Discover more at The Vyne
Find out when The Vyne is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Family-friendly things to do at The Vyne
Looking ahead to February half-term, don't miss the Pirate Puzzle Challenge in the gardens running 14-22 February, 10am-4pm. Click on 'Planning your family visit' below to get the best out of your day.
Looking ahead to February half-term
Pirate Puzzle Challenge
14-22 February | 10am-4pm
Swash-buckling fun awaits on this interactive family puzzle trail for ages 6+. Collect your trail sheet from visitor reception and work together to find and solve 6 pirate-themed puzzles hidden in The Vyne’s gardens. Normal admission applies.
From the award winning Paradox Parlours, this is a fantastic introduction for children, to the fun and thinking of Escape Rooms. Help solve the puzzles, which unlock the boxes, that give clues, to help complete the trail and find the treasure. It's a delightful fusion of fun and learning, where the joy of discovery reigns supreme.
Play area
Little ones can explore the outdoors in the natural play area created especially for very young children just off the Lime Avenue.
If it rains, you can head to the:
- gift shop
- Brewhouse tea-room (for a hot chocolate)
- house
- and show the kids a secret Tudor peephole concealed in the panelling of The Study on the ground floor.
- There's also a very young, slim Henry VIII depicted in the chapel stained-glass windows.
- On the ground floor there's a second hand bookshop with a cushioned bay window where you can sit and read books.
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