Summer Events – Family Nights, The Labyrinth Challenge & so much more!

This summer, Leonardslee Lakes & Gardens invites visitors of all ages to enjoy an unforgettable season of events, running from late June through to the end of September 2025. Highlights include the return of the 1000ft Labyrinth Challenge, Leonardslee Family Nights and a host of engaging activities and experiences. 

Featured summer events 

The Labyrinth Challenge | 22-25 August 2025 

The UK’s BIGGEST inflatable obstacle course is BACK! With over 34 unique obstacles spread across 5 exciting zones, the Labyrinth Challenge is a test of skill, stamina, and bravery. Whether you’re a thrill-seeker or a first timer, this 1000ft course will push your limits. 

Special features:  

• Quiet sessions with reduce sound and numbers 

• Mini course for those under 1.2m tall 

• Flexi tickets: change your ticket until 31 July 2025* 

• All-day passes for full-day adventure 

• Adult only evening slots 

*Ts & Cs apply 

Leonardslee Family Nights | 26 & 27 July 

Kick-start the summer holidays with live music with covers from George Ezra, Maroon 5 and more, circus workshops, singing and dancing with Music Mike, free taxi photobooth and delicious food to satisfy every taste bud. 

Family & Children’s Events

• Mini Labyrinth Challenge (22–25 Aug) 
  200ft themed inflatable obstacle course for kids under 1.2m – includes jungle, dinosaur and pyramid zones. 

• Little Nature Makers (Wednesdays from 2 Jul) 
  Outdoor creativity and nature-based activities for ages 1–5. 

• Little Crafters (16 Jul–10 Sept) 
  Hands-on craft activities designed for preschoolers. 

• Children’s Yoga (7 Aug) 
  Relaxing and energising yoga session for kids aged 5–11. 

• Kids First Aid Workshop (1 Aug) 
  A fun and engaging intro to lifesaving basics for ages 5–10. 

• Cupcake Decorating Workshop (2 Aug) 
  Decorate delicious cupcakes with colourful toppings – perfect family fun. 

• Jesmonite Workshop for Families (8 Aug) 
  Create colourful keepsakes using this creative casting technique. 

• Junior Brush Lettering (11 Aug) 
  Learn modern calligraphy basics in a fun, kid-friendly format (ages 7+). 

• Kids’ Wellness Workshop (14 Aug) 
  Explore emotions and mindfulness through guided art, movement and breathwork. 

• Model Boats on the Lake (Saturdays, 21 Jun–20 Sept) 
  See model boats on display in a charming lake setting. 

• Cars on Display (6 Jul) 
  A free car show featuring rare, vintage and quirky models on the grounds. 

Workshops & Creative Events 

• Botanical Illustration Workshop | 30 June 
  A hands-on art class to capture floral beauty with watercolour and pen. 

• Jesmonite Casting Workshop | (Multiple dates June–September) 
  Create colourful and tactile designs using this modern casting medium. 

• Floristry with Field Flowers | 4 July 
  Learn to build hand-tied bouquets with sustainably sourced blooms. 

• Calligraphy & Lettering | 19 July & 8 August 
  Discover the art of elegant modern script. 

• Cyanotype Printing | 13 July 
  Create botanical blueprints using a 19th-century photographic process. 

• Machine Embroidery | from 17 July 
  Explore creative techniques with free-motion embroidery. 

• Watercolour Painting, Lino & Gelli Printing | August–September 
  Explore a range of mediums in our artist-led sessions for beginners and hobbyists alike. 

Wellness & Outdoor Experiences 

• Forest Bathing | 21 June–20 Dec  
  Experience the Japanese art of ‘shinrin-yoku’ – slow, sensory walks through the Leonardslee Deer Park. 

Evening & Entertainment 

• Silent Disco | Every Saturday, 5 July–5 Sept 
  Family-friendly headphone discos with three music channels under the stars. 

• Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Fleetwood Mac | 27 June 
  Soak up iconic hits performed live by candlelight in the garden. 

• Candlelight Concert: Hans Zimmer & Ludovico Einaudi | 6 September 
  An atmospheric evening of cinematic compositions beneath the stars. 

• Wine & Dine Evenings | Fridays, 4 July–26 September 
  Michelin-starred seasonal dinners with estate-grown sparkling wines. 

• GUTS Motor Tour | 7 September 
  A classic car rally fundraiser supporting cancer research. 

• Open-Air Cinema: Bridget Jones & Wicked | 12–13 September 
  Enjoy film nights on the lawn with food, drinks and fairy lights.