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Family days out in London and the South East

A family looking at flowers in October at Morden Hall Park, London.
A family looking at flowers in early autumn at Morden Hall Park, London | © National Trust Images/Arnhel de Serra

Looking for something to do with the kids? Discover the best family-friendly places to visit in London and the South East and enjoy great days out all year round.

Days out with the kids near me

Days out with the kids in Hampshire 

Discover the top National Trust places for family days out around Hampshire, from Wild Play at Mottisfont to acres of parkland at Hinton Ampner.

Children on a Halloween trail at Mottisfont, Hampshire, in autumn

Days out with the kids in Kent 

Find the top places to visit in Kent with your family, with activity trails, natural play areas and café stops whatever the weather.

A family walks along a path covered in fallen leaves, with the house in the background at Knole, Kent

Days out with the kids in Surrey 

Find the top places to visit in Surrey with your family during half term, with ghost themed activity trails, natural play areas and café stops whatever the weather.

A family enjoying the view at Claremont Landscape Garden, Surrey

Days out with the kids in Sussex 

Find an autumn family adventure to spark the imagination in Sussex, including Nymans, Bodiam Castle, Petworth and more. Discover the best play areas, family trails and café stops.

Girl looking through binoculars

Days out with the kids in Oxford, Buckinghamshire, and Berkshire 

There's always something new for families to see and do in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Berkshire, from the magical landscape at Stowe to den-building at Basildon Park.

Children enjoying the natural play area at Hughenden, Buckinghamshire

Days out with the kids in London 

Discover quirky houses with fascinating histories to explore along with trails and activities to keep all the family entertained.

Family playing with autumn leaves in the garden at Osterley Park, London, with the house in the background

Days out with the kids on Isle of Wight 

Discover quirky houses with fascinating histories to explore along with trails and activities to keep all the family entertained.

Family playing with autumn leaves in the garden at Osterley Park, London, with the house in the background

October Half Term and Halloween Activities, Events and Family Days Out in London and the South East 

Discover October half term and Halloween activities, family events, pumpkin trails, outdoor adventures and seasonal days out at National Trust places across London and the South East.

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Autumn activities for toddlers and pre-schoolers

Story Explorers at Polesden Lacey 

A fun morning of stories, rhymes and nature-based crafts for pre-schoolers and their grown-ups.

A graphic of a tree and a bird with musical notes, books, flowers and crayons flying around them

The Gruffalo Art Adventure at Knole 

Join the adventure and discover 12 giant sculptures inspired by the beloved classic story, 'The Gruffalo'.

An illustration on a blue background of a brown creature with horns, big teeth orange eyes and spikes on its back, standing in some grass and next to a tree.

Wharf Weenies at Dapdune Wharf 

Immerse yourself in our tranquil outdoor setting with songs, stories and time to explore and play in the natural environment during these forest school styles sessions.

Young child in a yellow raincoat sitting on the forest floor among leaves playing with a saucepan

Moomins at Polesden Lacey 

Take a magical wander inspired by Moominvalley this autumn, with a family trail around the garden.

Four cartoon Moomin line drawing characters walking to wards the left of the picture on a yellow and blue background.

Park Explorers at Morden Hall Park 

Discover the nature of Morden Hall Park through led activities and stories with a different outdoor theme each week.

A child holding a bunch of autumn leaves at Morden Hall Park, London.

Toddler Mondays at Knole 

Buy yourself a hot drink, meet other parents and carers as you keep your toddler entertained with a selection of toys and games.

Two young children playing with a wooden toy on pink and blue mats with a colourful play tunnel next to them.
Visitors in the garden at Buckland Abbey, Devon

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