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Summer of Play at Lytes Cary Manor

Are you ready to discover a day of jam-packed with fun at Lytes Cary Manor, with games, puzzles and activities for all ages?

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Make Lytes Cary Manor your destination for a playful summer - there's so much to do one day won't be enough. Pick up a family fun backpack stuffed full of activities, ride a hobby horse or challenge your friends to a game of croquet. There are puzzles to solve, colouring to be done and a giant spider to discover in the woodland. Tick off at least 10 of the 50 things to do before you are 11 3/4, have a game of croquet, and don't forget an ice cream.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

What to bring and wear

Please dress for the weather. Some activities will be held in the Ravens' wood on the White Walk and parts can become muddy during wet weather. Wellies are recommended.

Accessibility

Some areas are over uneven ground

Other

Croquet and backpacks are subject to favourable weather conditions and may be withdrawn. Backpacks are issued on a first come, first served basis. All activities are free beyond the pay barrier.

Upcoming events

Easter egg hunt at Lytes Cary Manor 

This spring, treat the whole family to a world of adventure at Lytes Cary Manor on an Easter trail.

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on
28 Mar to 19 Apr 2026
at 10:00 to 15:30+ 22 other dates or times

Guided Group Walk 

Join walk leaders to explore the Lytes Cary Estate countryside and enjoy the natural landscape.

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on
6 May to 21 Oct 2026
at 11:00 to 12:30+ 24 other dates or times

Monthly Markets at Lytes Cary Manor 

Markets are being held at various times throughout the year with lots of unique and creative products available from local artists.

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on
9 May to 11 Oct 2026
at 10:00 to 16:00+ 9 other dates or times

Half term fun come out to play 

Come and play croquet on the lawn or borrow a backpack for some active family fun.

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on
23 May to 31 May 2026
at 10:00 to 15:30+ 8 other dates or times