Waterperry Gardens

Rachel Wright demonstrations in the Gallery
2026-01-29 11:00 - 2026-08-27 16:00 (Europe/London)
In the lead-up to The Stitched Garden exhibition in September, Rachel Wright will be demonstrating her work-in-progress.
Time: 11:00am-4:00pm
Dates: Last Thursday of every month – Jan 29th, Feb 26th, Mar 26th, Apr 30th, May 28th, Jun 25th, Jul 30th & Aug 27th
Venue: The Gallery (free to enter, just turn left after entering the main garden shop)
Price: FREE
Working on a domestic sewing machine, with carefully chosen pieces of cloth and endless colours of thread, Rachel will translate the gardens and plants here at Waterperry into her beautiful machine-embroidered textile art pieces.
The most distinctive aspect of her embroideries is the expressive skies, evoking perpetual movement and fluidity, the restless elements on their never-ending journey. She creates the essence of both place and time with attention to detail being given in both the foreground and scenic backdrop throughout the seasons.
Meet Rachel in the gallery and watch her whilst she paints in stitch and brings her work to life.

February Snowdrops
2026-02-01 - 2026-03-31 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
A perfect excuse for a walk!

There are few better places to celebrate the arrival of spring than Waterperry Gardens in Oxfordshire, where the historic ornamental gardens provide the perfect setting for the Galanthus. These wonderful little heralds of spring carpet the old orchard and riverside walks at this time of the year, and winter aconites are also likely to bring a smile to visitors’ faces, providing new hints of colour in the garden (normal garden entrance fee applies).
Waterperry boasts beautiful displays of double and single-flowered snowdrops all around the 20 acres of gardens and is the perfect excuse for a walk in the gardens followed by a visit to the Teashop to warm up – a lovely way to spend time with friends and family.
OPEN DAILY 10:00AM – 5:00PM

Green Works Spring Exhibition in the Gallery
2026-02-14 10:00 - 2026-04-26 17:00
Our Spring Exhibition collection is entitled ‘Green Works’, the colour of Spring celebrated and interpreted in many ways; from the joys of collective gardening in Sarah Kirby’s graphic lino prints to the unknown and often healing potential of a forest path or mountainside in Morna Rhys’s glorious etchings. We also welcome Emily-Kriste Wilcox to the gallery with her abstract landscape slab-built ceramic vessels and accompanying paintings.
The Gallery and exhibition are FREE to enter, simply go through the main shop and turn left.
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Daffodil Season at Waterperry Gardens
2026-03-01 10:00 - 2026-04-24 17:00
In Autumn, 10,000 bulbs were planted to create a meadow of yellows, oranges and creams in our gardens. This is a must-see this Spring for a stunning walk.*
Don’t forget to share your photos on social media and tag us.
*Normal garden entrance fee applies, and no need to book.

Renewal & New Beginnings

Mothering Sunday 50% off garden entrance fee
2026-03-15 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
Of all the gifts that life has to offer, a loving mother is the greatest of all.
On Mothering Sunday, 15th March 2026, all Mum’s receive 50% off their garden entrance fee.
Waterperry boasts beautiful displays of Snowdrops and Daffodils around our 20 acres of gardens and is the perfect excuse for a walk in the gardens.
Why not treat Mum to tea at the Teashop afterwards to warm up – a lovely way to spend time with your family! Freshly prepared home-cooked food and a fantastic selection of cakes are on offer.

Big Easter Bunny Hunt
2026-03-28 - 2026-04-19 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
An Eggtastic hunt.

Date: 28th March – 19th April
Time: 10am and close at 5.00pm (March), 10am and close at 5.30pm (April)
Venue: Waterperry Gardens
Price: £4.75 per child, including a prize. Children must be accompanied by an adult for whom the garden entrance fee applies.
Hop along to Waterperry Gardens this Easter holiday dressed as a bunny (optional) to find eggs that our bunny has dropped and eggsplore the beautiful Spring gardens at the same time.
Carefully hop around the gardens and sniff out the eggs. Every time you find one, match it to the ones on the provided sheet. We’re rooting for you!
Collect your prize from the Garden Shop.
No need to pre-book, we look forward to seeing lots of eager bunnies!

