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Family-friendly things to do at Upton House and Gardens

Children enjoying the autumn leaves at Dyffryn Gardens, Wales
Enjoy autumn fun outside | © National Trust Images/John Millar

Bring the family for a fun-filled day out at Upton House and Gardens. Join in with outdoor activities, and see what's on over the autumn and winter months.

Heritage Open Day 2026

Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September, 10am - 5pm. No booking needed. 

Discover the world-class art collection at Upton House and Gardens, with free entry this weekend only, for Heritage Open Day.

Halloween nature crafts

Monday 26 October - Friday 30 October, 11am - 2pm. Normal admission applies and £2 per child. 

Make the most of the spooky autumn season with these fun alternatives to pumpkin carving. This autumn half term bring your little ones to make a bouncing bat, a leafy jack-o-lantern and spider-web bunting.

Upton's Woodland Walk 

Come and explore the Woodland Walk. Discover exciting wildlife while climbing over logs, through tunnels and around tree stumps. Finish with a hot treat or light lunch at the Pavilion Cafe after exploring.

Christmas with the muses

To find out more about Christmas at Upton, including booking for events, head to our Christmas page. 

Please note - in preperation for our Christmas displays, the whole site will be closed on Tuesday 3 and Wednesday 4 November. 

The north front of Upton House and Gardens, Warwickshire in summer

Discover more at Upton House and Gardens

Find out when Upton House and Gardens is open, how to get here, things to see and do and more.

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Christmas at Upton House and Gardens 

This Christmas, discover the world of the nine Muses, brought to life through festive decorations inspired by Upton’s rare Chelsea porcelain collection. Explore beautifully decorated rooms filled with creativity and imagination, enjoy family-friendly activities and festive workshops, and soak up the seasonal atmosphere.

Child looking up at Christmas tree with lights

Upcoming events at Upton House and Gardens 

See all the events we have coming up to help you plan your visit

Two visitors walking through a woodland in the autumn

Discover the house and collection at Upton 

Immerse yourself in one of the finest art collections in 20th-century England, which was the country house and weekend retreat of 2nd Viscount Bearsted, Walter Samuel.

Inside the Long Gallery at Upton House, Warwickshire, with its floor-to-ceiling windows and 18th-century English furniture.

Visiting the garden at Upton 

Visit Upton's historic garden and marvel at the view that unfolds in front of you. Discover the Mirror Pool and views from the south lawn.

Close up of National Collection of Asters Upton House and Gardens, Warwickshire, flowering in a bright shade of purple.

Eating and shopping at Upton 

Stop by the Pavilion Café on your visit to Upton House and grab a bite to eat, a hot or cold drink and a slice of cake. Buy a souvenir of your visit in the shop, or pop into the second-hand bookshop for a new read.

Aster frikartii `Jungfrau', pinkish purple flower heads with yellow centres, in the aster border at Upton House, Warwickshire

Family-friendly places to visit 

Looking for a family day out that'll keep everyone entertained? Find things to do with the kids at the places we care for near you.

A family plays near the sun sculpture in the centre of the parkland, Lacock Abbey. It is summer, the sun is shining and the children smile towards the camera.

Family activities in Warwickshire 

With wide open areas for playing and kid-friendly trails and activities, we've got your family days out sorted.

A mum is wearing a blue brimmed hat while walking down a garden path, turning and smiling to her young child - a boy wearing a bright yellow jacket, while the dad walks behind smiling and looking out across the walled garden.

‘50 things to do before you're 11¾’ 

Plan fresh-air activities, discover facts about nature and wildlife or learn a new skill with our suggestions for ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’.

Children bug hunting amongst coastal grass.