Family days out in the South West

Family with dog on lead walking along the river at Lydford Gorge, Devon — A family walking along the River Lyd at Lydford Gorge, Devon | © National Trust/Dianne Giles

Looking for something to do with the kids? Discover the best family-friendly places to visit in the South West and enjoy great days out all year round.

Plan your next family adventure and discover special places across the South West, from enchanting castles to a Bear’s Hut and an island filled with wildlife. Let off steam in the thousands of acres of woodland and parkland, before finding the perfect picnic spot for a well-earned rest. With buggy friendly routes, children’s menus and nature-inspired trails, there’s lots to keep the family entertained. On rainy days you can retreat inside the magnificent houses and explore the histories of the families that once lived there.

This February half-term there are spooky Halloween trails, spell binding adventures and apple celebrations waiting for you.

Children look through a selfie framed as part of an Easter trail

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February half-term at Hidcote

Take part in the Winter Wildlife Trail. Explore the garden and see if you can find each of the little houses and try to work out who lives there

Children playing with garden games at Chedworth Roman Villa, Gloucestershire.

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February half-term at Chedworth Roman Villa

Heat up history this February half-term and find out how the Romans kept warm during the cold winter months

An adult and children outside the south front of Newark Park, Gloucestershire

Family-friendly adventures in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds

Gardens, family trails and winding walks await in Gloucestershire and the Cotswolds. Plan your day out for a memorable visit that the whole family will enjoy.

A family exploring the garden in winter at Dyrham Park, Gloucestershire

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February half-term at Dyrham Park

Explore Dyrham Park this February half-term

Children in the play area at Tyntesfield, Somerset in winter

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February half-term at Tyntesfield

Come and help build a beautiful block garden of trees, flowers and bushes that can rival the living garden at Tyntesfield

A family walking in the grounds at Christmas, Lacock Abbey, Wiltshire. They are pushing pushchairs and smiling. You can see glimpses of the abbey's front steps and Christmas trees in the background.

Family-friendly adventures in Bath and Bristol

Discover the best places to explore as a family in Bath and Bristol this season. Plan your days out for a memorable visit that the whole family will enjoy.

Visitors enjoying a warm drink outside the cafe at Stourhead, Wiltshire

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February half-term at Stourhead

Come rain or shine, pull on your wellies and join Frog for a watery adventure around Stourhead's lake

Two adults and two children make their way through the gate at Avebury, Wiltshire

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February half-term at Avebury

Explore the garden and join in the 'bird search'. Painted native British birds have been hidden around the garden, can you help them find their homes?

Children and adults wearing hats and coats walk up a hill in front of the house at Stourhead

Family-friendly adventures in Wiltshire

Ancient landscapes, world-famous gardens and outdoor adventures await in Wiltshire.

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February half-term at Corfe Castle

Bring your most adventurous teddy and send them soaring down the zip-wire. Then travel back to 1086 and explore the ruins to help William the Conqueror build the castle

A child riding a bike at Kingston Lacy, Dorset

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February half-term at Kingston Lacy

Get your green fingers at the ready and come along to the Kitchen Garden Potting shed for planting sessions. Choose from a sweet pea or sunflower seed to put in your eco pot

Two children play with toy swords in front of Corfe Castle in Dorset

Family-friendly adventures in Dorset

There's all sorts to do in Dorset with the family, including discovering places to explore in gardens, parks, the countryside and on the beach.

Two adults and two small children walking in the parkland with Dunster Castle in the background, Somerset

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February half-term at Dunster Castle

Pull on your wellies and enjoy a stomp and stamp around the trail in the garden, inspired by the Tale of the Snowdrop by Hans Christian Anderson

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February half-term at Montacute House

See, hear and smell history come to life with the Taunton Garrison

A child smiles as she sits on a horse-shaped swing, hanging from a tree with golden autumn leaves

Family-friendly adventures in Somerset

There's all sorts for families to do around Somerset, from visiting a natural pier to running across the grass. Start planning your day out for the family to enjoy.

A child dressed in a crown and rainbow wings in the foreground watches another child and an adult run around

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February half-term at Buckland Abbey

Write your own fairytale. Pick up a booklet and pencil and get creative as you follow the map, find all the writing spots to see what inspires your story along the way

Two children ride bikes along a track through the woods at Saltram, Devon

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February half-term at Saltram

Explore Saltram this February half-term

Three children walk among a slope covered in blooming narcissi, at Killerton, Devon

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February half-term at Killerton

Explore Killerton this February half-term

Family walking their dog on the beach near Saltram, Devon

Family-friendly adventures in Devon

From rock pooling on beautiful beaches to exploring historic houses, there are plenty of places to enjoy a great family day out. .

A child looking at a trail sheet near the dipping pond at Quarry Bank

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February half-term at Trelissick

Pick up a free seasonal sketchbook and explore, drawn and be creative in the garden at Trelissick

Family walking along a gravel path in the Upper Garden at Cotehele, Cornwall

Family-friendly adventures in Cornwall

With long stretching beaches, exotic gardens and historic houses in Cornwall, there are lots of places to explore and visit for family fun.

Find out our top dog-friendly places to visit and our Pooch Passport

Visitors exploring the parkland in autumn at Croome, Worcestershire

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Pooch Passports

Find out more about the Pooch Passport scheme and discover dog-friendly places to explore together. Collect stamps from participating places on your days out and your dog(s) will receive a special treat from our partners at Forthglade.