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Summer of Play at Lytes Cary Manor

Are you ready to discover a day jam-packed with fun at Lytes Cary Manor.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Make the National Trust your summer destination. You can choose from three different active family fun backpacks, ride a hobby horse, build a den 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, solve a puzzle & get creative by doing some colouring-in or chalking on the flower board and much more. Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank and supported by Sport England

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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Croquet and backpacks are subject to favourable weather conditions and may be withdrawn.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. Please note only assistance dogs are allowed in the formal gardens (where nature I spy and croquet is located.) All activities are free beyond the pay barrier. Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank and supported by Sport England.

Upcoming events

Event

Guided Group Walk 

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

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on
7 May to 15 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 12:30
+ 23 other dates or times
Event

Craft Market 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
10 May to 5 Oct 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 9 other dates or times
Event

Bumblebee Conservation Trust Information Stand 

Come and meet the Bumblebee Conservation Trust and learn all about these fascinating pollinators.

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on
11 May to 5 Jul 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Bumblebee Safari at Lytes Cary Manor 

Join the Bumblebee Conservation Trust for a 90 minutes bumblebee safari.

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on
11 May 2025
at
11:00 to 12:30