Mansion Concerts: a night at the opera

Experience a spectacular evening of opera as day turns to dusk in our gardens.

Wakehurst mansion

Dates and times

Saturday 11 July 2026

Entry from 6pm

Performance starts 7.30pm

Finish at 10pm

Location

Wakehurst, Sussex

Tickets

Early bird tickets for limited time only

Early bird member
from £28.71

Early bird
from £33.66

Prices include booking fees

Don't miss a powerful night of live opera, where vibrant performance meets our stunning Sussex landscape.

Set against the backdrop of our Elizabethan Mansion, four internationally acclaimed musicians perform soaring arias, irresistible crossovers and well-known opera classics from Puccini to Verdi in a mesmerising summer evening performance.

Performed by soprano Sofia Kirwan-Baez, tenor Thomas Elwin and baritone Patrick Alexander Keefe – with credits spanning Opera National de Bordeaux, English National Opera, Glyndebourne, Opera North and Oper Stuttgart – accompanied by pianist Chad Vindin.

Whether you're an opera novice or a life-long enthusiast, our open-air classical concert promises a magical evening for all.

Food and drink

Enjoy delicious Mediterranean flavours from Happy Go Souvlaki​ and mouthwatering dishes from Mauritian Coalition. Vegetarian options available. Or why not bring your own picnic? Pair with drinks from our full bar alongside locally roasted coffee blends, teas and ice creams.

Looking for other things to do in Sussex? Explore Latehurst, our series of summer garden events.

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