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We shall be engaging in an aquatic safari as we delve into the ponds of the garden, revealing the mini-beast that swim, wriggle and skate below the surface.

Dipping with nets, we take a close look into the trays, counting the different animals we find and learning about their role in the pond and food-chain.

Miss Holiday & The Swingtones are a 5-piece Jump Jive & Swing band bringing to the stagethe very best classics of the 40’s & 50’s plus their vintage interpretations of modern songs! Fronted by Miss Holiday Swing, a well-known face on the Vintage Scene and sort aftervocalist, her mesmerising vocals will transport you straight back to the Old Hollywood Era. Just back from their packed-out performance at Rye International Jazz Festival, Miss Holiday& The Swingtones will entertain from start to finish with their vast repertoire appealing to allage groups and music tastes!

Funds raised from ticket sales for this music event will be donated to Dandelion Time. Dandelion Time is a local nature-based charity that gives early support to children who have suffered from traumatic experiences such as domestic abuse and neglect. We help them overcome their emotional and behavioural issues to build self-esteem and confidence, and cope better at home, at school and in life.

Bring along picnics from 6pm, ready for a 7pm performance.

Returning favourites, The Metro Vipers, are the trio that packs a punch, playing a mix of gypsy jazz, swing and latin, with some rock 'n roll thrown in for good measure!

Bring along picnics from 6pm, ready for a 7pm performance.

Tuesday 27th May 2025

Workshop 1: 11:00 - 12:45

Workshop 2: 14:00 - 15:45

Working with artist Gemma Gottelier, you will explore Godinton's wonderful plants and wildlife and create a colourful suncatcher using nature's treasures to hang in your window and catch the lovely early summer sunlight.

Come on an exploration to see what’s growing & living at Godinton. We’ll take a stroll through the gardens, using our senses to smell plants, spot & listen for animals, make drawings of our discoveries, and seek out nature’s gems to inspire our creations! You’ll make a delicate suncatcher inspired by Godinton wildlife to enjoy at home, adding petals or leaves from plants & flowers. And while your suncatchers catch the sun, if you like listening to stories, we’ll end the session with a wildlife tale.

Garden opening times are 12:30pm - 5:30pm and ticket prices include entry to the gardens on this day.

The workshop is suitable for adults and children over 5 years old. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults may be required to assist younger children with some parts of the making process.