Calendar of Events.

Teddy Bears Picnic

Rippon Lea House and Gardens proudly presents the 22nd Teddy Bears' Picnic! The National Trust of Australia (Vic) invites children of all ages to bring along their favorite Teddy Bear and have a picnic in the magnificent gardens of Rippon Lea whilst enjoying a day full of fun and entertainment.

With over 4 hours of centre stage live performances by family favorites such as Angelina Ballerina and Scooby Doo and arts and crafts, sports activities, rides and market stalls for all to enjoy as you explore the gardens.

When: 26th February 2012.

Time: Gates open at 10am, entertainment starts at 11am. The picnic will conclude at 4pm.

Tickets prices:

• $10 children (aged 3-15years)
• $10 concession
• $15 adults
• $50 family - valid for 2 adults and upto 4 children.

Tickets are available online here or by phoning the National Trust Bookings Office on 03 8663 7260

Storytime

Our popular weekly Storytime sessions will resume on the first Thursday in November, continuing every Thursday at 11am until the end of March.

Lady Chatterley's Lover

When: 31st January - 8th March 2012, Monday - Thursday at 7pm

A romantic and sensuous production set in the Rippon Lea's sumptuous gardens. D.H.Lawrence's erotically charged and psychologically powerful depiction of adult relationships follows Lady Chatterley as she realises that her emotionally and physically stifled marriage is no match for true equality and fulfilment with her lover, Mellors. She breaks the biggest rule of all and falls for a man below her class - her husband's gamekeeper. Lawrence's vivid depiction of their sexual exploration of each other has made this story a timeless classic. Adapted and directed by Glenn Elston.

"An entertaining evening of theatre in stunning surrounds, moments of great sensuality." - Time Out

"Remarkable, romantic, a pleasure." - The Age

Tickets: $40 adult, $35 concession or group of 10+, $25 under 18. A handling fee may apply.

Bookings: Purchase securely online or phone 1300 122 344

Please Note: This productions includes nudity, and parental guidance is advised for children under 18.

Summer Sessions

Sundays 8th January – 25 March 2012

Every Sunday from January through to March, Rippon Lea House and Gardens holds their Summer Sessions event. Come and relax on the Cedar Lawn, listen to the band play and let Camp Australia entertain the kids. Have a picnic, wander through the grounds or take a tour through the mansion.

Please note Summer Sessions will not run on Feburary 26th when The Teddy Bears' Picnic will be held.

Admission Prices: Adults $12, Concession $9 Children $6.50 and Family $30.

Easter School Holiday Program

31st March – 15th April 2012

Rippon Lea House and Gardens presents a School Holiday Program that will immerse participants in a Victorian era childhood experience.
From 10.30am to 12.30pm on Monday, Wednesday and Friday of the first week of the Easter school holidays, primary school aged children will play old fashioned games such as tug-of-war, an egg and spoon race and croquet. There will be boat rides on Rippon Lea’s beautiful lake and finally all the fun of our Creature Catcher discovery trail.

Families are welcome to bring their own picnic to enjoy on one of the many spacious lawns at Rippon Lea following the activities

Booking information will be available closer to the date.

Easter Fun Day

8th April 2012

Mother’s Day

13th May 2012