Family-friendly things to do at Newark Park

The woodland play area at Newark Park | © James Dobson

There's plenty for families to enjoy throughout the seasons in the garden at Newark Park. Take in the seasonal blooms, explore the woodland play area and have an adventure.

Family-friendly events

Enjoy seasonal walks and adventures in nature at Newark Park

A hopping hare trail this March

Learn more about the species who make their homes around and at Newark Park by picking up free trail leaflet from Visitor Reception and exploring the garden to find the 8 activity stations. Why not have a go at running like a hare, learning where they like to live and even what their poo looks like? Trail running until 26th March.

This Easter be creative in nature

From the 5th-27th April, join us on an Easter adventure by completing 10 activity stations around the garden including a rabbit racecourse, bird watching, games and much more.

Prices are £3.50 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and a dairy or vegan and Free From*chocolate egg. Buy at Visitor Reception on your way in.

*Suitable for people with milk, egg, gluten, peanut and tree nut allergies.

Family-friendly things to do in the garden

Nature explorers can discover wild animal carvings in the woodland play area. The animal carvings were designed specially for Newark and feature a number of wild animals to spot including an owl, mice and deer.

Courageous adventurers can traverse the folly play area, the crinkle-crankle steps, and peek behind the fairy doors.

In the warmer months, visitors can try their hand at lawn games by the tea pavilion.

A family at the south front of Newark Park, Gloucestershire — There's lots to explore at Newark Park | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Family-friendly things to do in the house

On the first floor of Newark house you’ll find dressing up in the Buff Bedroom where you can style yourself as a Tudor lord or lady.

There are also seasonal trails inside the house, this March spot 6 crocheted peacocks hiding in the rooms.

Animal Spotters trail

Animals have played a big part in Newark's history, from its roots as an ancient deer park to Bob Parson's pet Great Danes. Pick up a free leaflet from the entrance hall and see if you can spot all the animals inside the house.