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 summer, why not enjoy a day out with the kids at one of these places around Norfolk?

Ready for a fun-filled summer? Take part in Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank, and create memories with the whole family. However you choose to play, your adventure starts today.

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Summer of Play at Blickling Estate

Explore, move, play games, get crafty and create lasting memories together at Blickling Estate - the perfect setting for summer days out full of fun and adventure.

A woman and two children enjoying a sack race in sunny countryside

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Summer of Play at Felbrigg Estate

Frolic at Felbrigg this summer with sports equipment and activities in the meadow area by the hall, refuel with a picnic before heading to the Great Wood with a Tracker Pack where you’ll find the curious Ice House ruin and ideal plots for den building and relaxing.

Children sat on giant wooden mushrooms enjoying ice creams at Sheringham Park

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Summer of Play at Sheringham Park

Have fun as a family among nature at Sheringham Park this summer with a range of sporting-inspired games and challenges including swingball, giant quoits and disc golf.

A young girl wearing a summer dress and hat is playing croquet in the lawns at Oxburgh Estate. Behind her you can see colourful bunting and Oxburgh Hall.

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Summer of Play at Oxburgh Estate

Enjoy an activity packed day, suitable for the whole family, at Oxburgh this Summer with giant chess, hobby horse races, a dress up stage, music stations, wild weaving, deckchairs, ice cream and more.

Children playing with binoculars as part of Summer of Play activities.

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Summer of Play at Morston Quay

Allow imaginations to run wild against the backdrop of the beautiful north Norfolk coast. Head to the Lookout Building for throwing games, giant Jenga and balancing beams, challenge each other to a hoola hoop competition or have a go at giant skittles and noughts and crosses, or create your own coastal vibes with musical instruments.

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

A child dressed up in costume during Summer of Play event at Blickling Estate, Norfolk

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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.

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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.