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GILBERT & SULLIVAN DAY

Friday, 3 July 2026

11:00 am

D’Oyly Carte Island will host a fantastic day of quality Gilbert & Sullivan performances from a stage on the house patio and viewed by guests from the east gardens. During the day there will be an opportunity to wander around this magical island, once owned and occupied by Richard, Helen and Rupert D’Oyly Carte, and to view the spectacular Melvyn Tarran collection of Gilbert & Sullivan memorabilia which will be displayed in the house. Guest will be welcome to D’OYLY’S, the islands café, bar, creperie, and other food and beverage stalls located throughout the island. Food and Drink 

Schedule

11:00 am - Island Opens

11:00 am - 4:00 pm – View the spectacular Melvyn Tarran collection of Gilbert & Sullivan memorabilia which will be displayed in the house.

12:00 pm - 3:30 pm - Gilbert & Sullivan performances (details to follow)

4:00 pm - Island Closes 


Additional Information

  • Please bring rugs and folding chairs for your comfort.

  • There will be a good range of food and drink and we thank visitors for not bring their own food or drink onto the island. 

  • Sorry, no dogs during the Summer Concerts.



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