Things to see & do

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Walking Festival

October 2011

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Killerton

Get walking...

Cycling

Wimpole cycle rides © NTPL/David Levenson

Explore Killerton by bike with our two new cycle tracks. Both follow a safe route starting at Killerton's stable-block. Park for free and discover the wider estate on two wheels. 

Try the 'parkrun'

Killerton Parkrun underway

Our park run is a free 5k event for runners, open to everybody of all standards and ages. It takes place every Saturday, starting at 9am. Enjoy a good run in the great oudoors with woodland tracks and grassy parkland.

What's on

Killerton can be fun for any age © NTPL/Jennie Woodcock

We host events, family activities, workshops and lecture lunches throughout the year whatever the weather. For foodies, there are monthly farmers' markets, dine out for £10 and an annual apple festival.

For families

  • DragonQuest trail in the park
  • Toddle trail in the garden
  • Mouse trail in the house
  • Try on replica period costumes
  • Discovery Centre open during school holidays
  • Victorian toys on the lawn
  • Play area
  • School holiday activities
  • Children's menu in the Killerton Kitchen restaurant
  • Tracker packs (when discovery centre is open)

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Exeter's secret back garden

Killerton garden bank with bluebells © M. Jarvis

Bluebells sprouting in woods and garden

© M. Jarvis

Killerton is a working agricultural estate guided by the seasons, home to the Acland family for centuries it was given to us in 1944 by Sir Richard Acland.

Venture out further and walk to Budlake Post Office, or visit the Markers Cottage and see the inner workings of Clyston Mill in Broadclyst.

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