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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 18 October - Sunday 2 November

Attingham School of Magic

This October half term, step into the Attingham School of Magic trail and test your skills through six spellbinding lessons in the Walled Garden.

Plan your day

  • Running Saturday 18 October - Sunday 2 November.
  • The trail costs £3.00
  • Includes a trail sheet and broomstick pencil to complete the trail and a set of colouring pencils and colouring booklet as a prize (available while stocks last).
  • 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 18 October - Sunday 2 November 2025 | Paid for Activity | Admission Applies

Attingham School of Magic, October Half Term Banner
Attingham School of Magic, October Half Term Trail | © National Trust
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. 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.

Cattle in the parkland near the Mansion

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