4-day Spring Cleanse Retreat
2026-04-03 - 2026-04-06 | WATERPERRY HOUSE, WATERPERRY GARDENS, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, OX33 1LA, United Kingdom.
Date: 3rd – 6th April 2026
Time: 8:30am – 9:30pm
Venue: Waterperry House
Price: Please see the booking link below
Spring is the perfect time to boost the liver, eliminate mental and physical stagnation and create a fertile ground to build again.
Over four days, you will be guided on a gentle detox to nourish and rebalance your system, allowing you to return to yourself and feel lighter and joyful in your mind and body.
The program will include daily yoga, meditation, delicious, clean homemade food, sound healing, dancing, nature walks, and cooking together, all designed to support your process of transformation.
You will be supported by me and my carefully chosen team of highly experienced practitioners: a psychotherapist, dance teachers, sound healers, massage therapists, artists and nature lovers.
All activities are optional – so you can choose to take part or rest as your body needs require.
If you send an inquiry with Waterperry Gardens in the subject, you get an extra £20 off!

Enquiries: info@rinagolan.co
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Modern Makers Collective
2026-05-01 10:00 - 2026-06-28 17:00
For Oxfordshire Art Weeks and through to the end of June, we are delighted to be showcasing the work of several members from the Modern Makers Collective. We have invited familiar faces and guest artists to show their work together in our beautifully restored 18th Century Tythe Barn Gallery.
Date: Friday 1st May – 28th June
Venue: Gallery
Time: 10:00pm-5:00pm
The Collective comprises of a range of artists, craftspeople and designers whose shared ethos is rooted in the celebration of quality craftsmanship. Throughout the year, the Makers organise showcases and workshops to promote the appreciation of functional and beautiful craft.
On display you’ll find work across several disciplines by the following artists – Victoria Baker, Charlotte Berry, Harriet Coleridge, Geoff Hannis, Rosa Harradine, Robyn Hardyman, Albert Harvey, Andrew Hazleden, Kate Hipkiss, Lorna McCurdy, Emmy Palmer, Aimée Alice Payton, Yvette Phillips and Kate Wilkinson.
See www.modernmakerscollective.co.uk for information about individual artists, Summer Schools and the Yattendon Winter Market.
See here for more info on the gallery and future exhibitions.
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The Treasures of Waterperry
2026-05-18 16:00 - 2026-05-21 09:00
The Treasures of Waterperry – The School of Philosophy and Economic Science
A new retreat for this year, taking in the riches that Waterperry has to offer.
Come and stay at Waterperry House and rest in its peace and tranquillity. Enjoy the beautiful gardens; learn about Yew Henge; reflect upon the frescos; hear about the history.
The programme will consist of tours and informal discussions. There will be an opportunity for reflection and to ask questions on any of its many diverse treasures.
Date: 18th – 21st May 2026
Venue: Waterperry House
Time: 4:00pm-9:00am
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Waterperry Saxifraga Day
2026-05-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
PLEASE BE ADVISED, DUE TO UNFORESEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED.
Date: 23rd May 2026
Time: 10am-4pm
Venue: Walled Garden
Come along to see the largest collection of Saxifraga in the UK.
Saxifrage are a wonderful and diverse group of plants – don’t miss The Silver Saxifraga, which will be in flower at this time.
Come and talk to the experts and browse our plant sales, take a tour of the Alpine nursery and view our collection of 400+ Hostas.

Gnometastic - May Half Term
2026-05-23 10:00 - 2026-05-31 17:30 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
They’re cheeky and they gnome it!

