Family-friendly things to do at Staunton Harold

Child climbing on a net in the playground — Child climbing in the playground | © National Trust/Annapurna Mellor

From adventures in the playground to walks through the wildflower meadows, there’s plenty of ways to enjoy a great family day out at Staunton Harold. Find out what family-friendly events are coming up and all the information you need to make the most of your visit.

October half term

Calling all leaf crunchers! Stomp over to Staunton Harold this half term to take part in our giant leaf hunt.

As you hunt down the different leaves around the site, don't forget to look up and appreciate nature's spectacular show.

Children enjoying the autumn leaves at Dyffryn Gardens, Wales — Connect with nature this half term | © National Trust Images/John Millar

Leaf hunt

Get active

Connect with nature this autumn on a waymarked walk. The wildflower walk is perfect for little legs, wheelchairs, and buggies. Or take a stroll through the woods and enjoy crunching through the leaves.

Alternatively, bring along your bikes and enjoy a family ride. The tarmac path that runs parallel to the wildflower meadows is great for little legs to gain confidence.

Plan your route

Please be respectful of others

All paths at Staunton Harold are multi-use, so please be mindful of other users and share with care.

Image shows a family of three cycling along a path alongside the wildflower meadows, flourishing with yellow buttercups. In the background you can see views across the water. — Family enjoying a bike ride at Staunton Harold | © National Trust/Annapurna Mellor

Pitch up and play

With plenty of open space, load the car with your favourite games and enjoy an afternoon of family fun. What games will you bring?

For those seeking a bigger adventure, go wild in the playground and enjoy climbing, swinging, and spinning.

Why not complete some of your '50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ at Staunton Harold? Find a spot in the woods to build a den, get to know a tree, or join nature’s band and see what sounds you can make in nature. If you’re new to ‘50 things’, pick up a wallchart and stickers from the café to begin your nature adventures.

Looking after Staunton Harold

You can help us look after Staunton Harold by:

Taking any litter home with you.

Staying out of the water – for your own safety, there’s no water access for you or your four-legged friends. Blue green algae is present at Staunton Harold, which can be fatal for dogs.

Keeping dogs on a lead around the visitor facilities, including the playground.

Leaving BBQs at home – whether that’s with gas, coal, a camping stove or however you like to cook your burgers.