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Calliope and Clio family trail

Join us as we start our journey exploring the nine Greek Muses, the ancient goddesses said to have inspired creativity in artists, poets and scholars.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Pick up a trail sheet from Visitor Reception to discover stories of the Muses Calliope, goddess of heroic poetry and chief of the Muses, and Clio, goddess of History. Follow the clues to find plants and animals from these stories hidden in Upton's paintings and woodland.

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

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The basics

Suitability

Children are welcome, supervised by parent/guardian

Meeting point

Pick up a trail from Visitor Reception as you enter the property.

What to bring and wear

Dress for the weather

Accessibility

The trail is all level-access

Contact info

Upton House and Gardens

Upcoming events

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Aesop's Fables Cheeky Creature Christmas Quest 

We invite children and their families to share the fun of Aesop's ancient and well-known fables, which we've re-imagined with a cheeky hint to Upton. Bring smiles to little faces when you join in with our special family quest.

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on
19 Dec to 24 Dec 2024
at
11:30 to 15:30
+ 5 other dates or times
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Aesop's Fables - Christmas at Upton House and Gardens 

Join us as we re-imagine Aesop's fables this Christmas. See the house decorated with enchanting displays of some of these ancient moral tales.

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on
19 Dec to 24 Dec 2024
at
11:30 to 15:30
+ 5 other dates or times
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New Year's Day guided walk 

Start your new year with a gentle guided walk around the Upton estate.

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on
1 Jan 2025
at
10:30 to 12:30
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Winter collection talks 

Expand your horizons this winter with our series of afternoon talks about the collection.

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on
21 Jan to 11 Feb 2025
at
14:00 to 15:00
+ 1 other date or time