Activities at Killerton

The Christmas trail

Toad, Raty, Mole and Badger are now hibernating.

Killerton parkrun

Get your running shoes and bring your friends and family for a fun 5km run every week.

Guided walks around the parkland

Join our knowledgeable parkland guides on a walk to find out more about the landscape, history and wildlife of the historic parkland.

The 6 best places to see spring flowers at Killerton

Spring is just around the corner and we've chosen the six best places to the see signs of spring on your visit.

Horse riding at Killerton

You can explore Killerton's historic parkland and Ashclyst Forest on horseback.

The chapel

A day at Killerton isn't complete without a visit to Killerton's chapel. The grounds of the chapel are a quiet place to seek comfort and reflect.

Stretch your legs at Killerton

Whether you're here for a dog walk, a gentle stroll to enjoy the views, or an adventure with your young explorers, the outdoors at Killerton has a walk for you.

Bringing your dog to Killerton

With miles of paths and tracks, dogs love walkies at Killerton. Find out where you can go with your dog, where they can run off the lead and take a look at some dog-friendly walking routes.

A magical forest

One of the largest woods in East Devon, Ashclyst is a haven for butterflies, bluebells and birds. You'll find four way-marked trails and plenty of car parking - a great place for a walk on the wild side.

The lost house

Have you visited Killerton's lost house? Walk up to the house to find out why it was never finished and remained hidden for 240 years.

Killerton garden autumn walk

Enjoy a stroll around the house garden whilst taking in the palette of colours in the garden during autumn.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 1.0 mile (1.6km)

Getting active on the Killerton estate

Killerton is a great place to get active. with parkrun, cycle routes, sports events and lots of open space there's something for everyone.

Deodar Glen Walk

This dog-friendly walk follows a nineteenth century carriage drive though traditional parkland before finishing with a close up view of the old quarry and extinct volcano. It can get muddy so unsuitable for pushchairs.

• Easy
• 1 hour 30 mins
• 2.5 miles (4.0km)

Killerton garden spring walk

Enjoy a walk around the garden in spring to nature's wonders, including spectacular spring blossom.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 1.0 mile (1.6km)

Killerton garden winter walk

Explore the garden at Killerton in winter to see such gems as the Tibetan Cherry Tree and the carpets of cyclamen.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 1.0 mile (1.6km)

Ashclyst Forest butterfly walk

A leisurely walk in the Ashclyst Forest along sunken lanes, woodland rides and through broad-leaved and coniferous woodland.

• Moderate
• 4 hours
• 4.0 miles (6.4km)

Killerton ancient trees walk

This walk highlights some of the many ancient trees around the garden and park, but do look around you as you follow the walk for many more.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 2.0 miles (3.2km)

Killerton toddler and buggy walk

Take a mini walk perfect for little legs and pushchairs through the hillside garden and park at Killerton.

• Easy
• 30 mins
• 1.5 miles (2.4km)