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Spring Festival at Petworth

Published:
24 January 2025
The rotunda with yellow daffodils in the foreground in Petworth's pleasure garden.
The rotunda and daffodils in the park at Petworth House | © National Trust Images/John Miller

Join us from 5 - 27 April for our annual Spring Festival at Petworth House, where we celebrate the arrival of a new season with spectacular bulb displays, talks, workshops, family activities and more. Normal admission applies

Makers Market

A two-day Makers Market will kick things off, held in partnership with Petworth Pop-Up, where visitors can find high quality artisan gifts and a range of beautiful handmade products including jewellery, homeware, textiles and art. Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 April, 10am - 5pm.

Talks and demonstrations

From 22 – 27 April gardening enthusiasts will be treated to a series of talks and demonstrations from specialist speakers in the garden theatre marquee.

Speakers will include Gardeners’ World presenter Adam Frost, Head Gardener of Knepp Charlie Harpur, authors Vanessa Berridge and Rebecca Bevan, daffodil judge and exhibitor Richard Hilson and local National Trust gardeners. The talks are free to attend, no booking required.

Family activities

From Saturday 5 - Monday 21 April families can pick up a free 'Ben Plants a Butterfly Garden' trail map to follow the buggy-friendly paths of the Pleasure Garden and discover fun games and activities along the way.

Daffodils carpeting the park at Petworth House
Daffodils carpeting the park at Petworth House | © John Miller

Creative workshops

Have a go at a heritage craft with our selection of hands-on workshops, which will include botanical drawing, Indian block printing, and willow basket and bird feeder weaving, all at a gentle pace in a relaxing and friendly environment. All materials will be provided.

Community art installation

Our local community and volunteers have been busy hand-crafting bluebells to create a marvellous display in the Exhibition Room. There will also be an opportunity to create your own bluebell to add to this display.

Spring Flowers

If that's not enough, the Pleasure Garden will be carpeted in radiant spring flowers. Pick up a free leaflet from reception to discover the many varieties at Petworth, and where they can be found.

Spring Festival event details

Become a National Trust member

With so many events and activities taking place, spring is a great time for gardening enthusiasts to consider National Trust membership, which will enable you to attend all our talks and visit other National Trust gardens throughout the year. Please see our Membership page or call 0344 800 1895.