BADGER, Ratty, Mole and Toad will be bringing their summer adventure to Sparsholt as part of the College’s season of outside events and entertainment.

The children’s classic Wind in the Willows will be performed in the College’s beautiful library gardens by open-air garden theatre specialists, Chapterhouse Theatre Company on Sunday, August 18.

Wind in the Willows tells the story of Badger, Ratty, Mole and Toad and their summer of adventure. What starts as a search for the best picnic spot rapidly turns into the most hilarious of escapades.

With the bumptious Toad’s heart set on a shiny new motorcar and his very liberty soon at stake, will his faithful friends come to his rescue – and will he let them?

Alive with music, song and dance, this magical family show is presented in beautiful traditional costume and features a woodland parade during the interval for everyone to join in with.

Event organiser Philip Holroyd Smith said: “Our library garden provides the perfect backdrop for this type of family event. There is lots of shade and space to get comfy so guests should feel free to bring chairs and rugs.

“There will be plenty of refreshments available on site but everyone is very welcome to bring their own picnics for a relaxed afternoon of family fun and entertainment.”

Chapterhouse Theatre Company is a professional touring theatre company, which is now in its 14th year. Renowned for their fully accessible, traditional but innovative productions, the company has performed at some of the most beautiful and historic sites across the UK and Ireland.

Bring a picnic rug or chairs and a picnic tea ready for the 4pm start - gates are open from 2pm.

Tickets are available from sparsholt.ac.uk or 01962 797292. Adults cost £14.50, children £10 and a family ticket (two adults and two children) is £43. Discount applies for parties of 10 or more and free parking is available on site.