Events at Audley End House and Gardens

Members' Event

Wed 22 May 2013
Enjoy a special tour with the Curator of Audley End House focusing on the two 18th century beds created for Sir John Griffin. See the surviving original textiles, hear stories of Sir John and what these fascinating survivals tell us about him.

Sun 26 & Mon 27 May 2013 (bank holiday)
Monks, Monarchs and Munitions! Discover the incredible history of Audley End House and Gardens when we bring history to life with camp life, music and dance, plus fun family activities!

Tue 28 - Fri 31 May 2013
Join us for a range of Victorian games and displays. We take a look at how children would have lived in the 19th-century at Audley End House and how toys have evolved from the Roman period to the modern day.

Sat 1 & Sun 2 Jun 2013
Come and see the Service Wing and Stables brought to life by costumed characters at Audley End. See how the estate springs to life at this time of year and learn some seasonal recipes from Mrs Crocombe in the kitchens.

Sat 8 & Sun 9 Jun 2013
Come and see the Service Wing and Stables brought to life by costumed characters at Audley End. See how the estate springs to life at this time of year and learn some seasonal recipes from Mrs Crocombe in the kitchens.

Sat 15 & Sun 16 Jun 2013
Come and see the Service Wing and Stables brought to life by costumed characters at Audley End. See how the estate springs to life at this time of year and learn some seasonal recipes from Mrs Crocombe in the kitchens.

Sun 16 Jun 2013
This Father's Day, treat Dad to a special day out at Audley End, where a beautiful collection of classic cars will be on display. You could also treat him to lunch or an afternoon tea in the cafe!

Sat 22 & Sun 23 Jun 2013
Come and see the Service Wing and Stables brought to life by costumed characters at Audley End. See how the estate springs to life at this time of year and learn some seasonal recipes from Mrs Crocombe in the kitchens.

Sat 29 & Sun 30 Jun 2013
Come and see the Service Wing and Stables brought to life by costumed characters at Audley End. See how the estate springs to life at this time of year and learn some seasonal recipes from Mrs Crocombe in the kitchens.

Sat 6 & Sun 7 Jul 2013
Come and see the Service Wing and Stables brought to life by costumed characters at Audley End. See how the estate springs to life at this time of year and learn some seasonal recipes from Mrs Crocombe in the kitchens.

Sat 13 & Sun 14 Jul 2013
Come and see the Service Wing and Stables brought to life by costumed characters at Audley End. See how the estate springs to life at this time of year and learn some seasonal recipes from Mrs Crocombe in the kitchens.

Sat 20 & Sun 21 Jul 2013
Come and see the Service Wing and Stables brought to life by costumed characters at Audley End. See how the estate springs to life at this time of year and learn some seasonal recipes from Mrs Crocombe in the kitchens.

Mon 22 - Fri 26 Jul 2013
Air raids, rationing, evacuation - how would you have fared during WWII? Find out what life was really like during the 1940s, and learn about Audley End's role during the war as Station 43, then take part in the children's drill and obstacle course.

Sat 27 & Sun 28 Jul 2013
Come and see the Service Wing and Stables brought to life by costumed characters at Audley End. See how the estate springs to life at this time of year and learn some seasonal recipes from Mrs Crocombe in the kitchens.

Mon 29 Jul - Fri 2 Aug 2013
Let the kids get stuck into history by taking part in a range of regal activities and hear about some of England's most notorious monarchs! Learn about the important royal links to the House in our fun Royal trail hidden around the grounds!

Sat 3 & Sun 4 Aug 2013
Come and see the Service Wing and Stables brought to life by costumed characters at Audley End. See how the estate springs to life at this time of year and learn some seasonal recipes from Mrs Crocombe in the kitchens.

Mon 5 - Fri 9 Aug 2013
Grab a magnifying glass and join our Victorian explorer for a hunt through the gardens to find a mass of fascinating minibeasts. How many mini creatures hang out in the Parterre, the kitchen garden and even around the river?

Sat 10 & Sun 11 Aug 2013
Come and see the Service Wing and Stables brought to life by costumed characters at Audley End. See how the estate springs to life at this time of year and learn some seasonal recipes from Mrs Crocombe in the kitchens.

Mon 12 - Fri 16 Aug 2013
Experience a range of Victorian games and pastimes as we take a look at how children would have lived in the 19th Century at Audley End House and how toys were very different to what you might have today!

Sat 17 & Sun 18 Aug 2013
Come and see the Service Wing and Stables brought to life by costumed characters at Audley End. See how the estate runs during the Summer and learn some seasonal recipes from Mrs Crocombe in the kitchens.

Mon 19 - Fri 23 Aug 2013
Join Hueristics as they show you the equipment the agents used during WWII and how they used to hide and disguise objects of high importance! Why not test your orienteering and investigative skills in our trail hidden around the grounds and win a prize!

Sun 25 & Mon 26 Aug 2013 (bank holiday)
Visit Audley End House aka Station 43 this weekend and be transported back to the time of WWII. Join our troops as they train for battle, learn more about Audley End's secret wartime history and witness an explosive display!

Sat 31 Aug & Sun 1 Sep 2013
Come and see the Service Wing and Stables brought to life by costumed characters at Audley End. See how the estate springs to life at this time of year and learn some seasonal recipes from Mrs Crocombe in the kitchens.