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Family-friendly things to do at The Vyne

A child in wellies jumps in a muddy puddle.
Plan family-friendly adventures for the diary. | © National Trust Images / Chris Lacey

This half-term 15-23 February 10am-4pm, a winter garden trail connects young adventurers with nature. Wellies at the ready, read on to smoothly plan your family day out.

Planning your family visit

  • There are toilets and baby changing facilities on the left just past visitor reception and also at the Brewhouse tea-room next to the house.
  • The garden has hard gravel pathways, but you might prefer to use a child carrier if you’re planning on going further afield.
  • The Brewhouse tea-room is a bit snug, so you’ll need to leave your buggy or pushchair outside.
  • In the house, we’ve got slings for you to carry small children in. Again, you’ll need to leave your buggy or pushchair outside. There are lockers to the right of the main entrance to the house where you can store belongings while exploring this family home. Items are left at your own risk.
  • Unfortunately ball games, frisbees, scooters, bikes and drones aren't permitted on the estate due to previous damage to the house and grounds. Thanks for understanding.

Family-friendly events

Winter nature spotter trail

Saturday 15 – Sunday 23 February, 10am-4pm

This February half-term, young families can keep their eyes peeled for nature-themed trail points in The Vyne's gardens. Collect your trail sheets from Visitor Reception. Free parking, normal admission applies, National Trust members go free, free activity, picnics welcome.

Find out more about this event

A multigenerational family explore green woodland wearing jumpers and raincoats.
Get the whole family out and active in nature. | © National Trust Images / Annapurna Mellor

 

Play area 

Little ones can explore the outdoors in the natural play area created especially for very young children just off the Lime Avenue.

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