Three children run across the grass at Tyntesfield, Somerset, with the house in the background — Fun in the grounds at Tyntesfield, Somerset | © National Trust Images/Trevor Ray Hart

Family-friendly places in Somerset

There's all sorts for families to do at places around Somerset, from visiting a natural pier to running across the grass. Start planning your day out for the family to enjoy.

Join us for Easter trails at many of the places in our care for just £3.50. Before you set off, you'll receive a trail sheet to guide you on your adventure and Easter bunny ears to wear along the way. Don't forget, you can choose from either a chocolate egg or a vegan and free from chocolate egg.

Tyntesfield

Step into a world of wonder this Easter with our Alice in Wonderland–themed Easter Trail, inspired by the magical tale of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll. Sat 28 Mar – Sun 19 Apr

Stourhead

Come to Stourhead for an egg-cellent Easter adventure this spring. Take part in the 10 exciting Easter-themed activities around the garden, and collect your chocolate egg reward. Sat 21 Mar – Sun 19 Apr

Dunster Castle

Join our time-travelling characters- Motte & Bailey- for an Easter adventure at Dunster Castle. Complete our family-friendly trail and claim your chocolate egg. Sat 28 Mar – Sun 19 Apr

Montacute

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Montacute House on an Easter trail. Sat 28 Mar – Sun 19 Apr

Barrington Court

Discover ten activities to encourage the whole family to pause, look, listen, smell, move and play your way around the estate. Fri 27 Mar – Sun 19 Apr

Lytes Cary Manor

Come and make your way around the trail and find Easter and nature inspired activities for the whole family. Sat 28 Mar – Sun 19 Apr

Young girl laying on lawn filling in Easter trail pack

Discover a natural pier and acres of grass to explore in the fresh air.

Dunster Castle and watermill

Looking for a fun family day out this spring? As the days brighten and the gardens wake up, Dunster Castle is full of seasonal colour and fresh air adventures. Whether you’re wandering among blooming borders, spotting early wildlife, or uncovering fascinating castle stories, there’s something for everyone to get involved in.

A group of visitors walking past an archway entrance at Dunster Castle

Barrington Court

Discover what family activities are available at Barrington Court in Somerset and plan your visit.

Visitors embracing the cold and enjoying the sensory delights of the season

Montacute House

If you’re looking for things to do together, why not head over to Montacute House? There is plenty to keep the whole family happy.

Tyntesfield near Bristol

Looking for fun family activities? Whether the kids are eager for outdoor adventures, ready to splash in new puddles, or if you’re hoping to escape the rain in style, we’ve got plenty of ideas to keep everyone smiling.

Girl enjoying the gardens in Blossom at Tyntesfield, North Somerset.

Explore the garden at Prior Park

There are all sorts of architecture and wildlife to be discovered at Prior Park, from bridges to a restored Edwardian summerhouse and kingfishers around the lakes.

A boy carrying a bag of wild garlic at Prior Park in Somerset

Fyne Court

Fyne Court is a brilliant place for families to explore. Find out more about the activities you can enjoy together.

Holnicote Estate

Holnicote Estate has something for everyone, from its wild moorland and shingle beaches to ancient woodland and charming villages. Plus, keep an eye out for its resident red deer.

Bath Assembly Rooms

Find out what's on offer at the Bath Assembly Rooms for families.

Children and adults watching a performance

A family day out at Stourhead

Find out the family-friendly things to do at Stourhead, from events in the garden to exploring the house.

A family visiting Stourhead during the winter

Top ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities to do when it’s raining

We've compiled a selection of items from the ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ list that are perfect for rainy days, so grab your waterproofs and get involved.

Boy jumping in a puddle. The boy is wearing a woolly hat and wellies

Rainy days at Montacute House

You are never away from shelter at Montacute House - you can visit the ground floor of the house or explore one of the garden buidings.

Two children crouch under umbrellas from the rain in a green wooded area. The rain is slightly misty and out of focus in front of them

Discover pebble beaches and expansive sandy stretches for families

Bossington

Bossington is a charming seaside hamlet with thatched cottages. Old lime kilns and Second World War defences line the pebble beach, which is a great place to spot coastal birds.