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A family exploring the garden in winter at Dyrham Park, Gloucestershire
A family exploring the garden in winter at Dyrham Park | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

Family-friendly places near Bath and Bristol

Discover the best places to explore as a family in Bath and Bristol this season. Plan your days out for a memorable visit that the whole family will enjoy.

February half term

Dyrham Park 

Winter parkland bingo sheets will be up for grabs from visitor reception. Youngsters can tick off things in nature to spot, smell, hear or touch, encouraging visitors to immerse themselves in the seasonal landscape of the parkland. Historical fancy dress clothes will be provided in the Tasting Kitchen for an insight into what it would feel like to be a lady or gentleman in the 17th century.

Visitors on a traditional winter trail through the parkland at Dyrham Park, Gloucestershire

Avebury 

Pick up a free Wild Winter Spotter Trail sheet from the barn at Avebury. The sheet features a variety of birds, plants, animals and seasonal sights and sounds for you to tick off as you explore. Arts and crafts fans can also take part in a free activity in the barn.

A woman and two children are walking hand-in-hand between large standing stones at the Avebury stone circle, with green grass and the henge bank in the background.

The New Beginnings Trail at Newark Park 

Explore the garden and discover activity stations nestled among snowdrops—the ultimate symbol of new beginnings.

Snowdrops at Newark Park

Lacock 

Follow the flowers. How many first signs of spring can you spot in the annual Lacock Flower Count? Collect a free spotter sheet and wind your ways around the paths in the gardens and woodland.

Woman holds a small child looking at leaf.

Places to visit with your family in Bath and Bristol

Discover all the best places to explore with your family for a great day out.

Dyrham Park 

Find out what’s on for families this season at Dyrham Park with information on upcoming events and year-round facilities.

Visitors on a winter trail through the parkland at Dyrham Park

Tyntesfield 

Looking for fun family activities to do? Whether you're after outdoor games for the kids or just a relaxing picnic in nature, we've got plenty for you to enjoy.

A child dressed for winter in pink wellies and a bobble hat jumping across log stepping stones

Lacock 

Seasonal blooms, activity trails, medieval architecture and photographic discovery: have a fun-filled adventure at Lacock Abbey.

Two children in the Botanic Garden at Lacock look at a flower spotter sheet

Newark Park 

There's plenty for families to enjoy throughout the seasons at Newark Park.

A child climbs the rope bridge to reach play fort at Newark Park, Gloucestershire

Avebury 

With plenty of space, fresh air and history all around, Avebury is a perfect place to bring the family, whatever the time of year.

Two adults and two children make their way through the gate at Avebury, Wiltshire

Stourhead 

Find out the family-friendly things to do at Stourhead, from events in the garden to exploring the house.

A family visiting Stourhead during the winter

Ideas for rainy days

Top ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities to do when it’s raining 

We've compiled a selection of items from the ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ list that are perfect for rainy days, so grab your waterproofs and get involved.

Boy jumping in a puddle. The boy is wearing a woolly hat and wellies

There's lots to do even on a drizzly day at Dyrham Park 

Get togged up and explore the parkland, sheltering in the Old Lodge cafe if needed, or embrace an entirely indoor day out as the house and exhibition are filled with interactive opportunities for all ages.

Two adults and a child peek up into a chimney above a stove inside the house at Dyrham Park, Gloucestershire

Fun whatever the weather at Tyntesfield 

Inevitable rainy days needn't put you off a day trip to Tyntesfield, just outside of Bristol. Downpours can be dodged in the house, orangery and walled garden, there's an undercover play area at Home Farm (conveniently placed for a stop in the Cow Barn Cafe) and the second hand bookshop has a great selection of children's books if you're looking for wet weather entertainment to take home.

Two visitors and volunteer looking at a map at Tyntesfield, Somerset

Find a family-friendly place near you 

Looking for a family day out that'll keep everyone entertained? Find things to do with the kids at the places we care for near you.

Family walking in Rowallane Garden, County Down, surrounded by autumnal colours
Tyntesfield House in Spring

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