Family-friendly things to do at Baddesley Clinton

Children's Outdoor Yoga

Join us for a bookable children’s outdoor yoga workshop here at Baddesley.

Bring your little ones (and bigger ones too) for fun-filled Children’s Yoga at Baddesley Clinton this Summer. Join us as we jump like frogs and stretch like trees, before resting down into a short relaxation and meditation.

These 60-minute nature-based sessions will include movement, stories, songs and creative play, in a safe environment out on the front lawn. Children must always be accompanied by an adult. Please wear suitable clothing for the weather.

The sessions are suitable for children aged 3 - 7, but children aged 2 are welcome if they can walk and follow basic instructions. Yoga mats will be provided.

This is a free event, but you'll have to book your place. Normal admission fees apply for non-members.

Family Events at Baddesley

We've got lots of events coming up for all the family to enjoy whatever the season. The kids will enjoy exploring the grounds on one of our trails, or listening to an interesting story. Everyone is welcome to discover the house, and there'll be plenty of other events for you to experience.

For full details, see our Upcoming Events page.

Planning your family visit

Here's the information you need at a glance to make the most of your family day out at Baddesley Clinton:

• Baby-changing facilities are located in the accessible toilet in the barnyard area
• The garden has some gravel paths and the lakeside walk, woodland and vegetable garden are now surfaced with self-binding gravel which can be uneven in places
• Snacks, hot food and drinks are available from the restaurant
• The picnic area is located in front of the house. Watch out for the ducks, they’ll expect you to share

'50 things to do before you're 11¾'

There are lots of '50 things to do before you're 11¾' activities to tick off during your visit. Here are a few recommendations:

No. 1 Get to know a tree 

If trees could talk, can you imagine the tales they might tell? Perhaps your tree has stood tall through battle scenes, or helped new friends to build a den? Has it heard the ‘chee-chee’ cries of baby birds in spring, or felt the winter snow build walls on its outstretched branches? Get to know a tree throughout the seasons, and search for clues in its roots, bark and branches to uncover its story. 

No. 6 Go welly wandering 

There are lots of paths to be explored at Baddesley around the nature walk and out on the wider estate. Grab those wellies and go on a wander! 

No. 8 Spot a fish 

Spotting fish is one of the best ways to spend time exploring water in the countryside. It's tricky though, with the fish darting around and trying to avoid you. It’s fun to watch how a fish moves, as it swims and plays with its friends. Some are speedy, while others prefer a slow and steady glide. Watch the water for little bubbles and ripples as the fish come to the surface. 

No. 12 Have fun with sticks 

Sticks are the best. There are so many ways you can have fun with sticks that we can’t begin to list them all here. Before choosing your stick, you need to decide what you want to use it for. Do you want to create a trail of arrows for friends to follow? Or will you use your stick to make a home for wildlife? Perhaps you’d like to decorate it and use it as a wand?

No. 31 Make friends with a bug 

There are lots of creepy crawlies to be found at Baddesley. On your next walk round the woodland why not turn over a few logs and see what you can spot. Don't forget to put it back in place though! 

No. 44 Watch a bird 

Why not pick a secluded spot in the parkland and see what birds you can see. To be a successful bird watcher, you'll need to be as quiet as a mouse while you keep a look out for our feathered friends.