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Family days out in Wales
With fun-filled activities and exciting events, there are plenty of great family days out to be had in Wales. Explore vast Welsh castles, tick off some ’50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities, or let off steam in natural play areas. Plus, enjoy special half-term events like seasonal trails, craft sessions, and outdoor adventures, making it the perfect time for a memorable family getaway.
Family days out in North Wales
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Chirk Castle and Garden
This Easter, celebrate the Welsh legend of St Melangell, patron saint of hares, with a family trail ending at a giant willow hare sculpture. Keep an eye out for real hares across the estate! Join us for Hare Hapa Zome Craft Sessions, where you’ll create vibrant hare prints using the Japanese art of plant pounding. A fun, eco-friendly craft to take home as a unique keepsake!
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Erddig Hall and Garden
This Easter, join the Pot of Gold Quest at Erddig! Follow a brave boy’s journey to find the legendary pot of gold, solving puzzles and completing challenges along the way. Escape the Wolf’s Lair, knock down pirates' blockades, and more! After the quest, let the little adventurers enjoy the Wolf’s Den play area, with rope swings, balance beams, and den-building fun. A perfect Easter adventure for the whole family!
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Penrhyn Castle and Garden
Hop into the Easter holidays with family fun at Penrhyn Castle! Take part in our Easter trail, explore the beautiful grounds, enjoy outdoor art, create music in the woods, join in an Easter tea party, and try your hand at welly throwing. Finish the trail for a special treat and take home an activity sheet to remember your day. There’s something for everyone to enjoy this spring at Penrhyn Castle!
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Plas Newydd House and Garden
This spring, Plas Newydd is the perfect place for little adventurers! Explore colourful gardens full of daffodils, camellias, and magnolias, and discover hidden treasures in the Rhododendron Garden. Kids can climb the treehouse for amazing views and keep an eye out for red squirrels! Join our fun-filled Easter trail with 10 exciting activity stations—create a honeybee waggle dance, solve clues, dress up for a performance, and make music with the bird band! Plus, enjoy a tasty ice cream during your adventure.
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Bodnant Garden
This Easter, bring the family to Bodnant’s 80-acre garden for a fun egg hunt adventure! Discover all kinds of eggs, from tiny insect eggs under rocks to the biggest bird eggs in the garden. As you explore, learn about the daffodils in the Old Park, with fun facts and a photo spot by the Ha ha for the perfect springtime snap.
Family days out in Mid-Wales
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Powis Castle and Garden
Hop into fun at the garden with a self-led family trail through stunning terraces, the formal garden, and peaceful woodlands. Discover interactive activities as you explore the beautiful landscape. After your adventure, relax in the courtyard café with a delicious range of food and a kid-friendly menu. A perfect way to enjoy the outdoors with the whole family!
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Llanerchaeron
Celebrate spring with the Easter Trail at Llanerchaeron! Explore the beautiful grounds and enjoy interactive, sensory activities inspired by nature and the season. Visit the farm to meet adorable baby animals, watch wildlife by the lake, and join in fun activities in the walled garden. There’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Family days out in South Wales
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Tredegar House
Step back in time this Easter at Tredegar House! Join Percy and Lulu from the 1920s for a fun-filled Garden Fête with traditional games like coconut shy and hoopla. Explore the mansion where Lulu worked, and take part in an Easter trail through the gardens Percy helped maintain. Perfect for a family picnic and a springtime adventure!
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Dyffryn Gardens
Join the Easter fun at Dyffryn Gardens, where there’s something for every generation! Try the colourful ‘egg run,’ chicken croquet, and a unique ‘splat the egg’ game, along with an egg and spoon race with a twist. Handmade by our talented volunteers, each game is crafted with love using natural and recycled materials, making it a one-of-a-kind, eco-friendly experience. A perfect mix of timeless fairground fun and Easter memories for the whole family
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Dinefwr
Join us for a family-friendly Easter trail at Dinefwr! Explore the newly accessible trail around the Ice House, discovering flowers, birds, and the wonders of nature. Enjoy a vibrant parade and art installation created with the local LGBTQ+ community, showcasing biodiversity and the beauty of the Welsh landscape. A fun, inspiring day for all ages!
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Colby Woodland Garden
This Easter, explore Colby Woodland Garden’s vibrant spring blooms with our family-friendly Easter trail. Enjoy the beauty of the woodland in full bloom while taking part in fun activities like welly wanging and learning about ocean plastics. These activities will inspire all ages to think creatively about climate action and reuse, making it the perfect opportunity to create lasting memories. A wonderful spring adventure for everyone!
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Houses and buildings in Wales
Explore magnificent Welsh mansions and their collections, from ancestral homes to buildings designed by renowned architects. Discover the history and tales from bygone days, in breath-taking settings across Wales.
Castles and forts in Wales
Step into a medieval fortress with dungeons at Chirk or visit the home of the Welsh princes at Powis Castle. Discover some of the finest and most famous castles in Wales.
Gardens and parks in Wales
Visit an amazing collection of gardens and parks in Wales. From walled gardens to arboretums and countryside estates, there’s plenty to explore.