Summer of Play

Belton House Belton House, High Road, Belton, Grantham, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

Summer of Play is back at Belton, sponsored by Starling Bank, and this time we're going on a Big Dig with an archaeology and exploration theme! You'll be able to dig for treasures in sand pits, become an Ancient Egyptian with the mummification station and hieroglyphics code games, play giant versions of your favourite travel games and much more! There are family yoga sessions and bushcraft workshops too as well as object handling, junior gardening sessions and special deer walks.

Grimsthorpe Castle Summer Holiday Quest

Grimsthorpe Castle Grimsthorpe, Bourne, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

Join us fellow Knights and Princesses as we take on the Grimsthorpe Castle Summer Quest! Grab an activity pack from the Ticket hut and set off on your quest across the grounds and in the Castle. Search for the princess's lost crown in the woodlands and complete activities in the castle as part of our very own royal court. Available throughout the summer holidays!

Event Series Bourne Reborn Workshops

Bourne Reborn Workshops

Wake House Wake House 41 North Street, Bourne, Lincolnshire

Fashion and Textile workshops Creative regeneration for a golden future 10am to 2pm Wake House 41 North Street Bourne PE10 9AE Scuffiti - 7th August Eco Dying - 11th August Block Print - 25th August Embroidery - 29th August

Free

Meet a Princess Day at Grimsthorpe Castle

Grimsthorpe Castle Grimsthorpe, Bourne, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

This summer, come to Grimsthorpe to meet some real – life princesses! Includes a meet and greet, singing, photo opportunities and much more… Included in your day ticket.

Storyteller at Grimsthorpe Castle

Grimsthorpe Castle Grimsthorpe, Bourne, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

Join our resident Storyteller, in the Adventure Playground. Mark writes and creates his own stories, as well as adapting classic folk tales and songs. Stories will be told at 11am, 12.30pm and 2.30pm and are approximately 40 minutes long. Included in your Park & Garden ticket.

Event Series Bourne Reborn Workshops

Bourne Reborn Workshops

Wake House Wake House 41 North Street, Bourne, Lincolnshire

Fashion and Textile workshops Creative regeneration for a golden future 10am to 2pm Wake House 41 North Street Bourne PE10 9AE Scuffiti - 7th August Eco Dying - 11th August Block Print - 25th August Embroidery - 29th August

Free

Nature Makers in Market Deeping

Market Deeping Community Library The Park, High St, Market Deeping, Peterborough, United Kingdom

Free, fun filled family day in Market Deeping. All nature themed, with arts, crafts and activities. In partnership with the Deepings Community Library. 30th August - 10 to 3pm.

Free

Belton Community Festival

Belton House Belton House, High Road, Belton, Grantham, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

After a successful debut in 2024, Belton's Community Festival is back! We’re opening up access to art, heritage, and education once again, with a whole host of activities, talks and demonstrations running throughout the weekend. From dance and art, to music and demonstrations, a wide range of local groups and organisations are coming to Belton to showcase the amazing work they do as part of our local community. Discover more about what’s happening on your doorstep and feel inspired. Grab a treat from one of the food vendors while you explore the variety of stalls on the day. Support the local community and visit the arts and crafts stalls, with a range of handcrafted, locally produced items on offer. Complete with a bursting event schedule on the stage to keep you entertained and an array of activities over the weekend, including a Big Belton Butterfly Count sponsored by Lincolnshire County Council, there’s something for everyone. The festival will run on the 13 and 14 Sep, from 10am to 5pm, and free entry to the entire estate, including the mansion and gardens, is being offered across both days. The event is sponsored by BEONTVUK and Chef Abul.

Free

Living with a Guide Dog Puppy – Deepings Library

Deepings library Wade House, 86 High St, Market Deeping, Peterborough, United Kingdom

Thursday evenings at the Library are back! This month we invite you to hear about living with a Guide Dog Puppy! A talk by Scott Rendle who has been volunteering with guide dogs for ten years. 18th September from 7pm to 8.30pm £5pp including refreshments.

£5

Bulb Planting Workshop

Easton Walled Gardens Easton, Grantham, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

Wednesday 1st October 10am – 12pm Join our very talented Senior Gardener Sharon for this hands-on workshop where you will learn how to select, prepare and plant various types of spring bulbs in your own planter to take home for your garden display. Learn which bulbs are better for different garden conditions, your desired bloom time along with aesthetic preferences. Covering techniques like bulb lasagne planting for continuous blooms, choosing bulbs for different seasons and naturalising bulbs in lawns you will then move on to caring for your bulbs including watering, feeding and dealing with pests. 12 spaces available. £65 per person Refreshments included and all materials provided. This workshop will be taking place outside but undercover so please wear suitable clothing and shoes.

£65

Autumn Tree Walk with Monty Cholmeley

Easton Walled Gardens Easton, Grantham, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

Saturday 4th October 2025 9am £20 Join Monty Cholmeley, trained woodworker and arboriculturist at The Coffee Room for a welcome drink and pastries before embarking on an exclusive Autumn walk around Easton Park looking at the trees that grow there. This is a great time to look at established foliage and flowers, bark patterns and to enjoy the variety of trees that have been planted in the Gardens and Park over the last 300 years. Easton Park is not usually open to the public, so this is a unique opportunity to see the beautiful landscape which surrounds the Gardens. We are sorry but dogs are not allowed on the tour. Please note – Workshop tickets are non-refundable.

£20
Event Series Big Tree Climbing

Big Tree Climbing

Belton House Belton House, High Road, Belton, Grantham, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom

Using ropes and harnesses, ascend into the canopy of one of Belton Estate’s largest trees with The Great Big Tree Climbing Company, and enjoy an exhilarating adventure at new heights. During your climb, you will learn how to safely reach the top of the giant tree and take in the views of the parkland. You can hang out in the canopy or venture further out onto the branches if you're feeling brave, before returning safely to the ground. This activity is suitable for ages 6 to 100, and each session is run for up to 8 people, creating a unique and intimate experience.

£25
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