Date: 23rd May – 31st May
Time: 10am and close at 5.30pm
Venue: Waterperry Gardens
Price: £4.75 per child, including a prize. Children must be accompanied by an adult for whom the garden entrance fee applies.
Half-term fun at Waterperry Gardens.
Look carefully around our gardens to find the 8 cheeky little gnomes hiding.
When you find one, write their name next to their number. Be careful, trust gnome one, some of the gnomes may have written their names backwards!
Gnome worries if you can’t find them all, you’ll still get a prize for taking part!
Once you’ve found as many gnomes as you can, take your completed form to the Garden Shop to claim your prize. Please leave all the gnomes where you find them to allow others to enjoy Gnometastic too!

Jubilee Brass Band Concert - British composers
2026-06-06 16:30 - 18:00 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
Jubilee Brass (Oxford) Band are Celebrating British composers with a concert at Waterperry Garden Amphitheatre.
Date: Saturday 6th June 2026
Venue: Amphitheatre
Time: 4:30pm
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Rare Plant Fair - 2026
2026-06-07 10:00 - 16:00 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
Date: 7th June 2026
Venue: Waterperry Gardens
Time: 10am – 4pm
Price: Adult tickets £12.95 per adult, includes the Gardens and Fair; Children 16 years and under are free. You may buy your tickets on arrival at the gate with no need to prebook.
The chance to browse stalls manned by experts specialising in both rare and traditional plants, all in the beautiful setting of Waterperry Gardens.
For more information about Rare Plant Fair, click here.
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Handmade Oxford 2026
2026-06-12 - 2026-06-14 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
Date: Friday 12 – Sunday 14 June 2026
Venue: Lawns of Waterperry House
Entry Time: 10am-5pm
VIP Entry Time: 9:30am-5pm
The 6th Edition of Handmade Oxford will bring together over 150 of the most exciting UK-based makers featuring a curated selection of fine arts and craft including Jewellery, Fashion & Textiles, Ceramics & Glass, Sculpture, Furniture and more. Handmade Oxford also offers a packed programme of craft workshops and demonstrations which will keep visitors occupied throughout the festival, with an added option to explore the beautiful gardens. There is something for everyone at Handmade Oxford! Live music by local musicians and local artisan food will add to the fun festival atmosphere.
Event Highlights:

Over 150 UK-based makers present an exquisite array of fine arts and crafts, including jewellery, fashion, textiles, ceramics, glass, furniture, sculpture and stationery.
Engage in craft workshops and insightful demonstrations.
Immerse yourself in the delightful ambience of Waterperry Gardens while enjoying live music by local musicians and savouring artisanal food.
Tickets available NOW – Visit Handmade in Britain website

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Yoga Beyond the Mat
2026-06-22 - 2026-06-24 | WATERPERRY HOUSE, WATERPERRY GARDENS, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, OX33 1LA, United Kingdom.
Yoga is often approached through the body.

The Bhagavad Gita explores how we face, challenge and make decisions.
The Bhagavad Gita is a core text within the yoga tradition, presented as a conversation on how to act with clarity, especially in difficult or uncertain situations.
Date: 22nd-24th June 2026
Venue: Waterperry House
This retreat introduces the Bhagavad Gita in a grounded, accessible way – with a focus on how its ideas can be applied in everyday life.
Across three days, the experience unfolds from understanding moments of disruption and inner conflict, through to a clearer view of what yoga actually means beyond postures, and how its different paths take shape in practice.
Alongside the sessions, the retreat includes daily yoga and mantra meditation, with space to reflect and consider how this carries into your life.

