For families

Delve into our garden shed of fun activities for the kids throughout the seasons. Explore days out, things to do at home and more. There's lots to do outdoors and indoors, come rain or shine

Child with a butterfly net at Crom, County Fermanagh
Fell Foot Park, Cumbria

Summer family activities for every adventurer 

There are lots of summer family activities at places near you. We've got nature trails to keep the kids entertained, peaceful gardens to discover and outdoor games for sunny afternoons.

Find a summer activity
A child holds an ammonite fossil found on the beach

Top '50 things' to do in summer 

Going on a nature scavenger hunt, making friends with a bug and paddling in a stream – discover all these simple summer pleasures and more with ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’.

Become a nature explorer
Enjoying a family summer walk

Top family walks 

A fun family day out doesn't have to be expensive or complicated. We've picked our favourite family trails for you to explore the great outdoors at the places we care for.

Visitors admiring flowers in a garden

Top gardens for children 

Planning a day out the whole family will enjoy? Let children's imaginations run free as they explore family-friendly gardens. The kids will love connecting with nature and it's a great way to feel refreshed.

Cycling at Osterley Park and House, London

Great places for a family bike ride 

Head out as a family and explore the countryside on two wheels. Woods and parklands are perfect for little legs (and older ones too) to pedal around and enjoy the wide open space.

Common blue butterflies on Stockbridge Down

Top spots for summer wildlife 

Warmer days are the perfect excuse to get outdoors, especially when there's lots of summer wildlife to spot. From seabirds to baby deer, there are plenty of highlights to look out for.

Go wildlife spotting
Girl making a bug house

‘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 ten ideas for activities that you can do in your own back garden, nearest park or outdoor green space.

50 things activities in your back garden
Family sharing a picnic

Perfect picnic spots 

Pack a hamper, round up friends and family and enjoy a leisurely lunch in the sun. Whether you're looking for a coastal, woodland or open parkland spot, find the best places near you for a picnic.

Find your perfect spot
A family enjoying a walk ioutside the Barbican at Penrhyn Castle

Top 10 castles 

With their towering turrets and fairy-tale towers, have fun exploring some of the most interesting and enchanting ruins and castles, encountering characters from the past and stepping back in time.

Visitors in the Billiard Room at Polesden Lacey, Surrey

Kids' indoor activities for rainy days 

How do you keep the kids entertained on a rainy day? Head to one of the special places we look after for some great activities that won't be ruined by a downpour.

Things to do

Get some inspiration for activities to do on your own or with family. You won't be short of things to do this summer.

Ideas for things to do