Festival of Archaeology 2026: Heritage Explorer Challenge
Explore the estate to discover archaeological features.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Pick up a free trail sheet at Visitor Reception and see if you can complete this self-led heritage explorer challenge!
Discover 6 archaeological features around the estate which help to tell Barrington Court's story.
Whilst you are exploring, pop into Strode House to find the timeline of Barrington Court. This tells the story of the property from the Romans to the present day.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Meeting point
This is a self-led trail. Trail sheets can be collected from Visitor Reception.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear weather appropriate clothing and footwear as you will be exploring the gardens and estate.
- Accessibility
The estate is mostly wheelchair, mobility scooter and pushchair friendly, although does include some uneven ground, natural orchards and grassed areas which can become boggy in wet weather. If you require any more information about the accessibility of the activity, please do not hesitate to contact us at barringtoncourt@nationaltrust.org.uk
Contact info
Barrington Court (enquiries not bookings)
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