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Othello - The Lord Chamberlain's Men
2026-06-28 18:30 - 20:40 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
Join The Lord Chamberlain’s Men this summer for Othello, one of the most captivating and thrilling plays ever written. See it performed how William Shakespeare first saw it, as The Lord Chamberlain’s Men – with a history stretching back to Shakespeare’s original company – present this play in the open air, with an all-male cast and Elizabethan costumes, music and dance.
Date: Sunday 28th June 2026
Venue: Front Lawn
Time: 6:30pm, doors open at 5:30pm
“I know my price, I am worth no worse a place.”
Othello, the Moor of Venice, a respected General in the Venetian army, promotes the young Cassio to be his Lieutenant over Iago, a soldier in his service. In doing so he unwittingly sparks Iago’s deep-seated hatred into terrifying life and sets in motion a horrendous spiral of vengeance and destruction that sweeps away everyone before it. As Iago weaves his web and seeks his revenge he poisons Othello against Desdemona, who he has recently and secretly married, and turns the world upside down until Othello becomes unmoored from reality with devastating consequences.
“Put out the light, and then put out the light.”
A powerful story of deception, jealousy and a man that loved not wisely but too well – this stunning and heartbreakingly poignant play is one you won’t want to miss. Bring a chair and a picnic and prepare to be rapt and transported. Book early to avoid missing out!
“The best authentic Shakespearean experience.” – Yorkshire Post
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Duo Destino – Flamenco Fusion
2026-07-04 17:30 - 19:30 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
Date: 4th July 2026
Venue: Waterperry Amphitheatre
Time: 5:30-7:30pm
Virtuoso guitarists Ben Bruant and Will Cashel – together known as Duo Destino – bring their exhilarating blend of flamenco passion and familiar melodies reimagined in surprising ways to Waterperry Gardens for the very first time.
Since meeting at the Royal Academy of Music in London in 2011, Ben (from Le Havre, trained at the Conservatoire National de Paris) and Will (from Bath, a Purcell School scholar and graduate of the Royal Northern College of Music) have captivated audiences across Europe with dazzling fingerwork, rhythmic percussive techniques, and infectious energy.
With seven albums, two EPs, and their acclaimed original release Destino (2023) followed by Destino – Live (2024), the duo have performed for royalty, at Glastonbury, the Liverpool Philharmonic, the Edinburgh Fringe, Goodwood, and even the F1 Grand Prix. Their music has been featured on BBC Radio 2, Scala Radio, and they are the resident band on Susannah Constantine’s My Wardrobe Malfunction podcast.
During the pandemic, Duo Destino won national recognition with their heartfelt “Gigs in Your Garden” – 70 free concerts performed for NHS and frontline workers, celebrated on BBC Breakfast, Sky News, and in the national press.
Now, by popular demand, they bring their Flamenco Fusion to Waterperry Gardens. Expect bold, Latin‑inspired compositions alongside inventive arrangements of a wide‑ranging repertoire — from classical masters like Vivaldi, to pop and rock icons such as Daft Punk and Dire Straits, and timeless favourites from the Rolling Stones and The Gypsy Kings. Their sound is so rich and layered, you’ll swear there are more than two musicians on stage.
Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of music, passion, and artistry.
Once seen, never forgotten.
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Celebrating Ceramics and Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair
2026-07-10 - 2026-07-12 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
TWO EVENTS – ONE ADMISSION – ONE FABULOUS VENUE – OVER 200 EXHIBITORS
Celebrating Ceramics Festival AND Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair – 10-12 July 2026
Dates and timings:
Friday 10 and Saturday 11 July, 9.30 am – 5.30 pm
Sunday 12 July, 9.30 am – 4.30 pm
Venue:
Lawns of Waterperry House
Mark your calendars for 10-12 July 2026 because Craft In Focus is returning once again with not one, but two events – the Celebrating Ceramics Festival and the Desire Jewellery and Silversmithing Fair. Discover the very best in the world of contemporary jewellery, silverware and ceramics at these events organised by Craft In Focus set on the lawns of Waterperry House. One ticket gives admission to both events where visitors can also watch demonstrations and enjoy an exciting range of food, drink and live music across two stages. With over 200 exhibitors, this is a rare opportunity to meet and buy unique pieces directly from some amazing designer makers and have an enjoyable day out!

The events are held in semi-open-sided marquees where you’ll encounter a vibrant array of contemporary ceramics and work from some of the UK’s finest contemporary silversmiths and independent jewellery makers.

