May
9
10:00 am10:00
National Garden Scheme Charity Open Day
All entry proceeds today go to this incredible charity.
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May
25
to 2 Jun
May Half Term: The Troy Treasure Hunt (Incl Bank Holiday Monday 27th)
We love him, you love him, let’s hunt for him and all his possessions, forgetful old dog that he is!
Jun
1
5:00 pm17:00
Open Air Theatre - The Handlebards present 'The Comedy of Errors'
Performance starts: 5:00 Walled Garden opens for picnics: 4:00
Join The HandleBards at Riverhill for a bicycle-powered, laugh-out-loud production of Shakespeare’s ‘The Comedy of Errors’
Jun
5
to 30 Jun
Bloom in June
Celebrating the blooms of Riverhill, especially the incredible Allium and Peony borders in our Walled Garden.
Jun
5
to 30 Jun
Tiny Treasure Hunters
Aimed at our littlest guests. This is a lovely way to spark imaginations and keep little legs moving as you explore the Gardens together.
Jun
13
10:00 am10:00
National Garden Scheme Charity Open Day
We always have two days in our season when all our entrance takings are donated to the National Garden Scheme. Join us today and help to support an excellent cause whilst having an excellent day out!
Jun
22
to 23 Jun
Fern Festival
A new event for us, and a long overdue celebration of our incredible fern collection. Plus a chance to learn more about these fascinating and ancient plants.
Jul
13
7:00 pm19:00
Open Air Theatre - Changeling Theatre present 'Present Laughter' by Noel Coward
Present Laughter is a razor sharp and highly comic exploration of the ups and downs of fame brought up to date for the Instagram age.
Jul
20
to 1 Sep
Introducing: A Himalayan Summer - 6 weeks of Himalayan themed family fun!
This summer lets have an exotic staycation as we turn to the Himalayas for inspiration for our craft activities.
Jul
20
to 28 Jul
A Himalayan Summer: WEEK 1 - Prayer Flag Making (Nepal)
Make a string of flags to take home, plus an extra one to add to the Riverhill Collection, which we will be proudly displaying for the rest of the Summer.
Jul
31
to 4 Aug
A Himalayan Summer: WEEK 2 - Jinzo Clay Sculpture (Bhutan)
Jinzo, or clay sculpture, is one of the oldest crafts in Bhutan and has been practiced and passed down over the centuries. Design and make your own magical creature to watch over you.
Aug
7
to 11 Aug
A Himalayan Summer: WEEK 3 - Paper Plate Mandalas (India)
Mandala means ‘circle’ in the ancient Sanskrit language and is used to help create balance and harmony. It is also a meditative and relaxing process, so take your time.
Aug
14
to 18 Aug
A Himalayan Summer: WEEK 4 - Dream Catcher Weaving (Pakistan)
Symbolising oneness and said to protect the sleeper from bad dreams, enjoy using bamboo and wool to create one unique to you.
Aug
21
to 26 Aug
A Himalayan Summer: WEEK 5 - Shadow Puppets (China) Incl BH Monday
Make your own shadow puppet with paper fasteners and sticks and then lets put on a show!
Aug
28
to 1 Sep
A Himalayan Summer: WEEK 6 - Make Your Own Yeti
It is the last week of the hols and we couldn’t have a whole Himalayan summer without including this guy!
Sep
18
to 29 Sep
Create & Collaborate with Eden Valley Arts: The Year of the Glimmer
Eden Valley Artists return with a selling exhibition of new works and a refreshingly creative programme of workshops, a good time to try something new.
Oct
12
to 27 Oct
2024 Season Finale: Our Riverhill Pumpkin Festival
Wed - Sun
Our fabulous Pumpkin Festival returns. With BYO carving, Pumpkin Hunt around the Gardens, plus our gorgeous grotto, filled with carving inspiration and autumnal colours.
Apr
27
to 28 Apr
Earth Day Celebration Weekend
We will be learning to make little plant pots out of recycled newspaper and then planting a seed inside for you to take home and nurture.
