What's on?

February 2026

Garden visitors can enjoy the first signs of spring this month as snowdrops emerge in the Woodland Garden and Lime Avenue.  The damp conditions and dappled shade are ideal for this much-loved wild flower – pick up our snowdrop leaflet in the Old Dairy Cafe.

Saturday 7th March 2026
Saturday 11th April 2026
Sunday 24th May 2026

10.30 – 15.00

Make your very own hiking or walking staff in this workshop run by Natural Pathways.

Materials and equipment will be provided and, following clear bushcraft instructions, you’ll create a personalised staff, stick or crook.

Suitable for adults and children aged 8 and above.

Wednesday 11th March 2026
10.00 – 16.00
£150

Published author Kathy Barnaby is leading this fun and inspiring writing retreat.  Boost your skills in a relaxed and supportive setting – no experience needed!

Price includes refreshment, lunch at the Old Dairy Cafe and entry to the gardens.  Just bring your favourite notebook!

Wednesday 18th March 2026
10.00 – 16.00
£150

Explore the art of mindful lettering and enjoy a calming day of creativity and focus.  Working at your own pace using dip pens and ink you will create your own personal and unique hand-lettered composition.

No experience necessary, the day includes refreshments, a delicious lunch at the Old Dairy Cafe and garden admission.

Saturday 28th March 2026
Sunday 17th May 2026

10.30 – 15.00

A day to awaken the senses!  Discover a deeper and richer experience of the natural environment during this workshop run by Natural Pathways.  Learn mindfulness skills which can easily be applied to your everyday life.  Connect with nature and restore your inner well-being in the beautiful surroundings of Goodnestone Park Gardens.

Wednesday 29th April 2026
10.00 – 16.00
£150

Renowned nature journalist Shilpa Agashe will guide you in creating a unique painted garden journal inspired by Goodnestone.   Relish the opportunity to develop your attention and to discover personal connections to the natural world.  Shilpa is passionate about sharing her skills and knowledge so expect to be inspired!

The day includes refreshments, lunch at the Old Dairy Cafe and admission to the gardens.

Wednesday 6th May 2026
10.00 – 16.00
£150

Capture the beauty of seasonal flowers in an inspiring day-long workshop run by JamJarEdit of south London.
After a personal tour of the walled garden you will learn the art of preparing and preserving the specimens you have chosen.  You will leave with your own flower press, a unique piece of artwork and renewed enthusiasm for creative exploration.  No experience needed.

The day will include refreshments, lunch at the Old Dairy and admission to the gardens.

9th and 10th May 2026
10.00 – 17.00
£125 including two course lunch each day

After last year’s successful jazz weekend we are thrilled to welcome Richard Rozze back to Goodnestone.

This is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your musical knowledge and to meet like-minded musicians.  Suitable for all instrumentalists and vocalists from intermediate to advanced.

Richard obtained a Masters Degree in Jazz from the Guildhall School of Music and Drama and has over 20 years experience of teaching and lecturing.

For more information please contact: richardrozze.music@gmail.com

Places are limited!

Wednesday 17th June 2026
10.00 – 16.00

This one day retreat is perfect for all levels and will give you the opportunity to properly unwind and connect with your inner self.   It will take place in the Coach House adjacent to the Old Dairy Cafe where a delicious lunch will be provided.  Bring a mat and enjoy a day of peace and rejuvenation!

Open to all aged 16+

Wednesday 24th June 2026
10.00 – 16.00
£150

Take inspiration from the beautiful surroundings at Goodnestone and spend the day creating a unique garden journal.  Botanical artist Lauren Lusk will guide you in the use of graphite and watercolours and help you develop and refine your skills.

The workshop includes materials, lunch at the Old Dairy Cafe and an exclusive tour of the stunning walled garden.

Wednesday 12th August 2026

Dot Productions are bringing their delightful version of this classic story to Goodnestone.  Don’t miss this family-friendly matinee performance of Dorothy’s epic adventures in the Land of Oz!

This is an outdoor production; please bring something to sit on, a torch and wear footwear suitable for this historic venue.  Picnics welcome, sorry only assistance dogs.

A link to purchase tickets will be available later in the year.

Wednesday 12th August 2026

Marriage, morality and social reputation are under the spotlight in Oscar Wilde’s witty and satirical play.  Expect comedy and melodrama in Dot Productions’ lively staging of this classic tale of love and scandal.

This is an outdoor production; please bring something to sit on, a torch and wear footwear suitable for this historic venue.  Picnics welcome, sorry only assistance dogs.

A link to purchase tickets will be available later in the year.

Wednesday 19th August 2026
19.00

We are delighted to see The Duke’s Theatre Company return to Goodnestone with a bold re-imagining of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedy.  With dynamic staging and original music the audience can revisit this classic tale of passion and peril in the stunning surroundings of Goodnestone Park.

This is an outdoor production; please bring something to sit on, a torch and wear footwear suitable for this historic venue.  Picnics welcome, sorry only assistance dogs.

A link to purchase tickets will be available later in the year.