A family day out at Stourhead

Maypole dancing

3-5 May, 1am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm

Skip and weave your way around a Maypole instructed by a professional maypole dancer. Learn how to dance this traditional jig with our professional instructor, accompanied by a live musician. There will also be lawn games to enjoy at the picnic hub in the top garden.

May half term

24 May - 1 June, 10am-3pm

Join us this May half term at the historic Stableyard for a fun-filled family day out. Enjoy volunteer-led crafts, get active with games and challenge yourself to complete the obstacle course. And don't miss out on our spotter challenge activity sheet, perfect for little explorers. With the garden in full bloom, it’s the perfect time to spend a day of picnicking and strolling by the lakeside.

Summer of Play

5 July - 2 September, 10am-4pm

Summer of Play is back! Join us throughout July and August for endless fun at the Stableyard and the Summer of Play Meadow. Scramble up the mighty straw castle, aim for gold at the archery range, or race through the meadow maze to find the hidden camp.

Expert circus performers from BigTopMania and friends will share their skills every weekend in August and you can also get crafty with Wiltshire Scrapstore every Friday to Sunday during the school holidays.

Become a climate superhero

Head over to the Granary in the Stableyard and learn how to become a climate superhero. Children and adults alike can learn about climate adaptation and what the National Trust and Stourhead are doing to adapt to the climate. Panels filled with climate insights line the walls, as well as a climate themed children's book corner and toy shelf. 

Natural play area

Families are able to enjoy the natural play area and enjoy a swing, clamber on the climbing ropes, and enjoy all the fun on offer.

Adventures inside Stourhead House 

When the house reopens on Saturday 8 March, head inside and grab a children’s spotter trail from the Entrance Hall. Using the clues, head off on an adventure through the showrooms. Can you spot the special items around the house?

Children’s activity stations can also be found throughout the house. Perhaps you’ll plan your own grand tour around the world, take a big sniff of the smelling tins, play the Pesky Pests card game, or dress up in servants’ clothes. Whichever you choose, there’s plenty of exploration and playing to be done while learning about the history of Stourhead.