The Desire Jewellery & Silversmithing Fair is a treasure trove of breathtaking contemporary jewellery and silverware. Plus, you can chat with the makers about commissioning bespoke pieces for a special occasion, adding a personal touch.
The Celebrating Ceramics Festival is your gateway to the ‘wow’ factor in contemporary ceramics. Watch live demonstrations and embrace the opportunity to buy directly from the skilled ceramic artists. And don’t miss the charming Make Mine Miniature display within the house – a competition where exhibitors make a unique miniature piece which is a true representation of their work.
Beyond the events themselves, visitors can enjoy a delightful selection of food, drinks, and live music making a fabulous and fun day out.

Advanced booking is required and discounted Early Bird Tickets are available until 13 June 2026.
Two great events with one admission fee. Joint ticket including garden entry also available to make a fantastic day out.
For more information see the Craft In Focus website.
Early Bird Tickets available up to 13 June.
Book tickets hereFor event-related enquiries:
Phone: 01622 747 325
Email: info@craftinfocus.com
Please note tickets are non-refundable after purchase.

A Brighter View Exhibition
2026-07-11 10:00 - 2026-09-06 17:00
Our summer exhibition of landscape paintings features original works by Josie Clouting, Tara Parker-Woolway, Francesca Shakespeare and Christine Bass.
These four Oxfordshire based artists paint in very different ways but share a passion for exploring colour beyond their immediate vision. Creating paintings that boldly represent the lay of the land and the points of reflection, they capture the moments where light creates colour, bringing nature to life.
Date: 11th July – 6th September
Venue: Gallery
Time: 10:00pm-5:00pm
For more information on the gallery, click below.
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Summer Orienteering Butterfly Trail
2026-07-11 10:00 - 2026-09-06 17:30 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
We are but small butterflies in the garden of life.

Date: Saturday 11th July – 6th September 2026
Venue: Gardens
Time: 10:00am – 5:30pm daily.
Price: £5.25 per child, including a prize. Children must be accompanied by an adult for whom the garden entrance fee applies. No need to book.
Summer holiday fun at Waterperry Gardens.
Using the compass and instructions on the trail map provided, look carefully around our gardens to find the Butterflies.
When you find one, mark it off with a sticker.
Don’t worry if you can’t find them all, you’ll still get a special summer prize for taking part!
Once you’ve found as many as you can, take your completed form to the Garden Shop to claim your prize. Please leave all the Butterflies where you find them so others can enjoy this trail, too!

Moonrakers
2026-07-26 18:00 - 20:30 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
Moonrakers Picnic Concert has become an annual early evening summer event in the beautiful Amphitheatre at Waterperry Gardens. The band of four present sparkling multi-instrumental music and songs played on harp, cello, fretted instruments, flutes, keyboard and female/male vocals. There will be chorus songs, traditional and contemporary folk music, beautiful harmony singing and some terrible jokes! The extended interval allows you to wander the Gardens and enjoy your picnic.

Date: Sunday 26th July
Time: 6:00pm (doors open at 5.30pm, interval 6.45-7.40pm) Finish: 8.30pm
Venue: Amphitheatre

Tickets: £20 (concessions available)

There will be some tickets available on the door, but seating preference will be given to ticket holders.

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Treasure Island - Quantum Theatre
2026-08-01 17:00 - 18:30 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
Yo Ho Ho! And a bottle of Rum!

