Family friendly things to do at Snowshill
Filled with treasure around every corner, Snowshill Manor and Garden is a brilliant place for families to visit. From Wolf’s Cove model village in the garden to a manor house packed with intriguing objects from across the globe, there’s so much to discover.
Seasonal activities and family trails
No matter the weather, there’s something new to discover at Snowshill all year round. During the school holidays we run seasonal family trails and activities - perfect for family days out.
Spend your summer days in the Cotswolds and join us for Summer of Play from 18 July to 31 August. Have a look at our events page for more information and what's coming up.
Things to do in the garden
Nestled in the Cotswolds countryside, Snowshill's garden is filled with adventure for all ages and offers a fantastic opportunity to reconnect to nature as a family.
Wolf's Cove
Filled with miniature buildings, boats and houses, the whole family will love exploring Wolf's Cove, Charles Wade's model village. Watch Wolf’s Cove come to life every Tuesday as the miniature train pulls in and out the station, 12 – 3pm.
Sensory Bags
We have two sensory bags for visitors to borrow for the duration of your visit. Available from visitor reception, each bag contains: ear defenders, communication cards, a fidget toy, binoculars, a torch, a magnifying glass and a finger puppet. They are available for anyone who thinks they would aid their visit.
Picnics in the orchard
Take a moment and sit in Piper's Orchard to enjoy a picnic or a quiet moment together.
Things to do in the manor
Explore the collection
Make you way to the manor house and explore the vast collection of Charles Wade which has something new and wondrous to discover around every corner. From historic toys and bicycles to our collection of Samurai armour or theatre masks, there’s something new to see in every room. During your visit, keep a look out for the selection of handling items which can be picked up and looked at closer.
Discover some of Charles Wade's more ghoulish items in the Manor and see if you can spot the hidden creatures.
Dressing up
The costume collection is one of the most important parts of Wade's collection and every day in summer, there are replica 18th century costume items that the whole family can try on, located in the back courtyard of the manor. Take a photo and tag us on social media.
Planning your family visit
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Free entry for under 5s
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There are baby changing facilities near visitor reception.
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Buggies are welcome in the garden but please be aware that there are steps and uneven paths throughout the site. We also cannot accommodate buggies in the manor; however, our house team will be on hand to direct you to the buggy parking outside.
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We welcome breastfeeding everywhere at Snowshill Manor and Garden. If you require a private or quiet space, please speak to a member of staff onsite.
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We have small formal gardens and narrow paths so please do not bring bikes or scooters and toys like balls with you.
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Make sure you pick up a Garden Explorer notebook as you leave to enjoy at home or in the gardens, available in visitor reception.