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Family-friendly things to do at The Vyne
Looking ahead to Easter, plan a fun-filled family day out with the ever-popular Easter egg hunt at The Vyne. Runs in the gardens Saturday 29 March – Monday 21 April, 10am-3pm. Don't miss Bunny Hoopla, giant chess, croquet, dominoes and more Regency-themed fun before collecting your chocolate egg at the end.
This costs £3.50 per trail sheet and chocolate egg and normal admission applies. With free parking and buggy-friendly garden paths, a family adventure here is fuss-free. So pack the wellies, waterproofs and picnics for some quality time together.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
Easter egg hunt at The Vyne
Saturday 29 March – Monday 21 April, 10am-3pm
Families can enjoy Bunny Hoopla, giant chess, croquet, dominoes and more Regency-themed fun in The Vyne's gardens before collecting their chocolate egg at the end. This is £3.50 per trail sheet and chocolate egg and includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and dairy or vegan and Free From* chocolate egg (*Suitable for people with milk, egg, gluten, peanut and tree nut allergies). Normal admission applies.
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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