Past Events

Discover the work of Claudia Carr who takes natural forms found during the course of day-to-day life and transforms them into otherworldly landscapes, with compositions that are both abstract and recognisable. The piece above takes a commonplace orange peel and transforms it into a centerpiece. The peel is instantly recognisable while the broader context of the picture adds a sense of mystery. See browseanddarby.com Working from direct observation of an orange peel still life, learn about oil painting on board using different types of brushwork to simplify…

Looking for something special to entertain your children? A family-friendly afternoon of dance which will weave a story to fabulous live music in the beautiful ballroom at Asthall Manor. Designed so that everyone young and old can join in together, we look forward to welcoming the whole family. Ticket prices: Standard: £8 Supporters: £10 Supported: £6 (or whatever you can afford) Find out more and book places on Eventbrite Drinks will be provided. If you can, please bring an afternoon…

This film tells the inspiring story of British farmers standing up against the industrial food system and transforming the way they produce food - to heal the soil, benefit our health and provide for local communities. To book please click here for our Kinema event booking page. The site is displayed in $ rather then £. Our tickets are the equivalent of £10 so $12.49. Doors open at 7 for drinks, with a 7.30 start. The film will finish at…

Looking for something special to entertain your children? A family-friendly afternoon which weaves dance and storytelling together, this is designed so that everyone, young or old, can join in. Live music will bring the beautiful Asthall Manor ballroom to life. We look forward to welcoming you and your family or friends. Ticket prices: Standard: £8 Supporters: £10 Supported: £6 (or whatever you can afford) Find out more and book places on Eventbrite Drinks will be provided. If you can, please…

This summer, we will be opening the garden, without any sculpture, from 13 June to 13 July, but on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays only (11 am until 5 pm.) That’s 15 days! And there will be some special events during that time. See our What's on page for details of birdsong walks, garden tours and guest events including a lunchtime concert and a conversation in the Ballroom between Caroline Lucas and Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall We also have a few non-bookable weekly events…

Join Owen Vaughan, Head gardener for a talk in the garden at 2pm every Saturday during our open month. Owen will be guiding you through this spectacular oasis he and Rosie have created. Owen’s talks are free but you do have to book a place and numbers are limited to 20. This ensures that those on the tour can ask questions and enjoy the immersive experience. We would ask that you consider an extra donation to one of our charities…

Peter Cowdrey, who led walks around the Asthall grounds during our on form exhibitions, will be back with more insight into the secret meanings and musicality of birdsong. If you're an early bird, try the Dawn Chorus! Walks are approximately one hour long and all proceeds will go to The Planet Birdsong Foundation. Friday 14 June 3.30 pm Friday 14 June 5 pm Friday 14 June 6.30 pm Saturday 15 June Dawn Chorus 04.00 am Saturday 15 June 10 am…

Come and join a family-friendly celebration of the wonderful River Windrush as it meanders through the water meadows of Asthall. Stalls and events on the riverside will include: An introduction to riverflies Water quality testing An introduction to flyfishing A clay workshop Poetry and storytelling This event is run in collaboration with the Burford Environmental Action Group (BEAGles), Cotswold Rivers Trust and Windrush Against Sewage Pollution. Price: This event is free and does not require booking. However donations are welcome…