A child explores the outdoors with their family in autumn — Autumn adventures can connect all ages with the outdoors. | © National Trust / Chris Lacey

Family-friendly places in Norfolk

If you're looking for something fun to do with the family this autumn, why not enjoy a day out with the kids at one of these places around Norfolk?

Enjoy fun-filled family days out and exciting adventures at these National Trust places in Norfolk.

Children on bikes at Blickling Estate, Norfolk

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Family days out at Blickling

Discover the tale of Blickling’s Black Shuck, delve into the mysteries of trees and explore the real-life magic of autumn at Blickling Estate. Look out for hidden toadstools in the house, and in the garden, play music on the mushrooms and learn how to make your home inviting for fairies

Family playing in oak leaves in the park at Rufford Old Hall Lancashire

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Family-friendly things to do at Oxburgh Estate

Escape into autumn and enjoy an activity packed day for the whole family in nature's most colourful season. Try out the smelly bird boxes and guess the different seasonal scents. Help the gardeners put the garden to sleep for winter by raking up the autumn leaves. Enjoy a traditional game of welly wanging, how far can you throw? Spot the pumpkins hiding in the hall.

Child riding bike through autumn leaves at Felbrigg

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Family days out at Felbrigg

Entertain the whole family at Felbrigg. Discover unique stories in the hall, go on an adventure in the garden and estate and stop for a bite to eat in the Squire’s Pantry tea room.

Adult and child playing in the autumn leaves while on a walk in a park

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Family days out at Sheringham Park

Plan a family day out with nearly 1,000 acres to explore. There’s plenty of space for kids to burn off some energy as you enjoy a variety of fun family events and habitats that Sheringham Park has to offer.

A selection of wildlife bingo spotter sheets for children

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Family activities at Horsey Windpump

From our Summer of Play activities, sponsored by Starling Bank, to walks and picnic spots, here's what you need to know about a family visit to Horsey Windpump.

Family visiting Morston Quay dressed for Winter

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Family activities at Morston Quay

From seal trips to walks along the North Norfolk coast and picnic spots, here's what you need to know about a family visit to Morston Quay.

A group of children having completed their sand sculpture of a dinosaur on the beach at Brancaster

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Family days out at Brancaster beach

Plan a fun-filled day out at Brancaster beach. With its wide expanse of golden sands, it is perfect for sandcastles, wanders, picnics and paddling.

Two children lying in a pile of autumn leaves at Castle Ward, County Down

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Top ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities to do in autumn

Autumn opens up a world of new adventures for kids. Discover the best activities from our ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’, including playing conkers and foraging for wild food.

Two children in coats and wellies walk along the path with umbrellas up towards East Riddlesden Hall, Yorkshire

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Top ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities to do when it’s raining

We've compiled a selection of items from the ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ list that are perfect for rainy days, so grab your waterproofs and get involved.