It’s pirate ships, pieces of eight and salty old sea dogs in Quantum Theatre’s swashbuckling new adaptation of the classic pirate adventure, Treasure Island.
Date: Saturday 1st August 2026
Venue: Amphitheatre
Time: 5:00pm-6:30pm, doors open at 4:30pm
From the moment young Jim Hawkins stumbles upon a treasure map at the Admiral Benbow Inn, he finds himself embroiled in the murky underworld of pirates – and soon he is on the high seas in search of the pirate hoard. But once aboard the Hispaniola, Jim becomes only too aware that he is not the only one who knows of the map’s existence.
Join Long John Silver and his motley crew in this action-packed adventure for the whole family.
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Waterperry Opera Festival: The Elixir of Love
2026-08-07 18:30 - 2026-08-13 22:00 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
No potion can purchase love

Donizetti’s The Elixir of Love bursts to life at a village fair, where a fast talking elixir seller, a self styled charmer, and two stubborn hearts set off romance, rivalry, and irresistible community spirit under lanterns and bunting.
Dates: 7th, 11th, 13th August 2026
Venue: Amphitheatre, Waterperry Gardens
Time: Performance starts at 6:30pm. Approx. finish 10pm, extended dining interval of 1 hr 15 mins.
Sung in English.
Tickets start at £39, with a small booking fee.
Under 35s Tickets at £23-£25, Under 16s Tickets at £15, Benefit Holder/NHS Blue Light Tickets at £30-£32.
info@waterperryoperafestival.co.uk
Box Office Inquiries
01255 441365
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Waterperry Opera Festival: Craft Workshops
2026-08-08 - 2026-08-16 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
Spark imagination

Dive into a world of imagination with our Peter Rabbit themed children’s workshops in the orangery! Perfect for little ones, these fun-filled sessions feature arts and crafts inspired by the characters from the Peter Rabbit story. Spark imagination and create cherished moments of creativity, as everyone makes animal ears to wear to the performance!
Dates: 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th August 2026
Venue: The Orangery, Waterperry Gardens
Time: 11:30am, 11:50am & 12:10pm
Free entry, donations welcome.
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Box Office Inquiries
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Waterperry Opera Festival: Peter Rabbit's Musical Adventures
2026-08-08 13:00 - 2026-08-16 13:45 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
An ideal first opera

Join Peter Rabbit on a garden adventure, guided by a magical storyteller, in this charming retelling of Beatrix Potter’s beloved tale, brought to life with Haydn’s string quartets. A perfect introduction to classical music for children – and fun for all ages!
Dates: 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th August 2026
Venue: Amphitheatre, Waterperry Gardens
Time: Performance starts at 1pm. Approx. finish 1:45pm.
Tickets start at £16, with a small booking fee. U16s Tickets at £9.
info@waterperryoperafestival.co.uk
Box Office Inquiries
01255 441365
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Waterperry Opera Festival: Serenades
2026-08-08 14:00 - 2026-08-15 15:00 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
Instrumental beauty and operatic splendour

Serenades is a summer outdoor concert designed to delight audiences of all ages. Dvořák’s Serenades unfold with warmth, charm, and pastoral ease, perfectly suited to a garden setting, while extracts from Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro add humour, romance, and an irresistible theatrical sparkle. Set among trees and summer greenery, this informal afternoon performance brings together instrumental beauty and operatic splendour in a welcoming festival atmosphere.
Dates: 8th, 9th, 15th August 2026
Venue: Garden Glade, Waterperry Gardens
Time: Performance starts at 2pm. Approx. finish 3pm.
Tickets start at £26, with a small booking fee. Under 35s Tickets at £10, Under 16s go free. Benefit Holder/NHS Blue Light Tickets at £10.
info@waterperryoperafestival.co.uk
Box Office Inquiries
01255 441365
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Come & Sing with Waterperry Opera Festival
2026-08-08 15:30 - 2026-08-16 16:30 | WATERPERRY HOUSE, WATERPERRY GARDENS, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, OX33 1LA, United Kingdom.
Come and Sing

Led by Head of Music, Ashley Beauchamp, these free events will involve singing through some of opera’s best-loved pieces, and will feature principal singers from Waterperry Opera Festival’s 2026 headline productions. Alongside working with stars at Royal Opera House, Glyndebourne, Garsington, Nevill Holt, and of course, Waterperry Opera Festival, Ashley works with singers from across the UK of all ages and backgrounds, getting hundreds of people each year singing opera each year!
Dates: 8th, 9th, 16th August 2026
Venue: Ballroom, Waterperry House
Time: 3:30pm-4:30pm
Free entry, donations welcome.
info@waterperryoperafestival.co.uk
Box Office Inquiries
01255 441365
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Waterperry Opera Festival: Music in the Ballroom
2026-08-08 17:00 - 2026-08-16 17:40 | WATERPERRY HOUSE, WATERPERRY GARDENS, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, OX33 1LA, United Kingdom.
A remarkable journey through voice and song

