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Summer of Play at Tinkley Gate

Summer of Play is back at Tinkley Gate! From 18 July - 31 August there'll be free, family-friendly activities on every day.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

With three play zones to discover dotted around Tinkley Gate, Woodchester Park this summer, there's plenty to make a full day out for all the family!

Get active on the Rainbow Rush with some friendly competition: spacehopper races, a game of rainbow tag, or a mini obstacle course!

Wind your way along the wildlife yoga trail for a change of pace in the Orchard. Have you ever tried the frog pose?

Or visit the creative corner to unleash your artistic side at one of the easels or cook up a storm at the mud kitchen.

There'll also be bookable Workshop Wednesdays to learn how to make a kite, create a tree spirit and more.

If you're feeling peckish, grab a wood-fired pizza from Tinkley Gate Cafe or a scoop of ice cream to enjoy on those hot summer days.

With many different activities, there’s plenty to excite all ages of children (and adults!).

Times

The basics

Accessibility

Tinkley Gate Carpark has accessible parking spaces where blue badge holders park for free and a drop-off zone in front of the cafe. Most of the play zones are on the plateau around Tinkley Gate, on mostly flat mown areas, within sight of the cafe. For more information on accessibility at Tinkley Gate visit the access article: "accessibility at Woodchester Park," available on our webpage.

Meeting point

Start in the Bookshop at Tinkley Gate to take a look at the map and sticker. The main carpark is less than 200m from the bookshop and cafe: Tinkley Gate Carpark TInkley Lane Nympsfield GL10 3UH

Suitability for children

This event is great for children and families, though everyone is welcome.

What to bring and wear

Most of the play zones are outside so come dressed for any weather.

Other

Tinkley Gate National Trust Carpark can be found at what3words:///confident.request.certified Parking is free for National Trust members, £4 for non-members.

Upcoming events

Paint Your Own Wind in the Willows Sculpture 

Paint your own Wind in the Willows figurine to take home! Basic tools and paints provided. Each kit costs £15.

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27 Jun to 12 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 15 other dates or times

The Wind in the Willows Trail at Tinkley Gate 

Discover a twist on a classic tale with this sculpture trail around Woodchester Park, celebrating 50 years of the Animal & Plant Health Agency

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on
27 Jun to 12 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 15 other dates or times

Trust10 Trail Run at Woodchester Park 

Join us to run a beautiful 10K trail run around the historic parkland at Woodchester Park

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on
28 Jun to 27 Dec 2026
at 09:30 to 12:30+ 6 other dates or times

Storytelling for Under 5s 

Spark little imaginations with free storytelling fun every Monday at Tinkley Gate!

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29 Jun to 31 Aug 2026
at 10:30 to 11:00+ 9 other dates or times