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Ben Plants a Butterfly Garden | Storybook Trail

Join Shugborough's storybook trail created in partnership with Nosy Crow

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Join beloved Kate Petty and Axel Scheffler character Ben, on his journey to grow a butterfly garden. Along with his friends Lady Bird and Worm as they learn about growing plants and encouraging butterflies.

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

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The basics

Suitability

Family Friendly

Meeting point

This trail takes place around the Walled Garden and Park Farm.

What to bring and wear

Please dress appropriately for the weather.

Accessibility

This trail takes place across step free paths.

Upcoming events

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Head Gardener | Walk and Talk 

Join Shugborough's Head Gardener on a walking talk of the Walled Garden.

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on
8 Apr to 4 Nov 2025
at
14:00 to 15:00
+ 7 other dates or times
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Easter Egg Hunt at Shugborough Estate 

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

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on
12 Apr to 27 Apr 2025
at
09:00 to 17:00
+ 15 other dates or times
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Lambing Talks with Shugborough Estates Lambing Team 

Our team of experts will be on-hand throughout the Easter holidays to share their knowledge with daily lambing talks to help you learn all about the new arrivals.

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on
12 Apr to 27 Apr 2025
at
14:00 to 14:30
+ 15 other dates or times
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Chick Handling at Shugborough Estate | Quiet Sessions 

Join our farming team in the hatchery for a hands on experience getting to know the new arrivals and learning about how to take care of them.

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on
14 Apr to 25 Apr 2025
at
11:00 to 11:30
+ 1 other date or time