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Find out when Mottisfont is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
With plenty of space to run, jump and play, there's lots to keep children of all ages busy at Mottisfont. Challenge yourself in our Wild Play area, try some of the '50 things to do before you're 11¾' challenges and play a game of Pooh sticks from one of the wooden bridges. In the summer holiday you can discover the wonderful world of John Burningham with our family-friendly exhibition and trail, 20 July - 29 September.
Here's all the information you need at a glance, to make the most of your family day out at Mottisfont:
There's no need to book, but Mottisfont may get very busy during school holidays and bank holidays. Mornings tend to be busier than afternoons. If you have the flexibility, a weekday visit is generally quieter than a weekend, even during school holidays. If you can only visit over the weekend, Saturdays are usually less busy than Sundays.
20 July - 29 September
Exhibition 11am-4.30pm (last entry 4pm), trail 10am-5pm daily (last entry 4.30pm).
Discover the wild and wonderful world of John Burningham with a family-friendly exhibition and activity trail. You’ll find original illustrations in the gallery, with comfy reading zones, giant scenes for family photos, and dressing up. Outside, a Burningham-themed trail weaves through Mottisfont’s gardens, with games and challenges to complete. Property admission applies (free for National Trust members, Art Fund members and under 5s), plus £3 per trail.
19 October - 3 November
This half term you'll find colourful pumpkin-themed fun with a spooky twist. Follow the Pumpkin Parade trail to find Halloween-themed activites, from pumpkin noughts and crosses to pumpkin rolling. Property admission applies (free for National Trust members, Art Fund members and under 5s), plus £2 per trail.
Our Wild Play area includes three large wooden structures built for climbing, balancing and exploring. Duck and dive through multiple entry and exit points to play together. The play area gets very muddy during periods of wet weather, so come dressed for mess.
Wooden bridges and a rushing river make Mottisfont one of the country's top destinations for playing Pooh sticks – challenge your family to a game when you visit. Ball games and frisbees are welcome on the paddock areas.
Why not try some of the '50 things to do before you're 11¾' challenges? From rolling down a hill to cloud watching there's something for every young explorer to do.
Find out when Mottisfont is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
20 July - 29 September: discover the wonderful world of John Burningham with a family-friendly exhibition and outdoor activity trail at Mottisfont this summer.
Treat yourself to a snack and drink at one of the cafés after a wander in the garden.
Enjoy every season at Mottisfont, with its ancient trees and babbling brooks, from rich autumn foliage and the scented Winter Garden, to spring bulbs and, of course, the world-famous Rose Garden.
Explore Maud Russell’s 1930s neo-classical interiors, in an 18th-century house with medieval origins and enjoy changing art exhibitions in the spacious gallery.
23 November 2024 - 5 January 2025: experience the timeless magic of The Nutcracker at Mottisfont this Christmas. The story unfolds as you wander through rooms filled with sparkling trees and decorations, music and light effects. Outside, the adventure continues on a Nutcracker family trail.
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