills Productions and Alfresco Actors. We cordially invite you to an uproarious adventure with P.G. Wodehouse’s beloved characters, Jeeves and Wooster! Enter the whimsical world of Bertie Wooster, an affable young gentleman with a penchant for getting himself in the most outlandish predicaments. Thankfully, …
11:00-16:00 Lammas Day – the harvest festival dating back to Anglo-Saxon times. We will celebrate with different activities. Come and see our fruit and vegetables growing alongside our flowers in our 16 Victorian garden plots. Learn the history behind the Lammas harvest and Lammas loaves.
Pack a blanket, a picnic, your teddy (or your favourite cuddly ) and join us for an afternoon of bear-themed crafts, activities, stories and follow the ‘Bear Hunt’ trail around the gardens. £5 per child (adults/babies are free) 12:00 – 3:00pm This is a ticketed event, please book your place here
Apple Weekend and Country Fair – arts and crafts and a celebration of all things apple. Our annual Apple Weekend and Country Fair this year is 10th and 11th October so come along and join us to enjoy: Gardens will be open 11:00 to 4:00 (last entry 3:30)