Get into opera!
A Carmen-inspired Family Fiesta Day
Sunday 09 August
Step into a world of colour, rhythm, and big tunes as Carmen bursts into town for a joyful, hands-on opera adventure for the whole family! Inspired by Bizet’s Carmen, this relaxed, free-flowing event invites children (and grown-ups) to sing, make, move, explore and play.
Join animateur and soprano Lynsey Docherty for an uplifting singing workshop where you will learn the famous Toreador chorus, then perform it alongside professional opera singers in a thrilling final sing-along. Enjoy a lively potted performance of Carmen, a short, accessible presentation that brings the story to life for all ages. Make your own Carmen-inspired props, explore the gardens on a playful trail and meet unforgettable characters as the opera unfolds around you.
Bring your own picnic, settle into your favourite corner of the garden and wander between activities at your own pace. When it’s time for a break, try our Spanish-inspired churros or paella from our pop-up restaurant in The Cowshed by Homewood, and don’t forget to say hello to Teddy and Jimmy, the resident donkeys, while you enjoy your lunch.
Everyone is welcome – this is a great family day out whether you’re sitting in the auditorium watching, or on-stage participating.
Come for the fiesta. Leave humming the tunes. Olé!
Date & Times:
Sunday 09 August
12:00pm - 5:00pm
Tickets:
£14.00 (adults)
£9.00 (children age 5 - 16)
Under 5’s go free
Workshops and activities are most suitable for children aged 5+ The singing workshops will be BSL Interpreted
No dogs except for assistance dogs
Or call Bath Box Office on: 01225 463 362
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Church Farm, Wingfield, (A366 Wingfield Road), BA14 9LE
Click here for full venue details along with transport options.
Wet weather
Our purpose-built theatre is fully covered and performances go ahead whatever the weather.
Accessibility
Our auditorium is accessible for wheelchairs. If you, or any member of your party require particular seating or have access needs, please inform Bath Box Office when booking your tickets to ensure we reserve the correct seating area for you.n text goes here
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By car
There will be free parking available onsite. Please consider sharing lifts with friends and family where possible.
The parking will be managed by our team of stewards and crew and well lit.
Please note, that you will be parking on a field so the ground will be uneven. If you, or any of your party are bringing a wheelchair, require accessible parking or have any mobility issues, please inform the box-office at the time of booking.
There will be a drop off area by the path leading directly to the Saddlespan Auditorium for those with accessibility requirements.
By taxi
There is a taxi service, Bradford on Avon Taxis, located at the railway station. Please visit www.bradfordonavon-taxis.co.uk for further information and bookings.
We recommend pre-booking your taxi with your preferred company, or Bradford on Avon Taxis (01225 862277), as it can be busy during our event season.
If leaving by taxi, we suggest using the estimated end time on the specific event page as a guide for pick up time. Please note, performance run times are approximate times only.
By train
There are regular trains to Bradford on Avon from London (change at Bath), Bristol, Chippenham and Westbury. Please visit www.gwr.com for train timetables and services.
For the onward journey to Church Farm, there is a taxi service, Bradford on Avon Taxis, located at the railway station (see details above).
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Bring your own picnic, settle into your favourite corner of the garden and wander between activities at your own pace.
When it’s time for a break, try our Spanish-inspired churros or paella from our pop-up restaurant in The Cowshed by Homewood, and don’t forget to say hello to Teddy and Jimmy, the resident donkeys, while you enjoy your lunch.
Picnics
Guests are also welcome to bring tables and chairs or rugs to picnic within the grounds of Church Farm.
Please note, there are limited sheltered areas if the weather is wet.
A pop-up bar serving a selection of drinks including specially created cocktails for the season alongside wine, beer and soft drinks will also be available in the garden at all events.