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This September, the world’s largest philosophy and music festival comes to the historic grounds of Kenwood House. HowTheLightGetsIn brings together over 200 visionary speakers and performers across eight vibrant stages for a weekend of debate, discovery and cultural celebration. 

Join us on 20 – 21 September 2025 to explore today’s most urgent questions through thought-provoking talks, lively discussions and unforgettable performances, all in one of London’s most iconic settings. View the full speaker line up.

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Howthelightgetsin At Kenwood

ABBA by Moonlight’s faithful recreation of ABBA’s signature harmonies and iconic looks makes for one electrifying live performance. Expect to hear all of ABBA’s greatest hits, including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Waterloo and many more! Decked out in full disco costume, ABBA by Moonlight combines stunning vocals, talented live musicians, and a uniquely beautiful outdoor setting to make one unforgettable concert.

Come along with family and friends, picnic in picturesque surroundings before grabbing your dancing shoes and get ready for the party of a lifetime at Walmer Castle and Gardens.

About Music by Moonlight:

Founded by experienced outdoor event organisers Chapterhouse Theatre Company and now in their fifth year of touring, Music by Moonlight brings the songs you know and love to life in some of the UK and Ireland’s most beautiful outdoor venues including castles, gardens, and heritage sites. Featuring talented tribute bands specially chosen not just for their outstanding musical ability and showmanship but also their remarkable resemblances to the original artists, Music by Moonlight open-air concerts are a “Family friendly funfest” (The Times) and the perfect way to spend a summer evening.

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Calling all young squires and brave maidens!

Are you ready to become a knight of Goodrich? This summer Goodrich Castle is set to transform into a Knights' training ground. Join us every day from 19th July – 31st August for family-friendly medieval games and challenges designed to test your courage, skill and aim.

Take on the royal games including, egg and spoon races, castle skittles and the queens quoit challenge.

This event is included in your admission ticket to Goodrich Castle.

Knights' Training Ground At Goodrich Castle

It’s all fun and games at Whitby Abbey this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into.

Immerse yourself in the spooky world of Dracula at Whitby Abbey! Enjoy performer-led Dracula plays every Saturday to Tuesday, bringing the iconic story to life. Take part in The Count's Treasure Hunt around the Abbey everyday of the school holidays.

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Summer Of Fun And Games At Whitby Abbey

It’s all fun and games at Battle Abbey this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From soft play and mini golf to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.

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Summer Fun And Games At Battle Abbey

It’s all fun and games at Brodsworth Hall this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into.

Step into nature this summer and learn Woodland Skills every day with our expert ranger! Get hands-on with mud kitchens, den building, nature art, and fire-starting, perfect for little explorers.

Don’t miss our special events:

5th-7th August: Falconry – Watch magnificent birds of prey in action.

19th-21st August: Fairy Hunters – Can you explore Brodsworth Hall and uncover the hidden fairies around the grounds?

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Summer Of Fun And Games At Brodsworth Hall

It’s all fun and games at Dover Castle this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From soft play and mini golf to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.

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Summer Fun & Games At Dover Castle

It’s all fun and games at Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into.

Take on a series of fun and quirky challenges, with a brand-new themed adventure every weekend. Join the Beast Explorers Club, go on an Ugly Bug Safari, hunt for fairies, or step back in time to the age of the dinosaurs!

Don’t miss our Dinosaur Weekend on 26th-27th July, where you can dig for dinosaur bones, take part in a Time Team-style excavation, and get an introduction to paleontology. Plus, meet a Victorian paleontologist who has discovered a mysterious egg… could it be a baby dinosaur?

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Summer Of Fun And Games At Belsay Hall

It’s all fun and games at Osborne this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From soft play and mini golf to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.

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Summer Fun & Games At Osborne

It’s all fun and games at Audley End House and Gardens this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From soft play and mini golf to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.

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Summer Of Fun And Games At Audley End House And Gardens

It’s all fun and games at Wrest Park this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From soft play and mini golf to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.

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Summer Of Fun And Games At Wrest Park

It’s all fun and games at Framlingham Castle this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From soft play and mini golf to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.

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Summe Of Fun And Games At Framlingham Castle

It’s all fun and games at Eltham Palace and Gardens this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From soft play and mini golf to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.

