Children and adults wearing hats and coats walk up a hill in front of the house at Stourhead — Visitors in the garden at Stourhead | © National Trust Images/Arnhel de Serra

Family-friendly places in Wiltshire

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

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

Family exploring the garden at Stourhead, Wiltshire

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Stourhead

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

A family explore the parkland at Lacock, two adults look on as two children play at the base of an old tree, a willow sculpture representing the sun in its branches.

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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 adults and two children make their way through the gate at Avebury, Wiltshire

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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.

Two girls enter Mompesson House through the front door.

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Mompesson House

Count the hidden faces in the plasterwork, imagine yourself back in time and check out the creaky staircase.

Join us for Easter trails at many of the places in our care for just £3.50. Before you set off, you'll receive a trail sheet to guide you on your adventure and Easter bunny ears to wear along the way. Don't forget you can choose from either a chocolate egg or a vegan and Free From chocolate egg.

Stourhead

Saturday 29 March - Monday 21 April, 9am - 3:30pm

Avebury

Saturday 29 March - Monday 21 April, 10am - 5pm

A parent and two children on the Easter trail surrounded by green trees and shrubs

Lacock Abbey

Saturday 5 April - Monday 21 April, 10am - 5pm

Two children in coats and wellies walk along the path with umbrellas up towards East Riddlesden Hall, Yorkshire

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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.

Children playing at Brimham Rocks, North Yorkshire

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

Winter is the perfect time for many of the ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ activities. Wrap up warm and go welly wandering, fossil hunting or stargazing.