Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

“Curiouser and curiouser!”

This Summer, we’re in for a “Golden Afternoon” when Lewis Carroll’s timeless children’s story comes to life at Hempstead House Hotel.

This Bank Holiday Monday 31^st August 2026, we invite you, your family and your friends to an afternoon of outdoor theatre and classic children’s literature, hosted in the refreshing summer sunshine and beautiful gardens of Hempstead House Hotel.

Alice in Wonderland has consistently appeared near the top of lists of "most-loved children’s stories" and is now one of the best-known works of the Victorian era, inaugurating a time in which writing for children aimed to "delight or entertain". The tale plays with logic, giving the story lasting popularity with adults as well as with children.

“No story in English literature has intrigued me more than Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland.” – Walt Disney 1946

Bringing Professional Theatre To You!

Following the recent success of A Christmas Carol and Pride and Prejudice, we are delighted to welcome back critically acclaimed theatre company This is My Theatre, with their delightful, one-act, 85 minute adaptation of “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland”:

Step through the looking glass and into a world where nothing is quite as it seems…

Join Alice as she tumbles down the rabbit hole and encounters a whirlwind of curious characters—the grinning Cheshire Cat, the frantic White Rabbit, the eccentric Mad Hatter, and the fearsome Queen of Hearts.

This timeless tale of imagination, riddles, and wonder comes to life on stage in a dazzling production full of humour, music, and a touch of madness.

Perfect for dreamers of all ages, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland invites you to lose yourself in the magic of one of literature’s most beloved journeys!

Suitable for audiences of all ages and with live music throughout arranged by the company’s Resident Composer Simon Stallard our adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s timeless epic is packed with song, humour and plenty of madness and is sure to be all that This Is My Theatre audiences have come to love about our shows!” – Sarah Slator, Company Director

Picnic or Afternoon Tea? The choice is yours!

Picnics are welcome! On this occasion, feel free to cater yourselves; we simply ask you to take everything back home with you afterwards!

Tea and Coffee will be available to purchase on site along with any other soft or alcoholic drinks throughout the afternoon.

Alternatively, let us spoil you with our divine Afternoon Tea with unlimited tea/coffee included along with traditional finger sandwiches, scones, cakes and pastries. Children can receive their own tea too! Menu below.

Dietary requirements and intolerances can be catered for providing these are highlighted in advance to include gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian or vegan afternoon teas.

Being an outdoor event, we ask you to bring your own picnic blankets or camping chairs, and simply enjoy the surroundings and relax.

Please note that the hotel will not provide tables and chairs outside. Shelter will also not be provided. Gazebos are not permitted.

RATES:

Children under 4 are welcome on an entry only complimentary basis.

*Concessions include • Over 65s  • Under 18s  • Students with an NUS card  • Registered disabled

TIMINGS:

Guests will be asked to arrive when the gardens open from 2.00pm.

Those that book afternoon tea will be served at approximately 2.30pm.

The performance will commence at approximately 3.00pm for 85 minutes.

DRESS CODE

“RAIN DOES NOT STOP PLAY!” – Please dress appropriately for our unpredictable British weather as the performance will be outside.

TO BOOK:

Full pre-payment is required at time of booking. 

Call us on 01795 428020 option 5 (Mondays to Fridays) or option 1 (Thursdays, evenings and weekends) or complete the below enquiry form.

BOOK ONLINE

£10 deposits will be requested when booking online with private and secure online pay links for outstanding balances issued soon after.

Please ensure adult/concession/child tickets are requested along with whether picnic or afternoon tea option is preferred.

Accommodation

Why not make the most of your visit and stay the night!

Accommodation is available from a B&B rate of £155 double occupancy, to include full use of the AquaManda Spa from check in at 3pm to 5pm on the day of departure.

Guests attending our Special Events may receive a complimentary upgrade (subject to availability).

We look forward to welcoming you for a classic summer’s afternoon!