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Family exploring the garden at Stourhead, Wiltshire
Family exploring the garden at Stourhead | © National Trust Images/John Millar

Family-friendly places in Wiltshire

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

What's on for May half term?

Just across the border, discover Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Trails at Dyrham Park, near Bath and Kingston Lacy in Dorset

Dyrham Park 

Calling Pokémon fans new and old! From 23 May, get active outdoors on our Pokémon Trading Card Game Mega Evolution Trail. Team up as a family to search the woodlands for each Mega Evolution Pokémon, discover their powers and complete your own challenges.

A brightly coloured graphic split into four quadrants. The largest, righthand quadrant has a bright green background and an image of a male child in a red waterproof jacket is grinning at the camera. Each other quadrant contains a Pokémon from the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Series.

Kingston Lacy 

Unleash your energy on a Pokémon adventure this May half term, celebrating the Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Series. Are you ready for a mega adventure?

Adult and child jumping together on a pink background with the words “Unleash your Energy"

May half term in Wiltshire

May play days at Stourhead 

Join us in the historic Stableyard for a fun-filled family day out. Enjoy craft activities, hanging out with the hobby horses, playing games and zooming about on ride-on tractors.

Medieval fun with hobby horses

Spring scavenger hunt at Stourhead 

Pick up a spring scavenger hunt sheet at Visitor Reception on your way in and see what you can discover as you explore the garden.

A family looking out over the lake with the Pantheon in the distance at Stourhead, Wiltshire

May half term at Lacock Abbey 

Find art boxes in the orchard with everything you need to create a masterpiece, visit the Bothy to make a butterfly mask, and pick up a spotter sheet to explore the garden and woodland.

Children on the Easter trail at Lacock Abbey, Wiltshire

A Regency Half Term at Mompesson House 

Get involved with bonnet trimming and Regency letter writing, explore with a spring-themed spotter trail and if it's sunny, relax with outdoor games and activities in the garden.

Two girls enter Mompesson House through the front door.

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 in the Botanic Garden at Lacock look at a flower spotter sheet

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 

Count the hidden faces in the plasterwork, imagine yourself back in time and check out the creaky staircase. Enjoy sensory play during baby tree time.

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 to do in spring 

Spring is the perfect time to get started on our list of ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’. Here are some of the best activities to try, from stargazing to snail racing.

Children sit with nets at the rock pools at Giant's Causeway, County Antrim

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

Discover more in Wiltshire

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