A family is walking through the fallen leaves in the woodland at Rowallane Garden, County Down. One of the children is reaching up towards a branch of a tree. — Enjoy family days out this autumn. | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Family-friendly places in Northern Ireland

Whether you're crunching through leaves or getting creative and crafty, escape into autumn with the National Trust in Northern Ireland. With walks and trails, leaf spotting and nature activities, there so many ways to get out and play at the places in our care. Check property websites for specific event details and opening times.

Looking for fun things to do with the kids? This autumn we've got you covered with seasonal activities for all ages at the places in our care. Members visit for free. Family membership available.

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Family-friendly things to do at Florence Court

Autumn is no time to hibernate. As the trees turn red and gold, wrap up warm and explore everything nature has to offer. Spot colourful toadstools in the most curious of places, collect conkers on the forest trails and spy red squirrels foraging for food. Find out everything you need to know about visiting Florence Court with the kids - from hiring bikes or borrowing the free balance bikes to getting active in the natural play area and enjoying treats in the tearoom.

A smiling family walking and skipping along a trail through woodland at Mount Stewart

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Family-friendly things to do at Mount Stewart

Find out everything you need to know about visiting Mount Stewart with kids. From exploring the Natural Play area to discovering the squirrel hide as well as essential information on where you'll find baby-changing facilities, places to picnic and more.

A family of four walking in the garden at Castle Ward, County Down, with the house in the background

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Family-friendly things to do at Castle Ward

Find out everything you need to know about visiting Castle Ward with kids. From exploring the Playground to borrowing the balance bikes as well as essential information on where you'll find baby-changing facilities, places to picnic and more.

Family with a guide at the Giant's Causeway, County Antrim, Northern Ireland

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Family-friendly things to do at The Giant's Causeway

Explore Ireland’s only UNESCO World Heritage site. Walk on the world-famous stones, see the basalt columns & soak up dramatic views of the rugged coastline

Family walking in the garden in autumn at The Argory, County Armagh

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Family-friendly things to do at The Argory

Find out everything you need to know about visiting The Argory with kids, from playing in the play areas, borrowing balance bikes and essential information on where you'll find baby-changing facilities, bringing a picnic and more.

Family walking in Rowallane Garden, County Down, surrounded by autumnal colours

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Family friendly things to do at Rowallane Garden

Find out everything you need to know about visiting Rowallane Garden with kids, from playing in the play areas, borrowing balance bikes and essential information on where you'll find baby changing facilities and more.