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Family-friendly things to do at Upton House and Gardens

Toddler amongst a sea of yellow daffodils at Sizergh. He is wearing a green jumper and blue glasses.
Enjoy spring fun | © National Trust Images/Annapurna Mellor

Bring the family for a fun-filled day out at Upton House and Gardens. Join in with outdoor activities, and see what we have planned coming up over spring and early summer.

Family Friendly Events

Easter egg hunt at Upton House and Gardens

5 April - 27 April, 10am - 4pm. Normal admission applies and £3.50 per child. 

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Upton House and Gardens on an Easter trail. Make your way along the trail and find activities for the whole family inspired by nature and creativity. Pick up your activity pack at visitor reception which 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.

 

Summer evening jazz

Saturday 5 July, 6pm - 8pm. Pre booking essential. Adult £18:50, Child £11:50, Family £50 On the night at the venue: Adult £20:50, Child £12:50 Family £52.

Join us for an evening of Big Band music in Upton's stunning outdoors with a variety of musical styles: swing, Latin, classic and more!

 

Pride and Prejudice by Illyria

Sturday 9 August, 6pm - 8.30pm. Pre booking essential, Adult £18:50, Child £11:50, Family £50. On the night at the venue (subject to availability): Adult £20:50, Child £12:50 Family £52. 

Following seven sell-out seasons of this sparkling adaptation, award-winning Illyria returns to celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday in style. Bring a picnic, and something to sit on, and enjoy her at her vibrant, forthright, bitchy best! Running time: 140-minutes (approximately), including a 20-minute interval. Suitable for all ages.

 

Upton's Woodland Walk 

Come and explore the Woodland Walk. Discover exciting wildlife while climbing over logs, through tunnels and around tree stumps. Warm up with a hot treat or light lunch at the Pavilion Cafe after the exploring. 

 

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Discover the woodland walk | © National Trust Images/Rob Stothard
The north front of Upton House and Gardens, Warwickshire in summer

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