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Family-friendly things to do at Wray
There are plenty of options for families to create fun memories at Wray. Find out what's on offer and all the details you need to plan your visit.
Please note
The play trail was damaged in Storm Arwen and remains closed. The Peter Rabbit adventure rooms are permanently closed.
Family-friendly things to do in the grounds
The woodlands are perfect for exploring at this time of year. We have way-marked trails to follow through the estate which are just right for family strolls.
Easter Fun
23 March - 7 April: treat the whole family to an adventure on our Easter trail. Hula hoop on the West Lawn, aim for the target on the South Terrace, make a splash at the shingle beach, and try and keep the egg on the spoon in the woods! Collect your chocolate egg at the end.
Spring Adventures in Nature
Grab a Springo sheet and tick off the sights and sounds you see and hear in nature as you explore the Wray grounds. Let the birds, animals and natural elements be your guide as you discover the Wray estate. If you don't tick off everything on your visit, take the sheet home with you to continue the fun. Suitable for all the family. Carriers better than pushchairs for non-walkers.
Geocaching
Join the world’s largest Treasure hunt Geocaching at Wray! There are eight medium-sized caches (a small waterproof treasure box) in the grounds to find. Inside the box, you can leave a message in the logbook and there are trinkets you can swap with. Download the app (available from Geocaching.com) which will show you the geocaches hidden nearby.
Don't miss the boat
Leave the car at home and catch Windermere Lake Cruises' Green Cruise from Ambleside for a sail across Lake Windermere taking in the magnificent views.
The gothic boathouse and hidden jetty make the perfect arrival point at Wray Castle. Then it's just a short walk up to the castle.
Boats run throughout the day from Waterhead Pier in Ambleside.
For further information visit www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk.
‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’
There are a variety of items you can tick off your '50 things' list at Wray Castle this summer. Try a few of our suggestions to ge you started:
- No. 5 Skim a stone: Head down to the shingle beach for a family stone-skimming contest
- No. 6 Go welly wandering: Put on your wellies and zoom around in puddles
- No. 20 Go paddling: Have a paddle in the water of England’s largest lake.
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