Summer family adventures in and around East Sussex

Find something to do with the whole family throughout the summer holidays at our special places in and around East Sussex. Join the Jungle Book trail or take part in a First World War weekend at Bateman’s . Explore and learn more about nature on Bodiam’s 50 things trail. Or try some historic childhood activities, games and trails at Scotney following in the footsteps of the Hussey children. Check our information for family facilities, including baby-changing and access information for little ones travelling on four-wheels. When you spend family time with us, you help us look after wild spaces for years to come.

Children playing in the summer
Scotney Castle   Kent

Summer family fun at Scotney Castle

This summer, bring the whole family to Scotney Castle. Explore the garden and estate, follow trails and have a go at some of our 50 things to do before you're 11¾.

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A view to the gatehouse entrance from the courtyard at Bodiam Castle in East Sussex
Bodiam Castle   East Sussex

Summer outdoors at Bodiam Castle

Enjoy getting outdoors this summer at Bodiam Castle. Bring the family and enjoy archery, 50 Things challenges and a Summer I-Spy trail.

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Mother and two children in garden
Bateman's   East Sussex

Summer holiday activities at Bateman's

Enjoy the summer holidays outdoors at Bateman's this year. Join us for our Jungle Book trail or World War I weekend or just explore the estate or the garden and stop by the tea room for a piece of our 'flavour of the month' cake.

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The house and garden in June at Smallhythe Place
Smallhythe Place   Kent

Summer holidays at Smallhythe Place

A summer visit to Smallhythe Place. With new exhibitions, kids' crafts activities, colourful gardens and performances in The Barn Theatre and in the open-air, it's the perfect time to explore and spend some quality time with the family.

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Family walking by the river
Sissinghurst Castle Garden   Kent

The Dragonfly Trail

Enjoy a day of family fun as you trail our dragonfly while covering vegetable gardens, gardens, woodlands and lakes. There's lots of fun activities for you to try along the way as well as finding out about the key conservation work which helps protect our estate. Pick a map up from visitor reception when you arrive to begin your adventure.

How will you do in the summer trail at Sheffield Park and Garden this summer?
Sheffield Park and Garden   East Sussex

Summer adventures for families at Sheffield Park and Garden

There's more than ever to keep young explorers busy at Sheffield Park this summer. Families will love our Canadians in the Park trail, and with our natural play area and 50 things activities, it is the ideal season to visit.

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