Visiting Springhill with Family

Planning your family visit

• Children must be supervised at all times as there are water features and uneven surfaces on site.
• Balance bikes can be borrowed free of charge during the summer months, just ask at Visitor Reception when you arrive. 
• Baby changing facilities located in disability access toilets near Visitor Reception and the Courtyard.
• Our Free Flow and Little Learner Tours are designed to let families and children explore heritage in an engaging and hands-on way. For more information, please ask at visitors reception.

 

Autumn highlights

Visit Springhill this Autumn for some adventures in nature. Crunch a few leaves underfoot as you stroll through the grounds of this beautiful estate.

Autumn Book Fair at Springhill 

Get ready for a fun and friendly afternoon at our Autumn Book Fair! As the leaves turn and the nights get darker, it’s the perfect time to snuggle up with a good book. Come along and discover your next favourite story 

Autumn Book Fair at Springhill | National Trust 

Springhill after Dark: Haunting Tales from the House 

For over 300 years, myths and legends have shrouded Springhill House in mystery. These tales, passed down through generations of the family, have left an eerie presence, as if not all past residents have truly departed. Join a member of the Lenox-Conyngham family during the haunting season to hear stories from a bygone era within the house. 

Springhill after Dark: Haunting tales from the house | National Trust 

Things to Do on an Autumn Walk

1. Collect Colorful Leaves – Gather fallen leaves in vibrant shades of red, orange, and yellow.
2. Birdwatch – Bring binoculars to spot migratory birds or local species preparing for winter.
3. Forage for Nuts and Berries – Look for acorns, conkers, blackberries, or wild mushrooms (if you're experienced).
4. Take Nature Photos – Capture the stunning autumn colors and textures of the season.
5. Listen to the Sounds of Nature – Enjoy the rustling leaves, bird calls, and the crunch of the ground beneath your feet.
6. Look for Wildlife– Keep an eye out for squirrels, deer, and other animals getting ready for winter.
7. Breathe in the Fresh Air– Take a moment to inhale the crisp, earthy autumn scents.
8. Sketch or Journal– Bring along a notebook to document the beauty around you through sketches or thoughts.
9. Explore Hidden Paths – Venture off the beaten path and discover less-traveled trails.
10. Enjoy a Hot Drink – Pack a thermos with hot chocolate or tea to sip while you walk.

Discover Fascinating Fungi

When the evenings draw in and the leaves begin to change on the trees, it’s time to get wrapped up and go on a search for fungi. There are hundreds of different sorts of fungi, from the very common to the quite rare, and from the edible to the poisonous. Set out on a stroll through the autumnal landscape at Springhill and see what you can discover in the undergrowth.

The Barn

This interactive space allows families to enjoy a coffee from the Coffee shop while kids can play with some toys or read a book. Located in the courtyard The Barn is where visitor reception and the coffee shop is located is a great indoor space for kids to enjoy come rain or shine.

Pack a Picnic

Why not give al fresco dinning a try at Springhill for an outdoor dining experience. We have picnic benches across the ground and picnic blankets to borrow. And with the Barn Café serving sandwiches, drinks and ice cream, you don't even need to worry about packing the cool bag, you just have to come along and we'll do the rest.

Want to bring your youth group, playgroup, or club for a fun-filled day?

For special group rates email springhill@nationaltrust.org.uk Reduced group rates available for minimum number of 15 kids.