Oct
14
to 29 Oct
The Amazing Riverhill Pumpkin Festival
Wed - Sun
Our fabulous Pumpkin Festival returns. With BYO carving, Pumpkin Hunt around the Gardens, plus our gorgeous grotto, filled with carving inspiration and autumnal colours.
Sep
6
to 17 Sep
Create & Collaborate with Eden Valley Arts
Building on the success of our 2022 exhibition with the Eden Valley Artists, this year they will be drawing inspiration from our magical Rock Garden.
See their programme of free, drop-in workshops, demonstrations and tours here
Aug
30
to 3 Sep
ENCHANTED SUMMER: Week 7 - Troy Treasure Hunt
The finale to our 7 weeks of Summer Fun…and we are finishing with a firm favourite. Help us find our forgetful dog, Troy, and all his scattered possessions.
Aug
23
to 28 Aug
ENCHANTED SUMMER: Week 6 - Spell Book Making (Incl BH Monday)
Week 6 and we are making miniature spell books, with cute little twig spines, perfect for recording potions & secrets.
Aug
16
to 20 Aug
ENCHANTED SUMMER: Week 5 - Potion Making
This week we are blending up some magical potions, using a dash of imagination and a fair bit of goblin wee and unicorn tears!
Aug
9
to 13 Aug
ENCHANTED SUMMER: Week 4 - Colourful Wax Resist Leaf Art
Join us in our Summer Activity Tent in the Old Orchard as we get creative with nature..
Jul
22
7:00 pm19:00
CANCELLED!!!!! Open Air Theatre - Changeling Theatre present 'A School for Scandal'
DUE TO THE WEATHER WE HAVE HAD TO CANCEL TONIGHT’S PERFORMANCE - Huge apologies. Full refunds have already been issued through Eventbrite, you do not need to do anything.
Jul
22
to 6 Aug
ENCHANTED SUMMER: Weeks 2 & 3 - The Great Riverhill Obstacle Course
Running for two weeks, because everyone loves it so much: Our brilliantly bonkers Obstacle Course.
Jul
12
to 21 Jul
ENCHANTED SUMMER: Week 1 - Enchanted Scavenger Hunt
Kicking off our 7 weeks of Summer at Riverhill…
Collect an egg box on arrival from the Ticket Office then find something for each compartment. The labels have an enchanted, magical theme to spark imaginations. Look out for goblin’s cloaks and fairy hats!
Image courtesy of: @countrylifewiththesmiths
Jun
14
10:00 am10:00
National Garden Scheme Charity Open Day
We always have two days in our season when all our entrance takings are donated to the National Garden Scheme. Join us today and help to support an excellent cause whilst having an excellent day out!
Jun
10
5:00 pm17:00
Open Air Theatre - The Handlebards present 'A Midsummer Night's Dream'
Performance starts: 5:00 Walled Garden opens for picnics: 4:00
Join The HandleBards at Riverhill for a bicycle-powered, laugh-out-loud production of Shakespeare’s ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’
Jun
7
to 30 Jun
Bloom in June
Celebrating the blooms of Riverhill, especially the incredible Allium and Peony borders in our Walled Garden.
Jun
7
to 30 Jun
Tiny Treasure Hunters
Aimed at our littlest guests. This is a lovely way to spark imaginations and keep little legs moving as you explore the Gardens together.
May
9
10:00 am10:00
National Garden Scheme Charity Open Day - TUESDAY
Join us for a bonus TUESDAY in the Gardens, all entry proceeds go to this incredible charity.
Oct
15
to 30 Oct
The Pumpkin Festival
Wed - Sun
Our fabulous Pumpkin Festival returns. With BYO carving, Pumpkin Hunt around the Gardens, plus our gorgeous grotto, filled with carving inspiration and autumnal colours.
Sep
14
to 18 Sep
Sketch in September - A week of creativity and calm: 2for1 entry offer on artists!
