Family fun at The Weir Garden

Visitors enjoying the snow at The Weir — Family exploring the riverside garden | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Take a stroll next to the river, do some wildlife spotting, let of some steam in the natural play area, and play a game of hide and seek in nature's playground.

February half term

The Weir Wonders trail

Saturday 15 - Sunday 23 February

Learn how archaeologist's use clues from the past to piece together stories about ancient cultures. Along the trail, there are stations encouraging young explorers to get creative and pick up their colouring tools. From mosaic puzzles, archaeological digs to helping decorate a large cut out Roman-pot, come and be a part of our journey into history.

Pick up your trail sheet from Visitor Reception. £3 per trail with a prize included (normal admission applies).

Exploring in nature

Unwind as you make you way around the weaving pathways, spot the 1920s features such as the boathouse and rockery, listen to the bubbling river as you look for birds and mammals and enjoy the seasonal delights of the walled garden.

The riverside garden and walled garden are ten acres altogether, so make for a lovely family stroll. The garden is built onto the banks of the Wye so is not really suitable for pushchairs due to tree roots and steps, but little legs will be fine wandering around with a little extra help.

ather holding a baby laughs while walking beside a small child holding a map. In the background, frost and winter trees cover the Weir Garden. — What will you discover at The Weir Garden? | © Gabriella Karney

Play

The play area is a great spot also let off some steam. Climb aboard the secret tree house and exploring the trees. Spot creepy crawlies in the wild garden and find all the colours of the rainbow in the rockery.

There’s no better place to spend a day, having good old fashioned fun. Maybe play hide and seek or see what you can spot under rocks together. There’s no age limit to spending good quality time together, bring your camera and make memories that will last a lifetime.

The National Trust’s ‘50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾' is a great way to try some self-led activities in the garden. Print or download the list here and discover what fun activities you can try whilst here.

Facilities

There are no catering facilities or shop at The Weir but ample spots to sit and eat a picnic. The WCs are located at the top of the riverside garden and include baby changing facilities.