UPCOMING EVENTS
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Summer Fun at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens
A summer of adventure at Leonardslee, filled with creativity, outdoor fun and family moments. From live entertainment to hands-on activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this school holiday.
Little Crafters: Crafts for Pre-schoolers
Let your little ones get stuck into this fun and creative crafting session with Kirsty from Make, Do & Trend.
Children’s Summer T-shirt Decorating: For Ages 5+
Join Kirsty from Make, Do & Trend for a fun-filled Children’s Summer T-shirt Decorating Workshop. Perfect for ages 5+, this hands-on session lets kids design their own washable summer T-shirt using stencils and fabric pens, so they can enjoy their creation long after the day ends.
Free Summer Family Fun
Make summer holidays magical with FREE family activities every Wednesday in August at Leonardslee Gardens. Included with garden admission and free for members.
Little Lifesavers: Kids' First Aid Class for Ages 5–10
Whether you are a parent, childcarer or industry professional, Daisy First Aid provides multi award winning first aid courses to suit your needs.
Model Boats on the Lake
Model Radio Control Boats and Yachts Display: see the Schooner Radio Control Group on the Lakes at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens this summer!
Family Silent Disco
Dance, sing and celebrate together at Leonardslee’s Family Silent Disco with Silent DJs, a fun-filled daytime experience featuring wireless headphones, live DJs and feel-good music for all ages.
Children’s Mini Summer Gardens: For Children age 5+
Come along and create your own mini summer garden to keep at home!
Leonardslee Family Lates
Enjoy a summer evening at Leonardslee with live music, street food, Sussex sparkling wine and beautiful gardens.
Summer Open-air Cinema
Three nights of open-air cinema on Leonardslee House Lawn featuring iconic films, live music and food & drink under the stars.
Halloween at Leonardslee: The Potion Master’s Quest
Step into The Potion Master's Quest, a magical Halloween trail. Solve riddles, tackle fun obstacles, uncover hidden clues and earn your Potion Master title in this spellbinding family adventure.
Family Spooky Silent Disco
Celebrate Halloween at Leonardslee with our Family Spooky Silent Disco. An evening of music, dancing, fancy dress and good family fun.
Christmas Wreath Workshops
As we countdown the days till Christmas, we invite you to enjoy a day of festive cheer whilst learning to craft your own seasonal wreath.
Labyrinth Challenge & Toddler Zone
1000ft inflatable outdoor adventure & Toddler Zone: The ultimate experience during summer holidays.
Worthing Silver Band at Leonardslee
Join the Worthing Silver Band in their captivating performance on a summer’s afternoon at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens.
The Lord Chamberlain’s Men: Shakespeare’s Othello
Experience Othello in authentic open air style this summer as The Lord Chamberlain’s Men bring one of William Shakespeare’s most captivating and thrilling tragedies to life with an all male cast, Elizabethan costume, music and dance, performed as Shakespeare first saw it.
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Guided Tree Walks
Immerse yourself into the wonderful world of trees with a guided tour of our finest, oldest, rarest, largest and more interesting specimen trees in our Grade I listed estate, rich in character and history.
Children’s Spring Tote Bag Workshop
Join us to create your very own Spring themed tote bag using a variety of different stencils and fabric pens.
MG Car Club South East Centre: South East Run 2026
Come and see the MG Car Club South East Centre, as they embark on their South East Run 26.
Rhododendron Celebration
Each spring, our gardens burst into life, showcasing one of the UK’s most expansive collections, with over 300 species and hybrids of rhododendrons. Some of these remarkable plants remain unnamed and undiscovered, forming part of our horticultural team’s ongoing mission to restore and preserve our Grade I listed woodland gardens.
The Sunbeam Pioneer Run
Come and see the Sunbeam Pioneer Run 2023, as they embark on their 83rd run. View these veteran motorcycles at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens.
Easter at Leonardslee
Join the Garden Explorer Challenge at Leonardslee this Easter. A fun family trail with clues, stickers, an obstacle course and an Easter prize.
Mother's Day at Leonardslee
Explore our awakening gardens at this magical time of year with your mum this Mother’s Day.
Leonardslee Comedy Club: Bring Your Baby
A baby-friendly comedy show created for new parents, guardians and caregivers.
Expect hilarious stand-up from top comedians: the same edgy, grown-up comedy you love, but in a relaxed daytime setting where your baby is totally welcome.
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Children’s Cooking Skills Classes with Prept. Foundation
Join us for a fun-filled event where kids get to learn cooking skills with the Prept at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens!
February Half Term Fun
There’s no better place to be over February half-term than at Leonardslee. From exploring our woodlands. There’s plenty to keep everyone entertained.
Come and explore with your kids. Adventure, excitement and playfulness await.
Winter Welly Walk
Pull on your wellies and stomp through the gardens on an adventurous walk to discover Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens this winter!
Children’s Valentines Wreath Workshop
Children can create their very own heart shaped wreath using a variety of different materials with Kirsty from Make, Do & Trend.
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Leonardslee Lights
This winter Leonardslee Lights returns with a dazzling new route and expanded cast of light, sound and spectacle.
Little Nature Makers: Crafts for 12 month – 5 year olds
Let your little ones get creative with Julie from Nature Makers at Leonardslee!
Autumn Fungi Walks
Join us for a foray through the woodland gardens on the hunt for marvellous mushrooms.
Leonardslee Haunted Gardens
This October half term, explore Leonardslee’s Haunted Gardens. Follow spooky trail, enjoy family-friendly activities for all ages, and help “bring the light back to life” in the gardens.
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Labyrinth Challenge
1000ft inflatable outdoor adventure & mini-inflatable course: The ultimate experience during summer holidays.
Children’s Yoga: For Children Ages 5-11 years old
Join us for a magical experience where children can explore yoga surrounded by the serene beauty of the gardens.
Leonardslee Family Nights
Join us for our family friendly extension of our sell-out event Leonardslee Lates this summer.
Cars on Display
Visit Leonardslee and see a selection cars on display outside Leonardslee House, brought to you by TradizioneEvents.
Parent Class: Baby & Child First Aid
Discover the life-saving skills you need in our exciting, hands-on first aid courses, designed for everyone.
Lumos Live: A Coldplay & Fleetwood Mac Candlelight Experience | SOLD OUT
Join us for an enchanting evening as a string trio brings the timeless sounds of Coldplay and Fleetwood Mac to life, all set against the stunning backdrop of Leonardslee Gardens.
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National Children’s Gardening Week
Get into gardening for National Children’s Garden Week at Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens this spring year. Plant your own sunflower or runner bean! Visit Leonardslee today!
Nature Makers: Children’s Miniature Gardens and Fairy Folk
Join Julie from Nature Makers, and plant your own enchanted miniature garden and use wooden pegs and recycled materials to make fairy folk.
Little Nature Makers Easter Specials: How does your garden grow?
Join your child for fun and creative arts with Julie from Nature Makers. Plant giant sunflower seeds and make seed balls and goofy grassheads! Perfect for 12 months - 4 year olds
Funky Fungi Halloween Pumpkin Trail
Discover the magical world of fungi this Halloween! Join our spooky trail, meet the Fungi Forager, and enjoy fun activities, crafts, and puppet shows. Perfect for children of all ages.
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