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A child climbs Strawton Castle in the play meadow at Stourhead
A child climbs Strawton Castle in the play meadow at Stourhead. | © National Trust Images/Betsy Ogilvie

Family-friendly places in Wiltshire

Ancient landscapes, world-famous gardens and outdoor adventures await in Wiltshire. Why not visit somewhere new with the family?

Places to visit with the family

Discover all the best places to bring the family for great days out this season.

Stourhead 

A world famous garden packed with temples, grottos, trees and water features, just waiting for little legs to explore.

Family exploring the garden at Stourhead, Wiltshire

Lacock 

There are lots of things at Lacock for families to enjoy all year round. With a busy programme of activities from family crafts to the magic of live theatre, find out more about what you could discover on your next visit.

Two children taking in the atmosphere of Lacock's Cloister, they are gazing upwards off camera and the sun is shining.

Avebury 

With lots of space, fresh air and history all around, Avebury is a perfect place to bring the family - whatever the time of year.

A woman and two children walking among the standing stones at Avebury.

Mompesson House 

Entertain the whole family this summer at Mompesson House. Discover unique stories in the house, go on an adventure in the garden and stop for a bite to eat in the tea-room.

Two girls enter Mompesson House through the front door.

'50 things to do before you're 11¾, come rain or shine

Top ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities in summer 

Plan an adventure this summer with our activity guides for children. Try everything from floating in a boat, to rock-pooling, identifying animal poo and fossil hunting.

Visitors canoeing at Attingham Park, Shropshire

Top ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities to do when it’s raining 

We've compiled a selection of items from the ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ list that are perfect for rainy days, so grab your waterproofs and get involved.

Boy jumping in a puddle. The boy is wearing a woolly hat and wellies
Two adults and a child look at the house, with its pediment supported by columns, at Stourhead, Wiltshire

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World-famous gardens, villages and ancient landscapes, and some lesser-known gems can all be found in Wiltshire.

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