Dunham Massey outdoor theatre and cinema

Escape to Dunham Massey’s garden this summer for outdoor entertainment the whole family will enjoy.

Chapterhouse Theatre is returning to this National Trust place with three exciting open air performances to enjoy. Go on an adventure with Sherlock Holmes on Saturday 14 July, enjoy an evening of regency romance with Sense and Sensibility on Sunday 22 July and head down the rabbit hole with Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland on Saturday 4 August.

Head to the beautiful Northumbrian countryside with Sherlock Holmes as his legendary nemesis awaits the arrival of the world’s greatest detective. When the wife of Doctor Watson suddenly disappears, a desperate quest to find her begins. Sherlock Holmes comes face to face with his greatest fear at the hands of his mortal enemy in this stunning new tale of romance and suspense.

Travel back in time as Elinor and Marianne Dashwood make their first forays into the exciting world of Regency society. Adapted by award-winning writer Laura Turner, this lively tale follows the sisters as they fall in love, make mistakes and experience heartbreak for the first time in their quest to find a balance between sense and sensibility.

Take a trip down the rabbit hole and join Alice as she stumbles into the magical world of Wonderland and meet a whole host of colourful characters from the unforgettable White Rabbit and the madcap Mad Hatter to the terrifying Queen of Hearts. Presented in beautiful Victorian costume and alive with song, dance and original music, this is a production to delight the entire family.

Return to the garden at the end of the summer for QUAD’s Outdoor Film Festival. Spend the evening under the stars watching classic films in the perfect summer setting. Choose from Moulin Rouge on Friday 31 Augustand Top Gun on Saturday 1 September.

Baz Luhrmann’s Moulin Rouge captures the spirit of the Bohemian revolution sweeping the underworld of Paris. At the Moulin Rouge, the rich and poor are one, being entertained by the dancers. Christian (Ewan McGregor), a young English writer starts a love affair with the star courtesan Sabine (Nicole Kidman). Top Gun takes us into the danger zone with Tom Cruise and Anthony Edwards starring as fighter pilots Maverick and Goose. Maverick’s cocky demeanour push him to compete for the Top Gun trophy against fellow pilot Iceman (Val Kilmer).

Booking is essential for all outdoor theatre and cinema events. Visit https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/dunham-massey