Events & Tours
Each year at Athelhampton we plan some special events and premium tours for you to enjoy..
We offer a great day out in Dorset, and if you are looking for things to do in Dorset, then why not consider one of our events, where we open Athelhampton to fabulous occasions, such as outdoor theatre, music or dance.
We also offer some exclusive tours for a handful of people, from 2 - 12 persons where you can find out more Athelhampton through its history, the people who lived here and see rooms and areas not usually seen by the public.
04SatDecDorset Food & Drink FairDetailsSold Out04 Dec, 10:00 – 16:00Athelhampton House, Athelhampton, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UK- 05SunDecDorset Food & Drink FairDetailsSold Out05 Dec, 10:00 – 16:00Athelhampton House, Athelhampton, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UK
12SunSepStars of THE ROYAL BALLET at AthelhamptonDetailsSold Out12 Sep, 16:00Athelhampton House, Athelhampton, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UKA weekend of live music and dance featuring stars of THE ROYAL BALLET performing on the beautiful grounds of Athelhampton House- 11SatSepStars of THE ROYAL BALLET at AthelhamptonDetailsSold Out11 Sep, 16:30Athelhampton House, Athelhampton, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UKA weekend of live music and dance featuring stars of THE ROYAL BALLET performing on the beautiful grounds of Athelhampton House
04SatSep21st Century AbbaDetailsSold Out04 Sep, 17:00 – 21:00Athelhampton House, Athelhampton, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UKThis is an evening of hit after hit with songs you know and love from Waterloo, Mamma Mia, Take a Chance on Me, Super Trouper to many, many more? 21st Century Abba faithfully recreates all the greatest hits of one of the world’s most famous group combining stunning vocals, live musicians, and glitte
25WedAugThe Great Gatsby25 Aug, 17:30 – 21:30Athelhampton House, Athelhampton, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UKAn outdoor theatre experience delivered by Heartbreak productions, in the gardens at Athelhampton on Wednesday 25th August. Gardens open 5.30 for picnicing, performance from 7.00pm
31SatJulAlice's Adventures in Wonderland - Outdoor Theatre31 Jul, 19:00 – 21:00Athelhampton House, Athelhampton, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UKTake a trip down the rabbit hole this summer as Chapterhouse Theatre Company present this brand new production of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland. Join Alice as she stumbles into the magical world of wonderland and meet a whole host of colourful characters.
21WedJulSummer Special Garden Tours21 Jul, 09:30 – 13:30Athelhampton House & Gardens, Athelhampton Rd, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UKJoin an exclusive tour with our Head Gardener, Nicky Brett, and the Estate Manager, Owen Davies. Hear about the latest plantings, as well as about the history of the garden’s construction by Inigo Thomas in the 1890s.
16FriJulThe Women of Athelhampton16 Jul, 09:30 – 13:30Athelhampton House & Gardens, Athelhampton Rd, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UKJoin an exclusive tour with the Estate Manager, Owen Davies. Discover the extraordinary women associated with Athelhampton from Tudor times to the modern day.- 14WedJulSummer Special Garden Tours14 Jul, 09:30 – 13:30Athelhampton House & Gardens, Athelhampton Rd, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UKJoin an exclusive tour with our Head Gardener, Nicky Brett, and the Estate Manager, Owen Davies. Hear about the latest plantings, as well as about the history of the garden’s construction by Inigo Thomas in the 1890s.
- 07WedJulSummer Special Garden Tours07 Jul, 09:30 – 13:30Athelhampton House & Gardens, Athelhampton Rd, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UKJoin an exclusive tour with our Head Gardener, Nicky Brett, and the Estate Manager, Owen Davies. Hear about the latest plantings, as well as about the history of the garden’s construction by Inigo Thomas in the 1890s.
- 02FriJulThe Women of AthelhamptonDetailsSold Out02 Jul, 09:30 – 13:30Athelhampton House & Gardens, Athelhampton Rd, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UKJoin an exclusive tour with the Estate Manager, Owen Davies. Discover the extraordinary women associated with Athelhampton from Tudor times to the modern day.
- 18FriJunThe Women of Athelhampton18 Jun, 09:30 – 13:30Athelhampton House & Gardens, Athelhampton Rd, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UKJoin an exclusive tour with the Estate Manager, Owen Davies. Discover the extraordinary women associated with Athelhampton from Tudor times to the modern day.
- 16WedJunSpring Special Garden Tours16 Jun, 09:30 – 13:30Athelhampton House & Gardens, Athelhampton Rd, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UKJoin an exclusive tour with our Head Gardener, Nicky Brett, and the Estate Manager, Owen Davies. Hear about the latest plantings, as well as about the history of the garden’s construction by Inigo Thomas in the 1890s.
- 09WedJunSpring Special Garden Tours09 Jun, 09:30 – 13:30Athelhampton House & Gardens, Athelhampton Rd, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UKJoin an exclusive tour with our Head Gardener, Nicky Brett, and the Estate Manager, Owen Davies. Hear about the latest plantings, as well as about the history of the garden’s construction by Inigo Thomas in the 1890s.
- 09FriJulThe Women of Athelhampton09 Jul, 09:30 – 13:30Athelhampton House & Gardens, Athelhampton Rd, Puddletown, Dorchester DT2 7LG, UKJoin an exclusive tour with the Estate Manager, Owen Davies. Discover the extraordinary women associated with Athelhampton from Tudor times to the modern day.