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Little Acorns at Coleton Fishacre

Come along and join in a free Little Acorns sessions for under 5’s at Coleton Fishacre.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Discover the magic of the season with your little ones at Coleton Fishacre.

During term time, explore the garden in the quiet moments before we open to the public, and take part in lots of creative activities on a welly walk. Come dressed for messy outdoor play – whatever the weather.

Little Acorn sessions are suitable for children under 5 years old. Welly walks, activities and admission are all free. As these walks take place before opening hours, please meet at the Café.

Please note Little Acorns session do not take place during school holidays.

Times

The basics

Suitability

Children are very welcome when accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

Please meet a member of the team by Visitor Reception at 9.30am.

What to bring and wear

Please wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear. Be prepared for muddy play!

Accessibility

The welly walks and activities will take place on accessible and buggy friendly paths.

Upcoming events

National Walking Month: Historic tree trail 

From Japanese flowering cherries to Persian Ironwoods and even the Tree of Heaven, the garden at Coleton Fishacre is full of horticultural wonders. Why not join a free guided walk to discover more?

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on
8 May 2026
at 14:00 to 15:00

National Walking Month: Coastwatch walk 

Soak up the sea views and discover the maritime history of the area on this guided walk to Froward Point, a lookout station cared for by the National Coast Watch Institution.

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on
15 May 2026
at 10:30 to 12:00

National Walking Month: Coastal biodiversity with 'Life on the Edge' 

Join the team from 'Life on the Edge' to discover more about farming for nature on the coastline of the South Devon National Landscape.

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on
19 May 2026
at 10:30 to 13:00

National Walking Month: Birdsong walk 

Join us on an early morning wander around the garden at Coleton Fishacre, spotting nesting birds and listening out for birdsong. 

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on
22 May 2026
at 08:30 to 11:00