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Summer Of Fun And Games At Eltham Palace And Gardens

It’s all fun and games at Bolsover Castle this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From sword school to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.

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Summer Of Fun And Games At Bolsover Castle

It’s all fun and games at Carisbrooke Castle this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From soft play and mini golf to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.

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Summer Fun & Games At Carisbrooke Castle

It’s all fun and games at Scarborough Castle this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From circus skills to dinosaur quests and fairy hunts, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.

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Summer Of Fun And Games At Scarborough Castle

It’s all fun and games at Pendennis Castle this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From soft play and mini golf to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.

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Summer Fun & Games At Pendennis Castle

Experience the power and glamour of John Singer Sargent’s portraits in Kenwood's new exhibition; Heiress: Sargent’s American Portraits.

Heiress: Sargent’s American Portraits will reveal the real stories behind the fascinating American women who crossed the Atlantic to marry British aristocrats in an exchange of money for titles. These women include a war-time nurse and the first sitting female MP.

Sargent was one of the most sought-after artists of the Gilded Age and was ‘the artist’ to depict these intriguing women. On the centenary of his death, the exhibition will be a salute to John Singer Sargent (1856-1925), the most admired and sought-after portraitist of the Gilded Age on both sides of the Atlantic. These portraits represent some of his most glamorous and powerful works. In addition to full-length oil paintings, masterful charcoal portraits will also feature, depicting their subjects in a candid and perceptive light.

Heiress: Sargent’s American Portraits is curated by English Heritage with the charity drawing upon the expertise of Richard Ormond CBE. The renowned Sargent scholar and the artist’s great-nephew is the exhibition’s consultant.

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It’s all fun and games at Stonehenge this summer. We’ve partnered with TV’s Taskmaster to set you silly challenges as you explore. Collect your Taskmaster score card and complete your tasks. There might be a rubber duck or two to spot on the way too. When you reach the finishing zone, celebrate your silliness with some selfie shots, and collect a little reward for all your hard work.

Please note: Alex and the Taskmaster team sadly won’t be doing the tasks with you … which does mean you’re in charge. Questionable. But exciting.

Plus, bring your budding archaeologists to take part in the Kids’ Dig event, and excavate ancient artefacts from our special Stonehenge sandboxes.

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Come Play Ft. Tv’S Taskmaster At Stonehenge

It’s all fun and games at Walmer Castle this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From soft play and mini golf to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.

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Summer Fun & Games At Walmer Castle

It’s all fun and games at Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From soft play and mini golf to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.

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Summer Of Fun And Games At Kenilworth Castle

It’s all fun and games at Beeston Castle and Woodland Park this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into. From soft play and mini golf to archery and den building, there’s all sorts of fun to be had all through the school holidays.

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Summer Of Fun And Games At Beeston Castle And Woodland Park

Bring your budding archaeologists to try their hand at unearthing the past in our special Stonehenge sandboxes. Artefacts from across the centuries are ready to be excavated, giving children the chance to learn more about the history of Stonehenge through the things that have been left behind.

Please note that this experience is first come first served, and due to capacity, queues may form. Time within the experience will be restricted, but you are welcome to come back and have multiple turns throughout the day.

Families will also enjoy exploring the Neolithic houses to find out how the builders of Stonehenge would have lived and having a go at our fun photo challenges in front of the stones.

Kids' Dig

Step back in time to 1575 for a garden tea party fit for a Queen. Join us after-hours for a celebration of the 450-year anniversary of Queen Elizabeth I's visit to Kenilworth Castle with a glass of prosecco and cream tea. Take a turn around the garden with the castle's garden supervisor, Phillip Corrall, as he describes how the garden was beautifully recreated from the plans drawn up for the queen's visit.

This event is graded as moderate access as it will involve a walking tour with limited places to rest, and some stairs and uneven terrain. This event takes place outside, so please wear suitable footwear and dress appropriately for the weather.

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English Heritage

English Heritage cares for over 400 historic buildings, monuments and sites - from world-famous prehistoric sites to grand medieval castles, from Roman forts on the edges of the empire to a Cold War bunker. 

Through these, we bring the story of England to life for over 10 million people each year. 

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