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A family-friendly day out at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses

Young child throwing a beanbag in a wildflower meadow.
Summer of Play at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses | © Pat Rodwell

There's plenty for families to do at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses, including seasonal trails, natural play and lots of outdoor adventures. Find out what's on and plan your visit.

Summer of Play at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houses

Look out for traditional games and toys to play with in the Rock Houses.

During the summer months, a variety of games and activities will be available for anyone to enjoy on the meadow. Challenge your friends to a game of giant 4 in a row, try your hand at welly wanging or give your family the run around in a sack race!

Flat Pack Forest School will be returning to Kinver Edge this summer. Book here, to join in with the fun on 25th July and 1st, 22nd & 29th August.

Summer of Play - sponsored by Starling Bank

Heathland Explorer Days

Join us on the heathland to explore the rare habitats and the creatures who call it home on 1st and 15th August, 10am to 3pm.

Enjoy activities which will showcase the heathland and share the importance of the special landscape and wildlife at Kinver Edge.

Activities include sweep netting, bug hunting and a heathland trail. There will also be face painting, a nature table and wild craft.

As part of the Heathland Explorer Day, there will be short, guided walks taking place (lasting approx. 45 mins) these walks, led by a ranger, will set off at 10am, 11am, 12.30pm and 1.30pm. No need to book, just come along.

Miles of countryside to explore

Set off on your own outdoors adventure across Kinver Edge. There's some steep climbs but plenty of stunning views as your reward. Look out for some natural play areas in the woods. Walk along the tree stump steps or build your very own woodland hideout out of fallen branches. Try out our trails on your bike too. Whizz along the paths and enjoy the views.

'50 things to do before you're 11¾'

Do you know about the National Trust '50 things to do before you're 11¾'? You can tick off some of the activities while you're at Kinver Edge and the Rock Houes; build a den, create some wild art, explore inside a tree and much more. Kinver is one of the top places to have a go at the ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ challenges.

Which will you take on?

Find out more here: 50 things to do before you're 11¾ | Visit | National Trust