Family fun at Belton

Children enjoying some outdoor play in a den — Children enjoying some den building

Explore our fun family day out ideas including activities, family-friendly recipes and outdoor adventures. Make the most of your day out with the kids at Belton House.

Christmas at Belton

Surround yourself with sparkle this Christmas. Find moments to share, with brand new bright lights and larger-than-life illuminations.

‘50 things’ to do at Belton House

Get closer to nature with ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’. There’s plenty of outdoor activities to do all year round, from watching the sunset to running barefoot. Plan your next adventure at Belton.

Summer sneak peek:

Our team are hard at work preparing a family fun plan for summer! From classic sports games and active playdays, to getting stuck in with a challenge card, everyone can enjoy making memories. Check back close to the time for more information.

Keep them entertained

Young girl playing on wooden climbing frame

Belton's adventure playground

Set within an ancient wilderness swing, dangle, wobble, climb and jump your way through, across and over National Trust’s largest outdoor adventure playground. Belton is perfect for family fun, and great for exploring some of the 50 things to do before you’re 11¾, all year round.

The Ride Play Café

Here grown-ups get the opportunity to enjoy a refreshment or two while the kids play. Full of challenging fun for younger children, this is adventure play, not soft play. During term times, there will be early years and sensory play equipment available for younger visitors.

A gardener weeding in summer at Eyam Hall and Craft Centre, Derbyshire

Summer gardening tips

Would you like to get more out of your summer blooms? Get some answers from our gardening experts on how to garden during the warmest season.

Children investigating a bug with a microscope

'50 things' activities to do in your back garden

Even bold adventurers don't need to go too far from home to tick off challenges from the '50 things' activity list. Here are our top ideas for activities that you can do in your own back garden or outdoor green space

Learn new skills with our how to guides

Have you ever wanted to learn how to make your own bird feeder? We've got plenty of how to guides for you to discover, from how to make your own compost, to how to green clean your home.

Away from it all

A bumble bee amongst the lavender in the Dutch garden at Belton House, Lincolnshire

Summer scents

The Italian Garden and classical Orangery were designed by Sir Jeffry Wyattville circa 1820. A summer stroll here will reward you with a vibrant display of dahlias and lush herbaceous borders. Fragrant lavender beds form part of the parterre planting in the Dutch Garden which leads towards Belton's famous sundial and gently sloping Pleasure Grounds.

Dog walking

Explore a variety of woodland, hills and streams with your four-legged friend. Please always keep your dog on a short lead.

Book your tickets

Tuesday - Thursday tickets (mansion closed)

To check availability and book your place for a visit to Belton on Tuesday - Thursday, click here. Please note, the ticket will give you admission to the whole site and the mansion is closed on these days.

Belton House, Lincolnshire, framed with green trees and a blue sky.

Friday - Monday tickets (mansion open)

To check availability and book your place for a visit to Belton on Friday - Monday, click here. Please note, the ticket will give you admission to the whole site, including the mansion, which is open between 12.30pm and 5pm (last entry at 4pm).