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Family-friendly things to do at Upton House and Gardens

Children playing in the garden at Sizergh, Cumbria
Enjoy winter 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 late winter into early spring.

Sense and explore in winter

10 January - 15 March, 10am - 5pm. Normal admission applies. 

Use all your senses in Upton's outdoors this winter season with this slow-looking resource for little explorers. Pick up a copy of the 'Sense and explore' winter resource from Visitor Reception with sensory activities to complete during and after your visit.

 

Make a bird feeder

16 - 20 February, 11am - 2pm. Normal admission applies and £3 per child. 

Make a bird feeder this February half term. Help to look after garden birds this winter by making a pine-cone bird feeder you can hang up at home. Full instructions and all materials will be provided.

Boy playing in the woods at Sheffield Park and Garden, East Sussex
Discover the woodland walk | © National Trust Images / Chris Lacey

Upton's Woodland Walk 

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

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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Upcoming events at Upton House and Gardens 

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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.

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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.

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

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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’.

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