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Sussex is a place of iconic coastline, gardens, literary greats, rolling South Downs, vast art collections and a castle.
Family-friendly places to visit in Sussex
Discover great places for family days out with the National Trust in Sussex, including Nymans, Bodiam Castle, Petworth and more. Whether you’re popping in for a couple of hours or planning a bigger adventure, you’ll find acres of space, half term activities, natural play areas and café stops.
Come out and play at these places around Sussex
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Petworth House and Park
Petworth Park is an exciting place for families to explore. Roam through acres of parkland and look out for the fallow deer herd. The ancient tree trail includes hollow trunks big enough to crawl inside, plus there are games and activities every school holidays.
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Sheffield Park and Garden
Whether you are visiting with friends or family, there are plenty of new things to discover and fun ways to get active in nature at Sheffield Park and Garden.
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Standen House and Garden
Find out the family-friendly things to do on a day out at Standen, from taking a walk in the woodland and building a den to seasonal trails to follow in the house and garden.
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Things to do with the kids at Nymans
With natural play in the Play Glade, activities and events in the school holidays and an ancient woodland and garden to discover, there's lots of fun for families at Nymans. Picnic anywhere in the garden, or pick up a snack from the cafe or kiosk. Baby change available by the house and in the cafe and car park.
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Birling Gap
There’s so much for you and your family to see and do at Birling Gap. Hunt for ocean finds along the strand line and look for fossils on the beach. Don't forget pop in to the café for an ice cream or a slice of cake too.
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Bateman's
Planning a day out with family? There’s plenty of things to see and do waiting to be discovered at Bateman's.
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Family-friendly things to do at Bodiam Castle
Discover things to see and do on a family visit to Bodiam Castle. Join in with activities and let your imagination run riot in this Medieval setting.
October half term in Sussex
Looking for a day out in Sussex that’ll keep the whole family entertained? Find the best family-friendly places to visit and discover fun-filled Halloween activities.
Bodiam Castle
Calling all witches and wizards! Spell Quest is back at Bodiam Castle with more suspense and mystery than ever before. Follow an immersive family trail with magical lights, spooky characters and a witch’s cauldron. Complete all the challenges to become hero of the castle and claim your prize. 12 October to 3 November, 10am to 5pm, £3 plus admission,
Half term at Nymans
Enjoy a spooky half term at Nymans with Halloween-themed fun and games, pumpkin faces, witches’ hats and a bubbling cauldron. The play glade is the perfect shady spot for nature explorers with den building and a woodland cabin to discover. 19 October to 3 November.
Half term at Petworth
Visit us this October half term to join Petworth's Academy for Witches and Wizards! Take part in our fun-filled Halloween trail around the gardens, where you will join one of Petworth’s houses to learn how to master your magical skills. Race broomsticks around our obstacle course, find hidden potion ingredients, and take our quiz to discover your animal familiar.
Half term at Bateman's
Follow in the footsteps of Rudyard Kipling as he discovers what his Scottie dog, Malarkey, has been getting up to around the house and garden. Follow the trail at your own pace – suitable for families with primary school aged children. 5 October to 3 November.
Half term at Standen
Join us for a spooky half term at Standen with Halloween games, creepy crows and bats on this family trail around the garden. Trail with gift £3. 12 October to 3 November.
Half term at Sheffield Park and Garden
Explore the beautiful autumn colour at Sheffield Park and Garden and come along in your Halloween fancy dress.