“Music in the Ballroom” celebrates the variety and personality of the singing voice through a sequence of contrasting recitals. It opens with a special performance from our new Artistic Director, John Savournin, in a characterful opening programme, bringing the beauty of text in song to the foreground. Then, in collaboration with Opera Prelude, we present two thematic programmes to compliment our two opera productions. The first focuses on the Soprano voice, in an exploration of beauty, drama, and expressive storytelling linked to Puccini’s La boheme. The second is a programme devoted to the Tenor voice, featuring arias and songs by Donizetti, the composer of The Elixir of Love, uncovering their brilliance and emotional range. The series closes with a special guest recital from world class baritone Roderick Williams OBE, bringing this remarkable journey through voice and song to a memorable conclusion.
Dates: 8th, 9th, 13th, 16th August 2026
Venue: Ballroom, Waterperry House
Time: Performance starts at 5pm. Approx. finish 5:40pm.
Tickets start at £20, with a small booking fee.
Under 35s Tickets start at £15, Benefit Holder/NHS Blue Light Tickets start at £18.
info@waterperryoperafestival.co.uk
Box Office Inquiries
01255 441365
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Waterperry Opera Festival: La bohème
2026-08-08 18:45 - 2026-08-15 22:00 | WATERPERRY HOUSE, WATERPERRY GARDENS, OXFORD, OXFORDSHIRE, OX33 1LA, United Kingdom.
A creeping threat shadows their joy

Puccini’s La bohème unfolds in a dreamlike Waterperry of the late-1930s – the decaying estate a bastion of bohemian artistry amidst fast-evolving world events. Expect soaring music, laughter, and heartbreak in an unforgettable night of opera beneath the stars.
Dates: 8th, 9th, 12th, 14th, 15th August 2026
Venue: Main Stage, Waterperry Gardens
Time: Performance starts at 6:45pm. Approx. finish 10pm. Extended dining interval of 1 hr 15 mins.
Sung in English.
Tickets start at £37, with a small booking fee.
Under 35s Tickets at £25-£27, Under 16s Tickets at £20, Benefit Holder/NHS Blue Light Tickets at £32-£37.
info@waterperryoperafestival.co.uk
Box Office Inquiries
01255 441365
boxoffice@waterperryoperafestival.co.uk
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Waterperry Opera Festival: Living Light - Visions of an Abbess
2026-08-11 17:00 - 2026-08-15 17:20 | Waterperry Gardens, Waterperry Gardens, Nr. Wheatley, Waterperry, Oxfordshire,, OX33 1JZ., United Kingdom
Inspiring music born directly from illumination

Staged in the intimate church at Waterperry, this immersive performance weaves Hildegard von Bingen’s music and words, inviting audiences into a luminous world of sound, spirituality, and visionary imagination. Living Light: Visions of an Abbess explores the inner world of Hildegard von Bingen through the visions that shaped her life and art. She experienced these revelations as intense, multi-sensory spiritual encounters, moments of colour, sound, and presence from which her extraordinary creativity flowed. At the heart of these visions was a radiant divine force she named Lux Vivens, the Living Light, inspiring music born directly from illumination.
Dates: 11th, 12th, 14th, 15th August 2026
Venue: St. Mary the Virgin Church, Waterperry Gardens
Time: Performance starts at 5pm. Approx. finish 5:20pm.
Tickets start at £15, with a small booking fee.
Under 35s Tickets at £15, Under 16s Tickets at £10, Benefit Holder/NHS Blue Light Tickets go free.
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