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Family-friendly things to do at Lanhydrock

A girl in a pink flowery dress throwing a bean bag into the air in front o Lanhydrock house
From trails to seasonal events, there’s plenty for families to enjoy at Lanhydrock all year round | © James Beck

Find out about the different things you can do with your family at Lanhydrock, from visiting the refurbished Victorian nursery to exploring the estate by bicycle.

Easter Adventures Trail

This Easter, little explorers can head into Lanhydrock’s formal gardens for a family-friendly trail packed with games, puzzles and storytelling. As you wander through the gardens, children can piece together their own Easter story before collecting a chocolate egg at the finish.

It’s a lovely way to get everyone outdoors, enjoying the fresh spring air and the gardens as they burst into colour.

£3.50 per trail. Normal admission applies.

Planning your family visit to Lanhydrock

  • Free entry for under 5s
  • Baby changing facilities available
  • Buggy-friendly route around the garden
  • Play area at the Hub (next to Park Cafe)
  • Children's options available at the Park Cafe and Stables tea-room
  • Pocket money gifts and children's books available in the shop and Plant Centre
  • Hands-on activities and play along the Family route
Family visitors walking in the garden at Lanhydrock, Cornwall
Family visitors walking in the garden at Lanhydrock | © National Trust Images/John Millar

Things for families to do inside the house 

Play in the nursery

Lanhydrock’s newly refurbished Victorian nursery invites visitors to interact with a range of items and learn stories about the Agar-Robartes children. From board games and a theatre with props, to Punch the rocking horse, there's lots to get involved with.  

Explore the kitchen

How many days did it take a Victorian bread oven to heat up? And how did they keep their clotted cream cold? Find out all about working in a high-tech, 19th-century country house kitchen. 

Family and volunteer room guide in the Victorian kitchen at Lanhydrock, Cornwall
Family and volunteer room guide in the Victorian kitchen at Lanhydrock, Cornwall | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Things for families to do on the estate

With the Lanhydrock estate covering 900 acres, there are plenty of adventures to be had. Explore the parkland, ancient woodland and riverside walks at your leisure.  

Go for a bike ride

Enjoy one of the exciting cycle trails, which are designed for a range of abilities, or burn off some steam around the parkland. 

Find out more about cycling at Lanhydrock

Let off some steam in the play area 

Next to The Park café, you'll find the children's play area, which is equipped with everything needed to keep kids enthralled. 

Play a ball game 

If you want to play games then make your way further onto the parkland, where there's plenty of open space to throw a ball, make goal posts with jumpers, or simply spread out your picnic rug.

Take a stroll 

Wander the parkland via one of the many suggested walking routes – ask one of the team for a leaflet. 

Can you find the old Victorian swimming pool that was used by the Agar-Robartes children? It's a great place to spot wildlife.  

Cows picnic too

Be aware that cattle and sheep graze in the parkland at various times throughout the year.

Lady and child exploring the cycle trails at Lanhydrock
Family fun at Lanhydrock | © National Trust Images/James Dobson
Family visitors walking in the garden at Lanhydrock, Cornwall

Discover more at Lanhydrock

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