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Bateman's is a family home that belonged to world-famous author Rudyard Kipling, known for The Jungle Book and Just So Stories.

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Join us in celebrating the festival of light here in the home of Rudyard Kipling this Autumn.

Join us to discover beautiful Indian objects, artworks, and hand-crafted decorations in the house. Take part in family-friendly crafts, browse for Indian gifts or Kipling books in the shop.

Bateman’s was the family home of Rudyard Kipling, author of The Jungle Book, Kim, and the Just So Stories. Kipling was born and lived in India; his first language was Hindustani, and his experiences there inspired much of his writing.

Learn more about Kipling's links to India and embrace this special Anglo-Indian fusion in the peaceful setting of the Sussex countryside.

Thursday 8 October to Sunday 8 November.

11am to 4.30pm, last entry into the house at 4pm.

Free, normal admission applies. by @batemansnt

More shots of Diwali at Bateman's!

Join us in celebrating the festival of light here in the home of Rudyard Kipling 🪷

The celebrations run until Sunday 8 November. by @batemansnt

Between the wind and rain that autumn often brings, those short moments of sunshine really showcase the beauty of Bateman’s ☀️🍂

©National Trust Images/Andrew Butler by @batemansnt

Celebrate Diwali at Bateman's this half term with children's crafts! 🎨

28, 29 & 31 Oct, 1 Nov | 11am–3pm

Ceramic lantern - £4
Henna scratch art - £2
Indian block printed cards - £3

Booking is not required and is a drop in session on the day. by @batemansnt

This festive season, the jungle comes alive at Bateman's with an enchanting Jungle Book Christmas!

Explore the house and spot Mowgli’s animal friends swinging, climbing, hiding, and leaping through the rooms in a joyful celebration of Kipling’s timeless tale.

Younger visitors can pick up a spotter trail sheet and see who they can find hiding around Bateman's.

We have some exciting bookable events available, such as an exclusive boxing day walk with our ranger and a special Christmas Calligraphy session, which are already beginning to sell out! Get your tickets soon to avoid missing out.

Tickets can be booked via our website, available through the link in bio.

Christmas at Bateman's is included in the price of admission.

Christmas begins at Bateman's on the 14 November, running until 3 January.
The house is open 11am to 3pm. by @batemansnt

Join us this October half term as we celebrate the Festival of Light at the family home of Rudyard Kipling 🪷

Explore the house decorated with beautiful Indian objects, artworks and handcrafted decorations inspired by Diwali.

Warm up in the Mulberry Tea-room with a delicious chickpea curry or a hot drink on those crisp autumn days ☕

There's plenty to discover, from Diwali-themed crafts and live poetry readings to a rare opportunity to step inside our conservation storeroom and learn more about the collection.

Visit our website to see what's on and plan your visit.

🪔 Diwali celebrations continue until 8 November. by @batemansnt

Some close ups of Diwali at Bateman’s 🪷

Join us in celebrating the Festival of Lights at the family home of Rudyard Kipling this Diwali 🪔

Available until 8 November, free with admission. by @batemansnt

Autumn at Bateman’s 🍂

As the weather gets colder and the days grow shorter, there’s still so much to see and do at Bateman’s!

Whether you’re celebrating Diwali in the house, exploring the gardens, enjoying a warming meal in the tea room, taking on our Monkey Puzzle Trail, or having a mooch around the second hand bookshop and shop, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Wrap up warm and come and make the most of the season with us! 🍁

Bateman’s is open daily, 10am - 5pm. by @batemansnt

The Diwali festivities at Bateman’s have begun! 🪔

Join us at Rudyard Kipling’s family home this Diwali as we celebrate the Festival of Lights with a wonderful showcase of culture, creativity and tradition. 🪷

As part of the festivities, we welcomed @femaledholplayer and her amazing team to Bateman’s after hours one evening to capture some incredible footage of Indian dance and dhol drumming. We think Rudyard would have loved it! ✨

We can’t wait to welcome you! 🪔 by @batemansnt

Diwali preparations have begun!! 🪷

One of our wonderful volunteers hand crafted these beautiful lotus flowers which are bringing a beautiful splash of colour to the lilly pond! 🪔

Diwali celebrations officially begin at Bateman’s this Thursday!

Come along and discover the Festival of Lights at the home of Rudyard Kipling this Diwali 🪷 by @batemansnt

Autumn has well and truly arrived at Bateman's! 🎃

Celebrate the work of our amazing volunteer and staff gardeners this Harvest Festival with a seasonal display of pumpkins outside the greenhouse. Poke your head in and see all the lovely vegetables growing inside!

Keep your eyes peeled at visitor reception for our produce stall! It's often filled with produce ranging from courgettes, onions and even pumpkins, straight from the garden!

All donations made from the vegetable stall go towards supporting Bateman's. by @batemansnt

Join textile prints artist Sarita Prints Joy this Diwali for a hands-on workshop exploring the beautiful and traditional art of Indian woodblock printing.

In these relaxed sessions, you'll be using unique handmade prints to design your very own cushion cover. You’ll learn the basics of woodblock printing while experimenting with pattern, colour, and composition. Sarita will guide you step by step on how to create clear, confident prints as you play with her extensive selection of hand-carved wood block stamps.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some experience, you will be guided through every step and offered design inspiration, with all materials provided. Your ticket includes entry to Bateman's. Cushion inserts will be available to purchase separately if desired on the day.

Tuesday 3 November | Workshops at 10am-12.30pm and 13.30pm-16.00pm.

£55 per person, includes tea and coffee as well as the cushion cover. Booking essential.

Booking essential via our website. by @batemansnt