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Lorna Doone family fun days

Join us for a free family fun day during the school holidays between 11 am - 3 pm. From crafting to nature discovery, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Join us for a free family fun day during the school holidays, running from 11am to 3pm.

Enjoy a day of activities, from creative crafts to exciting nature discoveries. Try your hand at lawn games like Kubb and Boccia, get creative and explore the wild play area complete with climbing frames, tunnels and games.

The Buttery Cafe will also be open, serving lunches, a selection of cakes and hot/cold drinks.

Times

The basics

Suitability

Children welcome

Meeting point

The event begins at 11am in the garden at the front of the Buttery Café. Please park in the National Trust car park at the rear of the café, EX35 6NU

What to bring and wear

This event takes place outdoors, please dress appropriately. There will be covered areas.

Accessibility

Accessible parking near to the Buttery Café available at request.

Upcoming events

Event

Guided Walk: Discover the Doone Valley 

Take part in a guided walk of the Doone Valley and discover the beauty of the Exmoor landscape.

Event summary

on
4 Jul to 3 Oct 2025
at
10:00 to 12:30
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

Summer of Play at Lorna Doone Valley 

Enjoy a day of lawn games, activities and discovery at the Field of Play at the Lorna Doone Valley.

Event summary

on
7 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 55 other dates or times
Event

Ilfracombe Red Petticoats @ The Buttery Tearoom 

Enjoy an afternoon of Morris dancing and music by local group the Ilfracombe Red Petticoats.

Event summary

on
10 Jul 2025
at
14:00 to 15:30
Event

Lorna Doone Valley archaeology spotter trail 

Discover the hidden history and archaeology of the Doone Valley on a self-led archaeology spotter trail.

Event summary

on
19 Jul to 3 Aug 2025
at
10:00 to 15:00
+ 15 other dates or times