LET’S FILL THIS GARDEN WITH ARTISTS!
2for1 on all artists ! Use the code ARTIST22 when booking your Garden entry tickets (14 - 30th September )and get 1 free ticket for every full price ticket purchased.
And the best part is…ANYONE CAN BE AN ARTIST!
Aug
31
to 4 Sep
Summer Holiday Fun Week 7 - The Riverhill Obstacle Challenge (week 2)
Wed -Sun
Back by popular demand but with some new challenges this year! Let off some steam with our fun obstacle challenge and see if you can make the leaderboard.
Aug
24
to 29 Aug
Summer Holiday Fun Week 6 - The Riverhill Obstacle Challenge
Wed 24th - Bank Holiday Monday 29th August
Back by popular demand but with some new challenges this year! Let off some steam with our fun obstacle challenge and see if you can make the leaderboard.
Aug
17
to 21 Aug
Summer Holiday Fun Week 5 - Botanical Painting
Wed 17th - Sun 21st August
Join us as we tap in to our inner artist and use the plants of Riverhill as inspiration to paint.
Aug
10
to 14 Aug
Summer Holiday Fun Week 4 - Clay Leaves
Wed 10th - Sun 14th August
Collect leaves and natural objects from the gardens then imprint them into the clay to create a keepsake of your time at Riverhill.
Aug
3
to 7 Aug
Summer Holiday Fun Week 3 - Make a Mobile
Wed 3rd - Sun 7th August
We will be creating a lovely hanging mobile, using natural materials and little treasures.
Jul
27
to 31 Jul
Summer Holiday Fun Week 2 - Make your own Yeti
Wed 27th - Sun 31st July
Make your own little, soft yeti to take home. We will be sewing and sticking in the Summer activity tent this week.
Jul
23
7:30 pm19:30
Open Air Theatre - Changeling Theatre present 'The Importance of being Earnest'
Performance starts: 7:30 Walled Garden opens for picnics: 6:30
The ever popular Changeling Theatre return with Wilde’s best loved play; The Importance of being Earnest.
Jul
20
to 24 Jul
Summer Holiday Fun: Week 1 - Troy Treasure Hunt
Wednesday - Sunday 9-4
Back by popular demand! Hunt for Troy and his lost possessions in The Wood Garden and return to claim your special Troy sticker.
Jun
15
9:00 am09:00
National Garden Scheme Charity Open Day
Wednesday 15th 9:00 - 5:00
We always have two days in our season when all our entrance takings are donated to the National Garden Scheme. Join us today and help to support an excellent cause whilst having an excellent day out!
PLEASE BOOK YOUR SLOTS IN ADVANCE ONLINE AS NORMAL , click here
Jun
11
5:00 pm17:00
Open Air Theatre - The Handlebards present 'Twelfth Night'
Performance starts: 5:00 Walled Garden opens for picnics: 4:00
Join The HandleBards at Riverhill for a bicycle-powered, laugh-out-loud production of Shakespeare’s Twelfth Night.
Jun
8
to 24 Jun
Bloom in June
Celebrating the blooms of Riverhill, especially the incredible Allium and Peony borders in our Walled Garden.
May
28
to 5 Jun
May Half Term Fun - Jubilee Celebrations
Sat 28th May - Sun 5th June
Join us for a royal celebration of the Queen’s Jubilee. We encourage you to come dressed regally and we will be refunding entry for anyone who brings an actual corgi with them.
Come to our jubilee marquee to make your own corgi to promenade through the gardens, waving at your fellow Kings and Queens. Thoroughly silly stuff.
May
10
9:00 am09:00
National Garden Scheme Charity Open Day
Thursday 10th May 9:00 - 5:00
We always have two days in our season when all our entrance takings are donated to the National Garden Scheme. Join us today and help to support an excellent cause whilst having an excellent day out!
PLEASE BOOK YOUR SLOTS IN ADVANCE ONLINE AS NORMAL , click here