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Summer of play: Play through the ages

Join us during the Summer holidays for an activity packed trail across the site.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

This Summer holidays, discover different styles of play and see how they have developed and changed throughout history.

Complete the 10 stations around the property to learn how to use a whirligig or play a game of blind man's buff. Don't forget to visit the craft room to make your very own kite.

Discover the art of imaginative play by dressing up and acting out a scene in the house or attend one of the dance lessons and boogie your way through the ages!

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Suitable for children of all ages.

Meeting point

Collect your play map at visitor welcome.

Accessibility

Please contact East Riddlesden Hall for any additional access requests.

Contact info

East Riddlesden Hall

Upcoming events

Event

Traditional 16th century music 

Do you know a lute from a viol? Or a sackbut from a citole?

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on
27 Apr to 31 Aug 2025
at
12:00 to 14:00
+ 4 other dates or times
Event

Guided house tours 

Join the volunteers for a tour of East Riddlesden Hall.

Event summary

on
28 Apr to 21 Jul 2025
at
13:30 to 14:15
+ 6 other dates or times
Event

Conservation in action 

Join the Collections Team for a talk and demonstration.

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on
14 May to 19 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 12:00
+ 3 other dates or times
Event

Wedding Fair 

Join us in the Airedale Barn with our fantastic wedding suppliers.

Event summary

on
18 May 2025
at
12:00 to 15:00