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Using money raised by National Lottery players, The National Lottery Heritage Fund supports projects that connect people and communities with the UK’s heritage. Vanbrugh 300 is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to develop a nationwide project that aims to broaden the awareness of Vanbrugh through special displays, free education programmes and lectures, throughout his tercentenary year in 2026.
Saturday 20th June 2026, 6pm
Grimsthorpe are delighted to welcome England’s oldest student theatre company, the Cambridge University Amateur Dramatic Club, to celebrate the 300 year anniversary of playwright and architect Sir John Vanbrugh with a medley of his greatest scenes.
This evening of laughter and love will be performed at Grimsthorpe Castle, designed by Vanbrugh himself as his last masterpiece. Student actors, directors and designers from Cambridge will travel to the castle to perform highlights from across Vanbrugh’s work, alongside newly-written responses commissioned especially for this performance.
With Vanbrugh’s witty Restoration comedies, the gorgeous setting of his Great Hall, and the talent of CUADC artists, this is one evening that you cannot miss. Refreshments will be on offer throughout the evening, and visitors will also have the chance to take a stroll around the formal gardens before and after the production.
Timings: Entry from 5:30pm | Start time: 6:00pm | Event End 8:30pm
Ticket Prices: Adults £10 | Children/Students £5
Location: Grimsthorpe Castle | Please park at the main visitor Car Park. More Information will be available upon booking.
