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

Children playing in the woods at Hardy's Cottage, Dorset
Visitors at Dyffryn House and Gardens, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales

May half-term activities for all the family 

Get closer to nature and let your imagination run wild this May half-term. From nature trails to family theatre performances, you can discover a whole range of activities to entertain the family.

Plan your May half term
Girl exploring the orchard at Ardress House, County Armagh, Northern Ireland

Top '50 things' to do in spring 

Spring is a great time to run wild in the fresh air and try some of our top family-friendly adventures. From racing snails to bringing up butterflies, there’s a lot to discover at this time of year with '50 things to do before you're 11¾'.

Discover springtime adventures
Family walking around Trelissick, Cornwall

Top family walks 

A great family day out doesn't have to be expensive or complicated. We've picked our favourite family trails for you to explore, get the whole family outdoors to get active this winter.

Visitors admiring flowers in a garden

Our top gardens for children 

Planning a day out the whole family will enjoy? Let your children's or grandchildren's imaginations run free as they explore our 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 

What could be better than heading out as a family and exploring the countryside on two wheels? Our woods and parklands are perfect for little legs (and older ones too) to pedal around. It's no. 11 of our ‘50 things to do before you're 11¾’ - explore on wheels.

Brockhampton lambs

Places you can see lambs 

Newborn lambs are one of the earliest signs of spring, emerging on unsteady legs at farms and in fields all across the country. Lambs and sheep are vital in habitat management, because their grazing helps vegetation to thrive. Discover the best places to see lambs.

Visit our newborn lambs
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
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, 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

If you're in need of some more inspiration for days out and activities to do on your own, with family or friends, look no further. You won't be short of things to do this spring.

Ideas for things to do