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Illyria presents the Wind in the Willows

Join us for Illyria's performance of a timeless tale, for another magical night of outdoor theatre for all the family.

  • Booking essential

Mole yearns to explore the wide world. Gruff old Badger enjoys peace and quiet. And Rat likes picnics and just messing about in boats. Their idyllic lives on the Riverbank are turned upside down when Toad, bewitched by the roar of an engine and the screech of burning tyres, pursues his latest in a long line of extravagant obsessions: a fast, red motor-car. Multiple award-winning Illyria celebrates Kenneth Grahame’s timeless tale of friendship, laughter, the longing for home and the lure of adventure.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

Ticket typeTicket category
Adult £20.00
Child under 5s free£0.00
Child £12.00
Concession NUS student£12.00
All Family - 1 Adult and up to 3 Children£44.00
All Family - 2 Adults and 2 Children£56.00

The basics

Booking details

Call 0344 249 1895

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

Enter the Abbey grounds through visitor reception on Lacock High Street. The performance area is a 5-10 minute walk from the gate. Park in the National Trust car park on Hither Way.

What to bring and wear

Please bring low-backed seating or rugs, warm clothes and a picnic. There is no shelter if wet. Sorry, no BBQs, gazebos or large garden parasols.

Accessibility

Performance area accessible - level paths, lightly gravelled. Sorry, no induction loop or BSL interpretation. Phone for more details about blue badge parking.

Other

The gates open at 5.20pm, last entry is 6.15pm. It takes about 5 mins to walk down the drive so please leave plenty of time to get settled before the show. Finishing time is approximate. Performance continues in all but the very worst of weathers. Sorry, no discount for OAP, groups or National Trust members.

Upcoming events

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Spring Flower Count 

Spot the signs of spring as Lacock blooms into life for the new season.

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on
21 Feb to 31 Mar 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 38 other dates or times
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February Half Term at Lacock Abbey 

Get your wellies on and spot the early signs of spring at Lacock.

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on
21 Feb to 23 Feb 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 2 other dates or times
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Easter Adventures at Lacock Abbey 

Have an Easter adventure at Lacock with fun for all the family. Explore the gardens, complete the activities and claim your chocolate egg.

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on
5 Apr to 21 Apr 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 16 other dates or times
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Summer of Play 

Join a festival of fun in the parkland, transformed into a play hub for the summer holidays.

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on
26 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 17:00
+ 36 other dates or times