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21st & 22nd June, 2025
10am to 4pm both days
Rufford Abbey Country Park
FREE entry for all
The Summer Sizzler - a weekend celebration of the arrival of summer at Rufford!
Join us at Rufford on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd June 2025, from 10am to 4pm, as we celebrate the arrival of summer with a weekend full of sunshine, music, and family fun on the beautiful Abbey Lawn.
Bring a blanket, and soak up the summer vibes!
The Abbey Kitchen will be serving a special menu crafted for outdoor dining, perfect for enjoying on the lawn. You'll also find the Coach House Cafe, Ice Cream Parlour, and Pizza Van open all weekend – grab your favourite treats and settle in for a day of entertainment.
Live Music & Entertainment
Enjoy the summer sounds of a singer, performing throughout the day with a specially curated summer set – including a lively kids' session to get little feet dancing!
Character Singalong Shows
Each afternoon, don't miss our magical singalong shows, featuring beloved characters including Ariel, Moana, Rapunzel, and everyone's favourite mischief-maker – Stitch! After the show, stay for a character meet & greet – perfect for photos and memories.
Family Fun All Day
Visit the face painter in the Summer House for some colourful creativity, then let the kids burn off some energy at the adventure playground. Feeling competitive? Try your hand at Adventure Golf – with 50% off all weekend!
Event Times: 10am – 4pm both days
Celebrate the season in style – we can't wait to welcome you for a weekend of summer joy at Rufford!
This entertainment event is free to attend, regular car parking charges apply.
| The Summer Sizzler (21 June 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Saturday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
| The Summer Sizzler (22 June 2025) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Day | Times | |
| Sunday | 10:00 | - 16:00 |
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