Hardwick in May

Event

2nd May 2026

May Day Storytelling with Storyfolk at Hardwick

Celebrate May Day by listening to seasonal stories and songs of May Day, spring, and blossom.



About

2nd May 2026 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Enjoy an enchanting afternoon of storytelling in the Orchards of Hardwick. Celebrate May Day and listen to the seasonal stories and songs of May Day, spring and blossom. The length of the performance is 1 hour and will take place in the storytelling tent in the orchards at 2pm-3pm and at 3.30pm-4.30pm.

Tickets cost £5. Booking details: Call 0344 249 1895 or book online to secure your place.

Further details can be found on the National Trust website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hardwick Suitability: Children over 5 welcome

Meeting point: Please meet by the storytelling tent in the Fruiting Orchard. The team at Visitor Reception will be able to direct you.

What to bring and wear: Please dress for the great British weather as this event takes place in the storytelling tent in the garden.

Accessibility: This event will take place in a tent in the garden, there will be a mixture of bean bags, benches and deck chairs as seating. We cannot guarantee seating for everyone. Accessible parking is located to the front of the car park and facilities are available in the Stableyard.

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