Treat your senses to the beauty of the sweet pea, as these unique flowers come into bloom. We’re already looking forward to Sweet Pea Season 2026, which will be starting on 24th June, but there’s still plenty to see at Easton Walled Gardens From the heritage pastel to the heady fragrance, there’s a world of... Read more »
Nursery Walk & Talk, 'Top Plants for our Changing Climate': 31st July, 11:30am - 11:50am On this free 20-minute walk and talk, Emma introduces plants that thrive in drier conditions and changing weather. Exclusive plant discounts will be available to attendees on the day. Free. No need to book, just turn up.
Garden Forage - Remedies & Medicines From Your Vegetable Patch: 2nd August, 12pm - 4pm Join Nicola Fenton on short walks and talks highlighting the edible plants within our gardens. You'll discover a multitude of benefits that plants can have on your health and wellbeing, with top tips on how to harvest and use.
The Kennel Club is proud to host Europe’s biggest and best celebration of agility at Rutland Showground. Each year, dogs of all breeds and backgrounds come from across the globe to take part in this unique event. With a record number of entries in 2025, the festival promises four thrilling days of competition, camaraderie and... Read more »
Summer Vegetable Weekend: 8th - 9th August, 11am - 4pm If you love growing your own food then Barnsdale is the place to be this weekend. We'll be opening up the productive areas that are normally off-limits to visitors, and our expert grower will be available to advise you on your own veggie production and... Read more »
Productive Area Tours: 9th August, 12pm & 2pm Our vegetables grower-in-chief, Susie, will lead tours of Barnsdale's fruit and veg growing areas, at 12pm & 2pm.
Our second ever Rutland Flower Show, on 14-16th August 2026, will take place at the Rutland Showground (Oakham, Rutland, LE15 7TW). The 3-day event will be even better than our first, bringing together more National Flower Clubs, Gardening Clubs, and Famous Florists and Gardeners. NEW for 2026, we will be joined by the legendary Carol... Read more »
Get ready for bold sounds, iconic tunes, and big hair as we return to the decade that transformed music! From the vibrancy of the New Romantics to edgy electro-pop, and the smooth sounds of RnB – the 1980s can safely be described as the era that gave birth to legends! Get ready to experience these Legends... Read more »
Come and join us at the Nature Reserve to see what you can discover with pond dipping and bug hunting —perfect for curious minds of all ages! Afterwards, get creative with wildlife crafts to take home as a special memory of your day. Booking not required, just turn up and join in! Pre-book online for a discounted price. The drop in day is... Read more »
Nursery Walk & Talk, 'New Perennial Style & Extending the Season of Interest': 28th August, 11:30am - 11:50am Take a free 20-minute walk and talk with Emma to explore late-season perennials and grasses that extend garden interest. Exclusive plant discounts will be available to attendees on the day. Free. No need to book, just turn... Read more »
Stapleford Miniature Railway hosts two open weekends each year, head to the Stapleford Estate on 29-31 August 2026 for a vintage family atmosphere, featuring classic cars, motorcycles, tractors, caravans, fairground rides, stalls, food vendors and more. Adults £6 Children £4 under 5's free Train rides £4 each Free car parking Weekend camping available
Get up close to fascinating birds of prey Come and meet a variety of beautiful birds of prey including eagles, hawks, falcons and owls who will be making Burghley Sculpture Garden home for the day. Chat to knowledgeable falconry experts to learn all about these amazing birds. A great opportunity to view a selection of... Read more »
Defender Burghley attracts fantastic crowds to witness exhilarating equestrian action alongside browsing the world renowned shopping avenues in this truly stunning location at Burghley House. Three Day Eventing is a comprehensive test of the all round ability of the horse and rider, comprising Dressage, Cross Country and Jumping. With over 173,000 visitors over the four... Read more »
In September 2026 we are giving you the chance to experience the thrill of swimming in open water underneath the stars. This unique experience will enliven your senses and create an atmosphere you will struggle to replicate. Our team will be on hand to ensure your safety whilst giving you the freedom to explore this... Read more »
Dahlia Day: 6th September, 12pm - 4pm Karen Gimson will be hosting talk/walks throughout the day on everything Dahlia's: from growing; storage; cuttings; varieties and flower arrangements. Karen Gimson has been a garden designer and travelling head gardener for large gardens for 25 years and writes a weekly column for Garden News Magazine. She also... Read more »