Family days out in Buckinghamshire

In the depths of winter, the days are short and and the months can seem awfully long. Hibernation indoors is tempting, but not an option with kids who are coiled, spring-like, with pent-up energy.

The only thing for it, is to get the whole family out of the house for a change of scene and run-about in the outdoors. Our places in and around Buckinghamshire feel particularly special in winter. They're quieter, with acres of space to run and play.

Gardens and parkland are sculptural in their sleep, but there are sticks, cones and acorns to find. There are robins and blue tits looking for seeds and company. On a warmish day you might spot squirrels searching out their winter stash for a snack.

Whatever the weather, your family will get a warm welcome from us this winter.

Two little girls splashing in puddle with parents in background
Walking trail 

7 ways to get kids out for a walk

A child who has run around in the fresh air is so much nicer to be around. And if it’s in a beautiful place then we’re happy too. But persuading a child away from a screen in a cosy room into the cold outdoors for a walk can be tricky. Here are a few tips that will hopefully lead to some happy outdoor adventures.

Read our 7 top tips
Teen family on a walk by the Thames at Maidenhead and Cookham Commons

How to get your teenager out for a winter walk 

Trial and tribulation has brought us to the conclusion that there are just three ways to prize your teen off the sofa and into the fresh air. Use these judiciously and you'll be so glad you did.

Find out how to get your teen out on a winter walk
Children in wellies walking on a muddy path

Great walks for kids in the Chilterns 

It can be hard to get kids out of the door to go on the same old walks. Here are some great, kid-friendly walks in the Chilterns with step-by-step directions so there's no danger of getting lost.

Head out on a kid-friendly walk in the Chilterns
Children walking along a muddy path
Hughenden   Buckinghamshire

Fun for families at Hughenden

Hughenden has lots to offer for a fun family day out, from a woodland playground with trees to climb and dens to build, to the walled garden and orchard play spaces to explore.

Fun for families at Hughenden
A lake winds across the scene, with reds and banks on both sides with trees dotted along pathways. The trees are bare with no leaves and its a cold winters day.
Stowe   Buckinghamshire

Winter at Stowe

Stowe is the perfect place to enjoy crisp winter walks, with views opening up while the trees are bare. Take a moment to pause and reconnect with nature and look out for the arrival of our snowdrops.

Enjoy Stowe this winter
Children running through woods kicking up leaves
Cliveden   Buckinghamshire

50 wintery things to do before you're 11¾ at Cliveden

There’s plenty of outdoor adventures to be had in the gardens and woodlands at Cliveden, whatever the weather. How many of the 50 things can you tick off your list? Here’s our pick of some of the best things to have a go at when you visit this season. If you haven’t got your 50 things scrapbook yet, or would like some further pointers, pop into the Information Centre in the main car park on your visit.

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