A family day out at Attingham Park

A family of four walking in the grounds at Attingham Park, Shropshire — A family walking in the grounds at Attingham Park, Shropshire | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

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

Field of Play

A Summer Full of Fun

With different play zones to discover, and a daily calendar of workshops and activities throughout August, bring along the family for an Attingham Summer filled with ways to play.

There is lots on offer for you to take part in this Summer, including the return of Fort Attingham! Get active in the sporty zone, create your own shelter in the den building area or, if you're visiting with younger children, discover a world of construction play in the pre-school zone.

Quieter times to visit the Field of Play are before 10.00am and after 3.30pm.

The Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.

Saturday 5 July - Sunday 31 August 2025 | Admission Applies | No Additional Cost

A parent and child play on a fort made of hay bales — Visitors playing on 'Fort Attingham' at Attingham Park, Shropshire | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

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

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, or head downstairs to the Mansion Games Quarters to dress up, play traditional games and unwind in the indoor den. 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.

Mansion Games Quarters

Saturday 19 July - Sunday 31 August 2025, 11am-3:30pm | Admission Applies | No Additional Cost

Explore the Mansion Games Quarters in the basement as part of Summer of Play. Dress up as a lord, lady, housekeeper or footman and strike a pose, then dip into the Games Chest to pick a game and challenge your friends or family. When you’re ready head to the indoor den to relax and try some traditional toys and games.

Summer of Play is sponsered by Starling Bank.

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.