Each year the Castle hosts an exciting programme of events that offers something for all tastes. Castle State Room events include live music, creative fairs and evening performances. Whereas outdoor highlights include open air theatre suitable for families, plus big band jazz and swing concerts for all on the lawns.
Date: 15/08/2022
10.00am to 3.00pm
On this day only, you can buy a
family ticket for £5 instead of £15
and get exploring! Booking not necessary.
Date: 14/08/2022
5:30pm
Running time: 2 hours + interval
Theatre Company: Heartbreak Productions
“Awful Auntie” – by the UK’s most loved children’s writer – David Walliams.
The play presented by Heartbreak production tells the story of Stella Saxby, who is tormented by her awful Aunt Alberta and her giant owl. The dastardly duo will stop at nothing to take her inheritance from her. This performance takes place on the Castle lawns, so bring a picnic and something to sit on.
Age suitability: 7+
Date: 28/08/2022
5:00pm
Running time: 2 hours + interval
Theatre Company: Quantum Theatre
Quantum Theatre are coming to Highcliffe Castle once again with their brilliant take on the tale of Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny. This performance takes place on the Castle lawns, so bring a picnic and something to sit on.
Age suitability: 0-100!
Date: 04/09/2022
1.00pm
Running time: 3 hours + interval
Swing Unlimited Big Band
The South Coast’s foremost big band will be returning to the Castle lawns with their mix of swing, jazz and contemporary music.
Bring a picnic and something to sit on. There is no entry fee but donations will be collected on the day.
Age suitability: All ages
Date: 15/09/2022
7:00pm
Running time: 2 hours + interval
Theatre Company: Three Inch Fools
Five actors, with all manner of musical instruments, present an inventive take on Shakespeare’s rib-tickling good comedy of old-fashioned trickery and mistaken identity. This performance takes place on the Castle lawns, so bring a picnic and something to sit on.
Age suitability: 12+
Become a Highcliffe Castle Member and receive a discount on selected event tickets, plus 10% off in our shop, and unlimited entry to the Castle for a year.*
*Subject to Castle opening hours