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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

Children’s creative writing and illustration workshop 

Join local children's author and illustrator Joseph Witchall for a creative writing and illustration workshop for children in the Lorna Doone Valley.

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on
5 Aug to 26 Aug 2025
at
10:30 to 12:30
+ 1 other date or time
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.

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on
5 Aug to 30 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 15:00
+ 22 other dates or times
Event

Guided Butterfly Walk 

Join the knowledgeable ranger team on a guided walk to discover the butterflies and pollinators of the Doone Valley.

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on
7 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 13:00
Event

Forest school at Lorna Doone 

Join our ranger team for a day of fun and building confidence in the outdoors while learning new skills.

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on
11 Aug to 27 Oct 2025
at
10:00 to 12:00
+ 7 other dates or times