Lute Recital

Sunday 7th May, 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm.

Our resident Lutenist, Nick Gravestock, will entertain guests in the Great Chamber with melodic tunes. Listen to music of times gone by on a replica 1583 lute and a renaissance guitar.

Nick will be dressed in period attire and happy to answer any questions on pieces and music of the time.

This is included in the normal admission price to the site.

Related Events

Prelude to Christmas Lute Concert
Friday 8th December, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A concert of songs, music and poems for the Winter season.
Christmas at the Manor
Sunday 10th December, 11:00 am - 3:30 pm

Discover how Christmas was celebrated in times gone by! The 1620s House & Garden will be beautifully dressed in Jacobean style decor. See how preparations were made to celebrate the full twelve days of Christmas by the Digby Family.

Join in with festive carols and a mummers play, talk to costumed volunteers about food and feasting, Christmas customs, keeping warm in winter in the days before central heating and all the jobs that had to be done to ensure the holy season ran smoothly.

What’s more, there’ll be festive crafts in the barn and a children’s trail to enjoy!

Normal Admission plus £2. No need to pre-book, just come along on the day.
Candlelit Carolling
Wednesday 13th December, 5:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Join us for an atmospheric evening house tour and partake in carols of old as we traverse through the traditionally decorated rooms.