Family visitors in the grounds at Oxburgh Hall, Norfolk — Visitors in the grounds at Oxburgh Hall, Norfolk. | © National Trust Images/Nick Daly

Family-friendly places in Norfolk

If you're looking for something fun to do with the family this spring, why not enjoy a day out with the kids at one of these places around Norfolk?

There's plenty to entertain little explorers during May half term, whether they like to delve into history, discover nature or enjoy a mix of both.

A family heading out into the parkland on a summer bike ride at Blickling Estate

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May half term at Blickling Estate

During May half term at Blickling, in the garden, find out why bees buzz and how fast they fly on a new family trail, and little ones can test their skills on a balance bike course. Explore the house looking out for paint palettes, head to the kitchen to try a recipe making activity with the cooks making Queen Mary’s Luncheon, and create a Blickling-inspired poem in the Long Gallery.

A family playing on the West Garden lawn in summer at Felbrigg

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May half term at Felbrigg Estate

Wind down with some origami crafting, inspired by blossom, explore the Walled Garden for blooms and metalwork plants and creatures, bird watch from the Library’s sunroom, or pick a shady spot for a picnic.

Family having a picnic in the garden at Oxburgh Hall, Norfolk

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May half term at Oxburgh Estate

Play a selection of traditional garden games on the terrace, venture further into the estate, and build a den in the natural play area, try out your wildlife spotting skills, or join a guided tour in the gardens, hall and wider estate.

Family sitting in the early evening June sun at Sheringham Park in Norfolk

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May half term at Sheringham Park

Visit the Bower Garden and look out for a selection of fairy doors that have taken up residence. Take in the sights and sounds of nature using a Nature Trackers sheet and Tracker Pack and climb the viewing towers for spectacular views over the park’s canopy and out to sea.

Enjoy fun-filled family days out and exciting adventures at these National Trust places in Norfolk.

A mother and daughter explore the woods in Spring on Blickling's multi use trail

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Family days out at Blickling

Keep your little explorers busy on a family day out at Blickling with activities across the estate. Enjoy everything from holiday activities in the House to hide and seek in the gardens or cycling adventures and den building in the woods.

A young child is taking a rest break in a deckchair whilst its sunny and warm at Oxburgh Estate

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Family-friendly things to do at Oxburgh Estate

Whether you're building a den, becoming a nature explorer or searching for secret doorways, Oxburgh has plenty to keep the whole family entertained.

Adult and child crouch in the Walled Garden to offer a cockerel some seed.

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Family days out at Felbrigg

Entertain the whole family at Felbrigg. Discover unique stories in the hall, go on an adventure in the garden and estate and stop for a bite to eat in the Squire’s Pantry tea room.

Catching crabs at Sheringham Park, Norfolk.

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Family days out at Sheringham Park

Plan a family day out with nearly 1,000 acres to explore. There’s plenty of space for kids to burn off some energy as you enjoy a variety of habitats that Sheringham Park has to offer.

A colourful play tunnel with Horsey Windpump visible in the distance..

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Family activities at Horsey Windpump

Plan a day full of fun and adventure at Horsey Windpump. Whatever your children are interested in, you’ll find plenty of ways to inspire their natural curiosity.

Family visiting Morston Quay dressed for Winter

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Family activities at Morston Quay

From seal trips to walks along the North Norfolk coast and picnic spots, here's what you need to know about a family visit to Morston Quay.

A group of children having completed their sand sculpture of a dinosaur on the beach at Brancaster

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Family days out at Brancaster beach

Plan a fun-filled day out at Brancaster beach. With its wide expanse of golden sands, it is perfect for sandcastles, wanders, picnics and paddling.

When it’s raining you have two options: find some indoor fun or grab your waterproofs and get stuck in! Luckily, we have suggestions for both…

Picture shows children in wellies climbing a tree.

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Rainy day fun at Blickling Estate

Rain doesn't stop the fun at Blickling Estate. Put on waterproofs and wellies and hit the multi-use trail on foot or bike for adventures through the wider estate. Inside the hall learn about the people who lived here. Don't forget to pop into the second-hand bookshop to browse the selection of children's books.

Child in the den building area at Felbrigg Estate wearing tracker pack bag, which is free to borrow.

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Take cover at Felbrigg Estate

Build a den to shelter from the rain, then see if you can spot any wildlife from your new hiding place. Enjoy a warm drink and slice of cake from the Squire's Pantry tea-room.

Child dressing up in period costume and looking in a mirror at Lyme Park, Cheshire

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Oxburgh rainy day adventures

Shelter in the Gun Room where you can dress up as a builder and build your very own Oxburgh Estate and learn about the recent, epic roof restoration project . You can also make friends with a death watch beetle and hear the noise that gives them their name.