Families are being invited to explore the great outdoors and uncover the secrets of nature with a new autumn trail at the National Trust’s Dyrham Park, near Bath. Running until Sunday 1 November, the There’s No Deer Around Here trail is inspired by the popular children’s picture book by Andy Hussey and Rosie Venner and...
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Summer of Play at Lacock
Craft activities with a new theme each week, workshops with Wiltshire Scrapstore, mobile climbing wall with Wiltshire Outdoor Learning Team as well as Pokémon trading, mega games, skills and stickers to collect.n
Othello at Dyrham Park
A powerful story of deception, jealousy and a man that loved not wisely but too well. Outdoor event; bring a chair and a picnic.
King Arthur & the Holy Fail at Avebury
In a land of daring quests, dashing knights, and endless jousting, there lived a would-be hero – waiting in the wings – who went by the name of Arthur. But when Camelot is rocked to its core by a tragic incident involving a large table of an undisclosed shape, Arthur is thrust into the quest...
King Arthur & the Holy Fail at Stourhead
In a land of daring quests, dashing knights, and endless jousting, there lived a would-be hero – waiting in the wings – who went by the name of Arthur. But when Camelot is rocked to its core by a tragic incident involving a large table of an undisclosed shape, Arthur is thrust into the quest...
Festival of Archaeology Day at Avebury
A day of activities based around Avebury’s history. Uncover items hidden in the sandpit digs, or decorate your own clay tablet with patterns inspired by the natural world. In addition, you will be able to learn more about Avebury’s past through a guided, interactive timeline and put your skills to the test with the Heritage...
Summer of Play at Avebury
With traditional games, creative activities and moments to spark the imagination. Try your hand at classic favourites like hoopla, skittles, and tin can alley, or bring your own stories to life in the puppet theatre, as well as n opportunities to get creative with garden-inspired craft activities.
Summer of Play at Stourhead
Have some outdoor fun at the Stableyard and Summer of Play Meadow. Scramble up the straw castle, aim for gold at the archery range, or race through the meadow maze to find the hidden camp.
Outdoor Cinema at Stourhead
3 July: Dirty Dancing, the iconic love story filled with music, dance and movie magic; 4 July: EPiC: Elvis Presley in Concert, experience the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll like never before in a powerful and electrifying cinematic concert event; 5 July: Pride and Prejudice, the timeless romance on an open-air screen, set against a...
The Sword in the Stone at Stourhead
Young Wart dreams of becoming a squire, while his childhood friend Morgan sets her sights on fame and fortune. As they travel to the Tournament in London, they meet a host of colourful characters who guide them through strange challenges and teach them lasting lessons about friendship, courage, and finding their way in the world....
Half Term at Mompesson House
With bonnet trimming and Regency letter writing activities, spring-themed spotter trail, outdoor games and activities in the garden, including child-sized croquet.
May Half Term at Lacock Abbey
Find art boxes in the orchard with everything you need to create a masterpiece, visit the Bothy to make a butterfly mask, and pick up a spotter sheet and wild-art sheet to discover and create on a walk around the gardens and woodland.
May Play Days at Stourhead
With crafts, hobby horses, games, ride -on tractors, puppet theatre, books under the story tree, as well as Spring scavenger hunt to see what you can find as you wander around the garden.
Pokemon TCG Mega Trail at Dyrham Park
Get active outdoors on a Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the parkland for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers and complete your own challenges. Trail sheets available to collect on the day.
Half Term at Avebury
Lots of outdoor activities including a new, interactive Busy Bees trail suitable for all ages, teepees, deck chairs, an obstacle course and children’s games in the Church Garden. A sensory map for children is available, perfect for neurodivergent visitors or younger families to discover the best places to listen to the wind, smell the herbs,...
Tulip Mania at Dyrham Park
Tulip displays in the borders around Sphynx Court and through the pear orchard, the parterre, Fountain Court, and a ‘living library’ display of different cultivars in pots in Stable Court. In addition to the floral display, the house will be highlighting its historic links to the Netherlands and the tulip through its collection of blue...
Easter egg hunt at Dyrham Park
Outdoor fun with Easter trail around the parkland with 10 activity stations including games, challenges and activities. Trail ticket includes trail sheet, bunny ears and dairy/vegan chocolate egg; no booking required.
Wood Crafting Workshops at Montacute House
Drop-in activity, no booking required to make wooden nature related objects, using timber from the estate, traditional tools and materials (prices £5-20). The event will take place in the Stables under the cover of the coach house.
Wood Crafting Workshops at Montacute House
Drop-in activity, no booking required to make wooden nature related objects, using timber from the estate, traditional tools and materials (prices £5-20). The event will take place in the Stables under the cover of the coach house.
Wood Crafting Workshops at Montacute House
Drop-in activity, no booking required to make wooden nature related objects, using timber from the estate, traditional tools and materials (prices £5-20). The event will take place in the Stables under the cover of the coach house.
Wood Crafting Workshops at Montacute House
Drop-in activity, no booking required to make wooden nature related objects, using timber from the estate, traditional tools and materials (prices £5-20). The event will take place in the Stables under the cover of the coach house.