A family day out at Stourhead

Adults and children wrapped up warm walk down a track away from the house at Stourhead — Autumn walks in the garden at Stourhead, Wiltshire | © National Trust Images/Arnhel de Serra

There's always lots going on at Stourhead to help you spend time together as a family. Find out what activities you can join to make the most of your next visit – and discover all the facilities available for families.

Storytime with Father Christmas

Join us for some festive magic. Create cosy Christmas crafts, gallop with hobby-reindeer and snuggle up for a festive story with Father Christmas in his magical grotto. Book your tickets.

Adventures inside Stourhead House

A brand-new children’s spotter trail is now available from the Entrance Hall of the house. Grab a spotter trail flip book from a member of the friendly house team as you enter and head off on an adventure through the showrooms. Using the clues, can you spot the special items around the house?

Children’s activity stations can also be found throughout the house. Perhaps you’ll plan your own grand tour around the world, take a big sniff of the smelling tins, play the Pesky Pests card game, or dress up in servants’ clothes. Whichever you choose, there’s plenty of exploration and playing to be done while learning about the history of Stourhead.

Become a climate superhero

Head over to the Granary in the Stableyard and learn how to become a climate superhero. Children and adults alike can learn about climate adaptation and what the National Trust and Stourhead are doing to adapt to the climate. Panels filled with climate insights line the walls, as well as a climate themed children's book corner and toy shelf.

Explorer map

Fancy an adventure? Pick up your Explorer Map at Visitor Reception and enjoy 16 activities and games to help you get closer to nature and discover Stourhead. The Explorer Map includes plenty of ideas to make the most of your visit and is fun for all the family.

Natural play area

Families are able to enjoy the natural play area and enjoy a swing, clamber on the climbing ropes, and enjoy all the fun on offer.

Visitors waiting by the shuttle bus stop at Stourhead, Wiltshire | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Visiting with family checklist

Free entry for under 5s.
Baby-changing facilities.
Buggy friendly paths around the garden.
Balls, bikes, frisbees, skateboards and scooters aren't allowed in the garden, so please leave these at home.