Family-friendly things to do at Basildon Park
- Published:
- 09 March 2024
Keep all the family happy at Basildon Park, from playing at the ball run, adventuring on the wild play walk, or taking part in one of the seasonal trails.
Planning your family visit
Here's the information you need at a glance to make the most of your family day out at Basildon Park:
- Baby-changing facilities are available in the accessible toilets in the stableyard by visitor reception
- The gardens are accessible for buggies, but the parkland has uneven ground
- Please don't bring bikes or scooters.
- Children's books and toys are available to buy in the shop
- Hot and cold drinks and snacks are available from the tea-room.
Family-friendly things to do on the estate
Children's wild play trail
Head along the woodland walk to find the wild play trail in the parkland. Get adventurous on the balance beam, jump on the hopscotch and play with the ball run.
Family-friendly events at Basildon Park
Family friendly events during Helios at Basildon Park
From 15 to 18 and 22 to 25 August, join us at Basildon Park for Luke Jerram's Helios. See the 7-meter wide sculpture of the sun and enjoy free family friendly events alongside the art installation.
Including:
- Space themed family games and activities with YouMove on 16 August.
- Learn more about the sun and solar system with Reading Astronomy Group on 16 and 23 August.
- Become an astronaut and try on replica sokol and starman space suits with Space Store on 24 August.
- Get inspired by Helios and sketch, draw, paint or colour using the art supplies provided.
- Dress up as a star or astronaut with children's dressing up in the gardens.
- Create an origami sun or star in the South Pavilion with a self-led activity.
Find out more information and how to join in on our events page.
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