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Blossom tunnels at Calke Abbey

Travel underground to the tunnels and take in a special display of blossom.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

There's no need to wait for nature this spring, step through the west door and take in this seasonal spectacle in full swing.

Create your own blossom poems and pose for a photo in front of the butterfly wings in the courtyard before making your way to the tunnels for the main event.

Admire projections of blossom found around the estate and soak up the sounds of spring as you walk beneath showers of petals.

Then venture around the Stableyards and Pleasure Grounds to enjoy blossom poetry written by Calke's volunteers.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

Buggies can be left outside the house.

Meeting point

The west door of the house.

Accessibility

The tunnels are an enclosed space with low light levels and uneven cobble stones. There are a few steps throughout the tunnels, with an additional 16 steps as you exit into the brewhouse. Here, you'll find a handrail on the left hand side.

Other

Only assistance dogs are welcome in the tunnels.

Upcoming events

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This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Calke Abbey on an Easter trail.

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on
22 Apr to 23 Apr 2025
at
10:00 to 16:30
+ 1 other date or time
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Nature's Home: Bird of the Month display at Calke Abbey 

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on
22 Apr to 2 Nov 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 194 other dates or times
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Dawn chorus walk at Calke Abbey 

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on
4 May 2025
at
04:30 to 07:30
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Twilight walk at Calke Abbey 

Discover the wonders of Calke's parkland after hours on an exclusive twilight walk.

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on
16 May 2025
at
19:30 to 22:00