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Eggsperience a fantastic family day out at Hartlebury Castle’s Easter Eggstravaganza!

Our ever-popular Easter egg hunts are back for another year! Scour the grounds high and low for eggs over the bank holiday weekend, be rewarded with a chocolate prize (dairy free available), and look out for extra treats. The Easter Bunny will be here to help you put your best foot forward and pose for a special photo or two!

You can also enjoy:

• Easter themed activities and stories
• The Spring Family Trail
• Blowing off steam at the adventure playground
• Learning fun facts about Easter while eggsploring the beautiful grounds
• Uncovering the stories and history of the Bishop’s Palace and County Museum

Egg Hunt Times (must be pre-booked)

Friday 18th April
10am (under 5s only), 11.30am, 1pm, 2.30pm

Saturday 19th April
10am (under 5s only), 11.30am, 1pm

Sunday 20th April
10am (under 5s only), 11.30am, 1pm

Monday 21st April
10am (under 5s only), 11.30am, 1pm

Tickets

Whole site admission + £6.50 per person entering the Easter egg hunt (includes chocolate prize).

£1.50 booking fee per transaction.

Please note that Historic Houses Member passes are not valid for this event.

Got a burning question? Email Chantel at events@hartleburycastle.com.

Sessions

Under 5s sessions:

Designed especially for little ones, our Under 5s sessions have a slower pace so hunters can take their time running around! Children aged 5 and over are NOT allowed on this session to make things easier for youngsters and ensure they have plenty to eggs to find. If your child has an older sibling and you’d like them to join in together, you’re welcome to sign them up to a general egg hunt session instead.

General sessions: 

All children are welcome! Take your mark in the Sunken Garden, warm up with the always energetic Easter Bunny, and then – get set, go! Get ready for music and fun with the family. Keep your eyes peeled so you can finish with a bag bursting with eggs!

For children with additional needs: 

We want everyone to have a fantastic time at the Easter Eggstravaganza. If your child has additional needs, please get in touch so we can give them the best possible experience during their egg hunt. This includes offering a level access route. Please email Chantel in advance at events@hartleburycastle.com.

We must also know about allergies, intolerances and lifestyle choices at the time of booking and before 17th April. We will endeavour to cater for these – however, in some circumstances and after this date, we may not be able to but can discuss this if you contact us.

Not able to book online? Give us a call on 01299 250797.

With award-winning pianist Peter Bradley-Fulgoni

Come to this fundraising event for Hartlebury Castle Trust to support the Castle and help us make our ambitious vision for the future a reality.

In return for your generosity, you’ll be swept away by talented musician Peter Bradley-Fulgoni as he entertains us at the piano in the Medieval Great Hall. From Beethoven and Chopin to Debussy and Peter’s very own work, you can enjoy a musical night to remember – also with a complimentary drink.
 

Why we need your help

Bishop Yeatman-Biggs once remarked:

“Before there was a King of England there was a Bishop of Worcester; before there was a Windsor Castle, there was a Hartlebury Castle – surely we should consider well before we abandon it.”

These words highlight the belief in the importance of Hartlebury Castle’s heritage. The Castle is not merely a relic of the past; we believe that it is essential for historical buildings and charitable organisations like ours to have a relevance that goes beyond protecting history – that we have a duty to become a thought-provoking space, encouraging discussion and engagement with the world around us.

We have 1000 years of stories to tell: from the remarkable deeds of bishops who shaped national history to the everyday lives of servants who worked hard within its walls, every story Hartlebury Castle offers gives its visitors a glimpse into the past, and has the potential to invite them to reflect simultaneously on life today.

Please come to this concert and help us share our stories so we can delight the visitors of today and inspire the visitors of the future.
 

Tickets

This is a fundraising event for Hartlebury Castle Trust.

Each ticket includes a complimentary glass of wine or non-alcoholic alternative.

£1.50 booking fee per transaction.

Join us for a pre-show drink from 6pm.

Running time: 1 hour 45 minutes, including a 20 minute interval when the bar will be open to purchase refreshments.

More information

See the full programme and Peter's bio by heading to our What's On page, then clicking on the event.

Friday 30th May, 9pm and Saturday 9th August, 8.30pm

Enjoy an evening of spotting bats at the Castle!

Join expert Phil Playford from the Worcestershire Bat Group for a peaceful walk around the Hartlebury Castle grounds – in search of bat habitats, bat facts and the creatures themselves!

We’re lucky to be host to several different species, so keep an ear and an eye out for horseshoe bats, pipistrelles and more thanks to specialised equipment and guidance. No bat walk is quite the same!

Finish your evening with a local beer or non-alcoholic drink on the Castle terrace, while hopefully spotting more of our nocturnal friends from the comfort of your camping chair.

More information

This is a fundraising event for Hartlebury Castle Trust. All profits made will be divided between Worcestershire Bat Group and HCT.

Online booking only. £1.50 booking fee per transaction.

Duration: approximately 2 hours. Gates open 15 minutes before each session.

Please wear sensible footwear and warm clothes and bring a torch with you.

Please note that the route is not wheelchair accessible.

Places are limited, so book early to avoid disappointment.

EARLY BIRD TICKETS available until 1st May.

Celebrate the Motown era in style on a summer night of music outside at Hartlebury Castle!

Get ready for a magical evening of Motown by Moonlight, sundown soul, and disco at dusk! Expect a dynamic band with the perfect combination of sensational energy, talented vocalists, and polished musicians.

