Fairy Day

Sunday 7 July / 11am - 5pm

Join us for Fairy Day This Summer!

We are so excited to be having our second Fairy Day at Rockingham this year. Come along for an enchanted day filled with magic!

Embark on an adventure in the Wild Garden to find the Fairy Doors, meet the Rockingham Woodland Fairies and complete the Toadstool Trail.

Fancy dress is welcome; the Fairies would love to see your favourite magical outfits!

Outdoor footwear is advised. The Wild Garden has areas of uneven ground and can be muddy dependant on weather.

Historic Houses or National Trust Memberships do not apply on these dates.

Tickets will be on sale soon!

Upcoming Events

All events

RSPCA Dog Show

Sunday 5th May

RSPCA Northamptonshire Branch’s Spring Dog Show returns for 2024 and this year has the stunning grounds of the historic Rockingham Castle as it’s setting. Beautiful views across the Welland Valley and a fun day is promised for all members of the family – with both two and four legs. Local traders catering for humans and […]

Spring Artisan Fair

Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th May

The Artisan Market will showcase the best of food, drink and crafts from the local area.

Jousting & Medieval Living History Village

Sunday 16th June

Knights and Horses combine for hard-hitting and fun Medieval Jousting display on the Tilting Lawn.

National Garden Scheme – Open Gardens

Tuesday 25th June / 11am - 7pm

Join us on Tuesday 25th June for Rockingham Open Gardens in collaboration with National Garden Scheme.

“Hamlet” By the Lord Chamberlain’s Men

Thursday 27th June

Come and enjoy ‘Hamlet’ in the Castle Gardens, performed by The Lord Chamberlain’s Men.

RSPCA – Lets Rock Rockingham

Saturday 20th July

Come and join us for an epic day of rockin’ music and good vibes at Rockingham Rocks Live Music, Food and Drink Festival and Bike Show!

Little Women – Presented by Chapter House Events

Thursday 25th July / Outdoor Evening Performance

Join us in the formal gardens for a performance of Little Women by Chapter House Theatre Company.

Dinosaur Day

Sunday 4 August

NEW FOR 2024 Join the Dinosaurs at Rockingham on Sunday 4th August this year! You can meet a real life T-Rex and Stegosaurus, enjoy a baby dino meet and greet and watch the dinosaur displays. This event will be a roarsome day for all of the family and we look forward to seeing you there! […]

Legends Live – 21st Century ABBA & Elton

Friday 16th August

ABBA & Elton – Friday 16th August Get ready to dance the night away as we transport you back to the sensational era of ABBA and Elton John! Join us under the starlit sky at Rockingham Castle for an unforgettable evening filled with toe-tapping hits and timeless classics. From “Dancing Queen” to “Rocket Man,” experience […]