Family-friendly things to do at The Vyne

A man pushes a buggy while a woman in a bright red coat carries a young child down a woodland path with fairy lights overhead. — Plan family-friendly adventures for the diary. | © National Trust Images / Trevor Ray Hart

Get the most out of the upcoming holiday season by discovering all the things to do on a family day out at The Vyne from 25 November. With indoor and outdoor trails, there's plenty to keep little ones entertained. Find out what family-friendly events are coming up and how best to plan your day with children in mind.

Planning your family visit

There are toilets and baby changing facilities on your left after you get through visitor reception and also at the Brewhouse tea-room next to the mansion
The garden has hard gravel pathways, but you might prefer to use a child carrier if you’re planning on going further afield
The Brewhouse tea-room is a bit snug, so you’ll need to leave your buggy or pushchair outside
In the house, we’ve got slings for you to carry small children in. Again, you’ll need to leave your buggy or pushchair outside and any items such as bags are left at your own risk
Unfortunately ball games, frisbees, scooters, bikes and drones aren't permitted on the estate due to previous damage to the house and grounds. Thanks for your understanding.

Family-friendly events

Nutcracker house trail

Sat 25 Nov – Mon 1 Jan 11am-3pm

All ages can explore the ground floor of the house lavishly decorated to tell this much-loved Christmas tale. Trail sheet available at Visitor Reception for £1.50. Closed 24 & 25 Dec.

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Nutcracker garden trail

Sat 25 Nov – Mon 1 Jan 10am-4pm

Circling The Vyne’s magnificent lake, young explorers can keep their eyes peeled for swans, ballerinas and the North Lawn full of nutcracker soldiers. Trail sheet available at Visitor Reception for £1.50. Closed 24 & 25 Dec.

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