Discover more at The Vyne
Find out when The Vyne is open, how to get here, the things to see and do and more.
Family-friendly things to do at The Vyne
Running 3 Oct - 8 Nov 10am-4pm, Tom Fletcher's Who's in Your Book family trail comes to The Vyne's gardens. Ages 7-12 can also enjoy Stranger Folk Digital Adventure using the mobile app.
Looking ahead to Christmas, 21 Nov - 3 Jan, don't miss Twelve Days of Christmas with indoor bingo and fun-packed outdoor games. Free events. Normal admission applies. Closed 24-25 Dec.Coming soon:
Who's in Your Book?
Sat 3 Oct – Sun 8 Nov | 10am-4pm
Oh no! Monster and his friends have escaped from their books, and only you can help return them home!
In The Vyne’s gardens, set off on a fun-filled interactive trail through the magical world of Tom Fletcher's Who's In Your Book? series. Search for your favourite characters, solve playful challenges, and discover how every page can become an unforgettable adventure. © Copyright Tom Fletcher 2026
Stranger Folk Digital Adventure
3 Oct – 8 Nov | 10am-4pm
Perfect for ages 7-12, this magical new digital adventure played by mobile app is set to haunt The Vyne this autumn. As the spirit and human worlds collide, sneaky goblins, cunning beggars and Stranger Folk are slipping through the crack to stir up trouble. Gather your team, harness the elements and seal the rift before the creatures take hold! Download the app before your visit via the Apple app store or Google play as the mobile signal at The Vyne can be intermittent at busy periods.
Twelve Days of Christmas
21 Nov - 3 Jan | Gardens 10am-4pm | House 11am-3pm (Closed 24-25 Dec)
Glittering Christmas trees and festive sparkle await on the ground floor of the house, decorated to celebrate the Twelve Days of Christmas. Inside, families can enjoy free Christmas Bingo, while the gardens offer a fun interactive trail.
Christmas garden trail
21 Nov - 3 Jan | Gardens 10am-4pm (Closed 24-25 Dec)
Families aged 2+ can dive into 10 fun-packed games inspired by Twelve Days of Christmas. Leap like a lord over hurdles, join the ladies dancing, help the maids milk a cow, return the partridge to the pear tree, wheelbarrow golden eggs back to Mother Goose, find the calling birds, listen out for the French hens, balance like a swan and play quoits with the five gold rings. Along the way, strike a pose at playful photo opportunities and enjoy festive fun for all the family.
Play area
Little ones can explore the outdoors in the natural play area created especially for very young children just off the Lime Avenue.
If it rains, you can head to the:
- gift shop
- Brewhouse tea-room (for a hot chocolate)
- house
- and show the kids a secret Tudor peephole concealed in the panelling of The Study on the ground floor.
- There's also a very young, slim Henry VIII depicted in the chapel stained-glass windows.
- On the ground floor there's a second hand bookshop with a cushioned bay window where you can sit and read books.
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The Vyne is a three pawprint rated place. Find out about bringing your dog to The Vyne where you can explore the gardens together.
Eating and shopping at The Vyne
Enjoy a refreshment stop in the atmospheric tea-room at The Vyne. Treat yourself to a gift in the shop or get comfy in the window seat while browsing pre-loved books.
Exploring the estate at The Vyne
Getting out in nature, discover the wildlife-rich estate at The Vyne and take a walk through ancient woodland.
Morgaston Woods green route
This gentle family-friendly walk at Morgaston Woods, is shorter than the mile-long yellow route but will still give you a healthy dose of the outdoors.
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