A family day out at Stourhead

Visitors enjoying a warm drink outside the cafe at Stourhead, Wiltshire | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

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.

Winter scavenger hunt

Did you know that ducks quack with different accents depending on where they live, and that a spider's web is made of silk? Discover all this and more by picking up a free winter scavenger hunt from visitor reception and ticking off all the winter wonders you spot around the garden, as well as learning some surprising nature facts.

February half term: Frog's wonderfully watery adventure

Pull on your wellies and join Frog for a watery adventure around Stourhead’s lake. Come rain or shine, enjoy six water-inspired activities and discover why Frog loves the rain. You can pick up your free trail booklet from visitor reception.

Easter Trail

Spring into action on our egg-cellent Easter adventure this spring. Take part in the 10 exciting Easter-themed activities around the garden, and collect a chocolate egg as your reward. The Easter trail costs £3.50 per child, normal admission applies. Plan your Easter visit.

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.

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.

Adventures inside Stourhead House

When the house reopens on Saturday 8 March, head inside and grab a children’s spotter trail from the Entrance Hall. Using the clues, head off on an adventure through the showrooms. 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.

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.