Before the performance or during the interval, audiences may choose to stroll towards the lake and beyond, or settle with picnics with views across the deer park or over the famous cricket pitch. Those arriving early will also be able to visit the historic walled garden a short drive from the opera site - with a shuttle taking them there and back.
"The wooded hills rolling towards the horizon, the manicured lawns and delightful rose arbour, the swallows circling the lake, the famous cricket ground: all this ravished the eye as you stand on the terraces surrounding the stunning opera pavilion. " The Times
The opera pavilion has covered verandas and terraces, with places to linger and enjoy the views. Patrons booking a whole box can reserve tables on the Upper Terrace to which catered picnics can be delivered.
The operas start in the early evening and there is a long dinner interval when patrons can picnic or dine in the marquees. Dinner must be ordered in advance through our caterers who can also supply picnic hampers. Click here for more information on dining.
Patrons can arrive from 4pm. Evening dress is suggested and shawls for cooler evenings.
All performances finish at around 10.15pm. There will be English supertitles.
