Family fun is on offer at Kiplin Hall on Mondays through the summer as Story Craft Theatre returns to the gardens.

Outdoor performances, craft activities and museum trails are being held, with alternating shows each week.

On August 5 and 19, visitors can get on board for a Pirate Party, and on Monday, August 12, visitors can enjoy the Kiplin Story. The entertainment is included in standard admission, day or annual tickets.

Shows are at 10.15am-10.45am, 11am-11.30am, 11.45am-12.15pm, and 12.30pm-1pm.

Programming curator Alice Rose said: “Our programme of summer outdoor theatre has proven very popular, and we are excited to welcome The HandleBards back with their version of The Comedy of Errors on August 15.

"But we know an evening of Shakespeare isn’t everyone’s cup of tea. So for the past few years we’ve turned Mondays into Fundays at Kiplin. Offering four shows a day from Story Craft Theatre, the outdoor performances are accompanied by craft activities and museum trails. For families looking for extra value an annual ticket purchased this summer will also cover our popular Halloween trail in October half term and into 2025.

"That is a very special birthday year for us as we celebrate Kiplin Hall’s 400th anniversary.”

Kiplin Hall and Gardens, near Scorton, is open six days a week, closed on Thursdays. For more information visit www.kiplinhall.co.uk.