Family days out at Felbrigg

Young children gazing up at a giant twisted sweet chestnut tree in the Felbrigg Estate. — Children in the parkland at Felbrigg | © National Trust Images/Antonia Gray

Felbrigg has so much to offer families. From children's trails around the hall to den building in the woods, find out all you need to know to plan a great day out.

Planning your family visit

It is free to visit the estate at Felbrigg (car parking charges apply for non-members) and admission to the hall and gardens is free for under 5s.
Baby changing facilities can be found in the toilets next to the Stable Courtyard, turning right just before you get to the main visitor reception.
Breastfeeding is welcome everywhere at Felbrigg, including in our tea-room where hot water can be provided for making up bottles.
High chairs are available in the tea-room.
Picnic benches and accessible benches are in the meadow area in front of the Stable Courtyard. You’re also welcome to picnic in the grounds.
Buggy-friendly paths are in place around the gardens and parkland. Don’t hesitate to ask a member of the welcome team for tips.

Children in colourful coats play with giant building blocks among the daffodils on the Felbrigg Estate — Children play in spring on the Felbrigg Estate | © National Trust Images/Trevor Ray Hart

Explore

Step into Felbrigg Hall and transport you and your family to centuries gone by. Wander through opulent yet homely spaces, with highlights including colourful stained glass in the Great Hall, gleaming copper pots in The Kitchen and perhaps even a small secret room in The Library ....

The Felbrigg Estate is free to visit (parking charges apply for non-members) and with 520-acres there’s plenty of space for little legs to roam. Go on the family-friendly 2.6-mile circular church and ice house trail through rolling parkland, past a lake and into the woods. Get stuck into den building in a dedicated area located just off the 'Victory V' avenue of trees.

In the Walled Garden, spot colourful crocuses and find metalwork creatures and sculptures by artist Toby Winterbourn around every corner, from tiny hidden dormice to giant mushrooms. Refuel after your adventuring with a drinks, snacks and seasonal meals from the Squire’s Pantry tea-room.

Borrow a Tracker Pack

The estate awaits! Ask a member of the welcome team to borrow a Tracker Pack stuffed full of binoculars and animal track sheets. Let your senses lead the way as you explore the woodland, parkland and around the lake.

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Easter Trail

Bring the whole family together this Easter and treat your loved ones to a spring adventure with the National Trust.

Every single National Trust Easter trail is different and celebrates nature, history and beauty.

At Felbrigg, explore the estate and woodland on a trail with 10 nature-themed activity stations, including seed planting, den building and lawn games.

Admission:
- £3.50 per Easter trail pack (Includes a trail sheet, bunny ears and a chocolate egg, or a vegan ‘Free-From’* chocolate egg, both made using cocoa from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms)
- Car parking is free for National Trust members and £5 for non-members
*Suitable for people with milk, egg, gluten, peanut and tree nut allergies.

Last trail:
3pm

Meeting point:
Marquee near the hall

Accessibility:
The route is wheelchair and buggy-friendly

Other:
Dogs on leads are welcome to join the family for most of the Easter trail, apart from activity stations 3 and 4 near the hall.

Please note:
Lambing Open Days take place at Felbrigg Hall Farm, which is separate to our National Trust property. Search on Facebook for more information.

Visitor enjoying a scone at a National Trust cafe | © National Trust Images/John Millar

Eating with us?

The Squire’s Pantry tea-room in the Stable Courtyard serves kids picnic bags, light meals, fresh bakes, ice creams and drinks. Please check the opening hours before your visit.