A family day out at Attingham Park

Person in orange beanie and striped shirt sitting on a large fallen tree in a leafless forest under a clear blue sky. — Girl climbs on a dead tree at Attingham Park | © National Trust Images/Rob Coleman

There's plenty for families to do at Attingham Park, including seasonal trails, adventuring in the Field of Play and woodland walks. Find out what's on and plan your visit.

Planning your family visit

Baby changing: Stables Courtyard and Field of Play.
Pushchairs: Welcome in the parkland and gardens. Please leave them outside the Mansion, hip carriers are free to borrow.
Access: Step-free routes in gardens, ramped Mansion access. See more in Accessibility at Attingham Park.
Breastfeeding: You’re welcome to breastfeed anywhere at Attingham. A quiet space is available in the Stables Courtyard if you’d prefer.
Sunny days: Bring hats, sun cream and a water bottle. You’ll find a bottle refill station in the Field of Play.
Rainy days: Head into the mansion or enjoy puddle jumping and woodland walks. Don't forget your waterproofs.
Balance bikes: Children under five on scooters, balance bikes or bikes with stabilisers are allowed under close supervision.

Whats on at Attingham

Saturday 29 November - Sunday 4 January

Where's my Reindeer?

This Christmas, Attingham’s own Walled Garden cats, Scrap and Fig, need your help. Father Christmas’s reindeer have gone missing, and the two curious cats are determined to track them down. Families can set out on the trail following the route along the Mile Walk and in to the Walled Garden. Along the way you’ll uncover clues, solve puzzles, and spot festive surprises hidden in the wintry landscape.

Plan your day

Running Saturday 29 November - Sunday 4 January (closed Christmas Day).
The trail costs £4.00
Includes a cuddly toy prize of either Scrap or Fig to take home as a keepsake of your adventure.
Trails are available from Visitor Reception
We recommend starting the trail between 9am and 4pm to allow plenty of daylight time to complete the route.

Saturday 29 November - Sunday 4 January 2026 | Paid for Activity | Admission Applies

Find out more about Christmas at Attingham

Outdoor Christmas Tree at Attingham Park | © National Trust/ Rebecca May Photography

A Very Berwick Adventure Spotter Trail Sheet on the Drawing Room carpet, Attingham Park — A Very Berwick Adventure Spotter Trail, Attingham Park | © National Trust/ Jayne Gough

Things to do in the Mansion in 2026

Step inside the mansion and you’ll find plenty to keep your family busy. Join A Very Berwick Adventure to help Lord and Lady Berwick pack for their travels. As you wander, chat to the room guides for tales of secret doors and curious inventions, take a breather in the Library, and see what hidden animals or quirky details you can spot. Play detective with Who Would Live Here? and turn every room into a clue hunt. There’s plenty to explore, play and discover together.

Father and daughter in the walled garden at National Trust property Attingham Park, Shropshire. — Father and daughter in the walled garden at Attingham Park, Shropshire. | © National Trust Images/Arnhel de Serra

Explore the Grounds

Get outdoors and tick off some of the National Trust’s ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ while you explore Attingham. From spotting deer and hunting for bugs to playing pooh sticks and making wild art, there’s plenty here to keep every age busy and happy in the fresh air.