Fun for all the family at Blickling Estate

Discover fun for all the family every day of the week at Blickling Estate. There's always something to spark the imagination of your little explorers...

A girl makes a leaf angel by lying on the forest floor.

Half term fun at Blickling Estate 

This half term, hire bikes and discover the estate, run wild in the garden or step back in time and explore the house.

Discover the garden​

Collect a map on arrival and head out on an adventure around the colourful gardens. Find the secret tunnels, squishy trees, sundial and more. There's plenty of fun to be had, from a family game of hide and seek between the yew hedges, to a picnic in the long grass. 

Explore the wider estate

There are so many things to do around the estate and plenty of opportunities to tick off some of your '50 things'. Why not build a den, fly a kite or create some wild art? 

Hire bikes from our cycle hub or bring your own. Why not pack a picnic and make a day of it? Our multi-use trail is specifically designed for families to enjoy, offering a safe route through the estate. Find out more about the multi-use trail.

Three children on bikes in woodland

On your bike at Blickling Estate 

With a variety of bikes for all ages, including electric bikes, trailers and balance bikes, the whole family can enjoy getting out into the parkland. You're welcome to bring your own bikes too, so pack a picnic and get planning your adventure.

A boy building a den in the woods
Blickling Estate   Norfolk

Our top '50 Things' at Blickling Estate

Whether you’re a keen cyclist, an enthusiastic explorer or a budding gardener, join us throughout the year at Blickling Estate and enjoy ticking off some of your ’50 Things’…

Discover '50 Things' at Blickling Estate...
Freshly baked scones at the National Trust

Eating at Blickling Estate 

Muddy Boots and The Stables Café are open, offering a range of hot and cold drinks as well as a selection of one pots, light bites, sandwiches and cakes. Whether you want to top up your picnic, grab and go or take time to enjoy a coffee with friends, take a look at what's available at Blickling Estate.

Good to know

  • Baby changing can be found at Estate Barn in the main car park, or down in the farmyard area
  • You are welcome to picnic anywhere in the parkland or gardens, but please take your litter home with you 
  • There are plenty of buggy-friendly paths around the garden and parkland, just grab a map on arrival

Nature craft activities for kids

Blackbird, North Yorkshire Moors

How to make cardboard binoculars 

Make these ‘binoculars’ to help spot birds from your window, garden or while out on a walk. They're easy to create and will help little ones to pick out and enjoy the birds around them.

Blue tit chicks in nesting box at Ravenscar, Yorkshire

How to make a nest materials box 

Families can help birds make their nests by collecting materials they like to use. You can put these in a box, place it outside and watch birds take items to add to their homes.

Robin in the garden at Scotney Castle, Kent

How to make bird feeders 

Make these simple feeders to attract hungry birds for breakfast, lunch and tea, using an apple or kebab sticks. If you can, hang them within sight of a window so that kids can watch birds visiting their home-made creations.