Family-friendly things to do at Petworth House and Park

Family exploring nature in the park at Petworth, West Sussex | © National Trust Images/James Dobson

With plenty of space to run, jump and play there's lots of fun for families at Petworth. Explore the Pleasure Garden and park, while looking for deer on your family walk, and discover games and activities throughout the school holidays.

Petworth Academy for Witches and Wizards

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.

Recommended for ages 4 and up, little ones may need help.

This trail is free, normal admission charges apply.

Saturday 19 October until Sunday 3 November.

Academy for Witches & Wizards

Little Antlers

Join us for our Little Antlers hands-on fun and story time sessions for pre-schoolers this autumn at Petworth.

Roll up your sleeves with Wild Wednesdays, when there will be crafts and activities, specially designed to offer a closer look at Petworth House and Park for our littlest visitors.

10.30-11.30 on 4 September, 2 October, 6 November and 4 December.

Dive into the wonderful world of books with a special story time. Learn new stories or enjoy some classics, and afterwards take part in a ‘make and take’ crafting activity based on the book.

10.30-11.30 on 6 September, 4 October, 8 November, 6 December.

All activities and story time sessions are suitable for children under 5. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Sessions are free but normal admission applies.

Planning your family visit

Here's all the information you need at a glance, to make the most of your family day out at Petworth:

Baby-changing facilities and access-friendly toilets are located at the house visitor car park and in the Servants Quarters
Pushchairs are welcome inside and out and there are gently-sloping areas and wide pathways around much of the grounds. Pathways are uneven in some places so sturdy tyres are recommended
Drinks, snacks and light lunches are available from the café, with indoor and outdoor seating areas and picnic benches around the grounds
Breastfeeding is welcome anywhere on the property

Visitors exploring the Deer Park at Petworth House, West Sussex | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Discover Petworth House

Roam through the large State Rooms in Petworth House and marvel at the fascinating collection items on display. Our friendly room guides are happy to answer questions and share stories about the incredible history of the house and its treasures.

Family talking to a room guide in the North Gallery, Petworth House and Park, West Sussex — Family exploring the North Gallery at Petworth House, West Sussex | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Explore Petworth Park

Step out into the 700-acre Deer Park with the family, enjoy a picnic and have fun spotting the fallow deer roaming the hills - there's so much space to explore and adventures to be had.