Children & nature

We're on a mission to reconnect a generation of children with nature and the outdoors through nature-related activities for kids

A boy standing on a tree trunk looking at Blickling Hall
Family exploring Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal, North Yorkshire

Go on a Percy the Park Keeper winter wander trail 

Percy the Park Keeper needs your help this winter. Join Percy and his animal friends on a fun family activity trail at many of our places in December and January and give nature a helping hand.

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Families walking through mud in the woods at Nymans

‘50 things to do before you're 11¾’ 

Get up close and personal with nature by trying '50 things to do before you're 11¾'. Whether it's making friends with a bug or stargazing, there's loads to do, wherever you are.

Start your adventure
Gently squash the mixture into all the holes in your pine cone

Learn something new 

Have you ever wanted to have a go at making a bird feeder, reading a compass or spotting a water vole? Follow one of our many how to guides and become an expert in something new in no time.

Exploring winter ice at Cragside, Northumberland

Junior membership 

We have a £10 junior membership to inspire the next generation of nature and heritage lovers. Discover the benefits and get answers to any questions you may have.

Your questions answered
2022 Nature Month-by Month: A Children's Almanac book cut out against a blue background

Discover nature every month 

Connect with nature and the world around you as you take a journey through the seasons with this Nature Month-by Month: A Children's Almanac. You'll find everything from nature spotter guides to indoor and outdoor craft ideas, seasonal recipes and celebrations of special events. It's a perfect gift that the whole family will love.

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family on a winter trail

For families 

We've plenty to keep families busy whatever the weather. Every season brings new things to see and do – explore our garden shed of fun for some great days in nature.

Things to do

Find out what events and activities are on at a place near you

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