Find the Costume in the Painting Trail
Uncover fascinating facts about historic clothes on this fun and engaging trail.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
On this trail, children can search for close-up details from historic clothes hidden in the house's portraits. As they match each image to the correct painting, they'll uncover fascinating facts about fashion and life at Claydon in the past.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Children welcome!
- Meeting point
Head to Visitor Reception upon arrival.
- Accessibility
This trail takes place on the ground floor and is wheelchair accessible throughout, with scattered seats and benches.
Upcoming events
Costume at Claydon Exhibition
Visit Claydon House and take a walk through the changing fashions of its residents and learn how we preserve their legacy.
Pesky Pests at Claydon Trail
Not all visitors to historic houses are welcome! This trail introduces children to the insects that can damage our collections and the work we do to protect them.
Bookmark Making Workshop
Get creative in the Claydon House Bookshop with a fun, hands-on activity for all ages. Drop in every Friday to design your own origami bookmarks in shapes like hearts, monsters, and butterflies.