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Family days out at Emmetts Garden

A girl in a pink coat looks happy as she throws fallen leaves into the air
Come on a nature-friendly visit with your family | © Barry Mitchell

Enjoy the ever-changing beauty of the gardens, fresh air and wide-open views at Emmetts Garden. Check out the Wild play area for some imaginative outdoor fun and head to the Old Stables Tearoom for a drink or something to eat.

Help us to protect the delicate plants and paths at Emmetts Garden as you explore and play

Please leave footballs and similar toys and sporting equipment at home. Bikes, balance bikes and scooters are not suitable for the paths at Emmetts Garden. We kindly ask that you do not climb or crawl through the trees and shrubs in the garden as many are historic and rare specimens. Thank you!

Wild play area 

Get stuck into energetic adventures in the wild play area located just past the Old Stables Tearoom. Kids will love scrambling over the climbing frame and play net, walking across the balance beams and crawling through the tunnels. Don’t miss the fairy ring of toadstools. Visit us for unforgettable outdoor fun.

Toy Cupboard

Take a look in our toy cupboard for games to play in the meadow. Have a go at giant Jenga, hula-hoops, skittles and more. Remember to return the items when you’ve finished so others can have a turn. Please note that these items are for use in the play meadow, but not in the wildflower meadow or other areas of the garden.

Picnics

The meadow makes the perfect spot for a picnic with glorious views over Ide Hill. Bring a blanket, or sit at one of the picnic tables, and relax with delicious food under sunny skies. 

Family facilities

There are baby-changing facilities at the entrance to the site, next to the Visitor Centre, as well as at the Old Stables Tearoom.

Current and upcoming events

Check back here for future updates about seasonal family activity trails and other special events and programming.

Wild play area wooden climbing frame at Emmetts Garden
The Wild play area at Emmetts Garden | © National Trust/Jen Reznick
A view down a paved pathway with a rose covered pergola overhead, covered in pale pink roses, and two white benches facing the sun

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