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Family days out in London and the South East

A family playing with autumn leaves outdoors at Mottisfont, Hampshire
Visitors enjoying the autumnal garden at Mottisfont, Hampshire | © National Trust Images/Megan Taylor

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.

Your guide to autumn family fun near you

Hampshire: Family fun among the autumn colours 

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

Seasonal fun for children of all ages 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

Magical autumn experiences across Sussex 

Find an Christmas family adventure to spark the imagination in Sussex, including Nymans, Bodiam Castle, Petworth and more. Discover the best festive garden trails, decorated houses and café stops.

Christmas

Unforgettable family adventures in Surrey 

Find the top places to visit in Surrey with your family this Christmas, with festive activity trails, decorated houses, natural play areas and café stops whatever the weather.

Girl looking up at decorated Christmas tree in the Drawing Room at Hatchlands Park

Autumn adventures in Oxfordshire, 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.

Young girl in witch's costume with witch's hat inside Hughenden Manor

Family fun this autumn in London 

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

Children visiting Father Christmas in a stone grotto surrounded by trees