Put on your dancing shoes as the sun goes down to the sound of young America and party to the timeless tunes of Stevie Wonder, Diana Ross, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, Aretha Franklin and many more! Presented by Music by Moonlight.
 

More information

Online booking required. £2 booking fee per transaction.

Doors open at 6.30pm. Running time: approximately 2 hours, including a 20 minute interval.

Please bring a low backed chair and picnic blanket with you – you’re welcome to bring your own refreshments! Why not have a picnic as you enjoy the performance?

Please do not bring your own alcohol on to site. There will be beer, cider, wine, prosecco, soft drinks and snacks available to purchase from the bar.

Outdoor performances will continue in all but the worst of weather, so please dress accordingly.
 

About Music by Moonlight

Founded by experienced outdoor event organisers Chapterhouse Theatre Company and now in their fifth year of touring, Music by Moonlight brings the songs you know and love to life in some of the UK and Ireland’s most beautiful outdoor venues, including castles, gardens, and heritage sites.

Featuring talented tribute bands specially chosen not just for their outstanding musical ability and showmanship but also their remarkable resemblances to the original artists, Music by Moonlight open-air concerts are a “Family friendly funfest” (The Times) and the perfect way to spend a summer evening.

EARLY BIRD TICKETS available until 1st May.

Pay tribute to Freddie, Brian, Roger and John at this thrilling tribute concert!

A night of timeless music from one of the greatest rock bands ever to grace the charts and an absolute must see for Queen fans young and old alike, Queen by Moonlight covers all the hits, from Bohemian Rhapsody to Under Pressure. You’ll be singing Don’t Stop Me Now before you know it!

Be transported back in time and dance the night away under the stars with exhilarating live music in some of the country’s most stunning outdoor venues. Queen by Moonlight promises a high-octane evening of fun, friends, and good old-fashioned rock and roll!

More information

Online booking required. £2 booking fee per transaction.

Doors open at 6.30pm. Running time: approximately 2 hours, including a 20 minute interval.

Please bring a low backed chair and picnic blanket with you – you’re welcome to bring your own refreshments! Why not have a picnic as you enjoy the performance?

Please do not bring your own alcohol on to site. There will be beer, cider, wine, prosecco, soft drinks and snacks available to purchase from the bar.

Outdoor performances will continue in all but the worst of weather, so please dress accordingly.

About Music by Moonlight

Founded by experienced outdoor event organisers Chapterhouse Theatre Company and now in their fifth year of touring, Music by Moonlight brings the songs you know and love to life in some of the UK and Ireland’s most beautiful outdoor venues including castles, gardens, and heritage sites.

Featuring talented tribute bands specially chosen not just for their outstanding musical ability and showmanship but also their remarkable resemblances to the original artists, Music by Moonlight open-air concerts are a “Family friendly funfest” (The Times) and the perfect way to spend a summer evening.

Chapterhouse Theatre Company presents JANE EYRE

Open Air Theatre Tour 2025

Join Chapterhouse Theatre Company as they bring the windswept moorlands and tumbledown manor houses of Brontë’s gothic masterpiece to life under the open sky at Hartlebury Castle.

Young governess Jane Eyre arrives at the mysterious Thornfield Hall deep in the Yorkshire moors and meets her dashing new employer Mr Rochester. Sparks fly between the pair, but not everything is as it seems, and as Jane discovers the secrets of both Thornfield Hall itself and its enigmatic master, she must make a devastating choice.

By Charlotte Brontë, adapted by Laura Turner.

More information

Online booking required. £1.50 booking fee per transaction.

Running time: approximately 2 hours, including an interval.

Doors open at 6pm. Bar and light refreshments available.

Please bring a low backed chair and picnic blanket with you – you’re welcome to bring your own refreshments, with the exception of alcohol. Why not have a picnic as you enjoy the performance?

Outdoor performances will continue in all but the worst of weather, so please dress accordingly.

EARLY BIRD TICKETS available until 1st May.

Become the Dancing Queen on this evening of sensational entertainment!

ABBA by Moonlight’s faithful recreation of ABBA’s signature harmonies and iconic looks makes for one electrifying live performance. Expect to hear all of ABBA’s greatest hits, including Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Waterloo and many more! Decked out in full disco costume, ABBA by Moonlight combines stunning vocals, talented live musicians, and a uniquely beautiful outdoor setting to make one unforgettable concert.

Come along with family and friends to picnic in picturesque surroundings, before grabbing your dancing shoes – get ready for the party of a lifetime at Hartlebury Castle.

More information

Online booking required. £2 booking fee per transaction.

Doors open at 6.30pm. Running time: approximately 2 hours, including a 20 minute interval.

Please bring a low backed chair and picnic blanket with you – you’re welcome to bring your own refreshments! Why not have a picnic as you enjoy the performance?

Please do not bring your own alcohol on to site. There will be beer, cider, wine, prosecco, soft drinks and snacks available to purchase from the bar.

Outdoor performances will continue in all but the worst of weather, so please dress accordingly.

About Music by Moonlight

Founded by experienced outdoor event organisers Chapterhouse Theatre Company and now in their fifth year of touring, Music by Moonlight brings the songs you know and love to life in some of the UK and Ireland’s most beautiful outdoor venues including castles, gardens, and heritage sites.

Featuring talented tribute bands specially chosen not just for their outstanding musical ability and showmanship but also their remarkable resemblances to the original artists, Music by Moonlight open-air concerts are a “Family friendly funfest” (The Times) and the perfect way to spend a summer evening.