What's on at Stourhead
From guided tours to exhibitions and family trails, see what's coming up at Stourhead.
A family day out at Stourhead
There's always lots going on at Stourhead to help you spend time together as a family. Find out what activities you can join to make the most of your next visit – and discover all the facilities available for families.
Storytime with Father Christmas
December weekends, £18 per child
Join us for a magical storytime experience with Father Christmas in his cosy grotto, discover games in the festive Stableyard and crafting in the elves workshop.
You'll be welcomed into the grotto beneath Stourhead house for a special meeting with Father Christmas. Children will listen to an enchanting story told by the man himself, get the chance to meet him, before heading home with an early Christmas gift!
Robin's Christmas rescue
21 November - 4 January
Wrap up warm and join Robin on a mission to deliver a very important Christmas letter.
Explore the lakeside and take part in festive challenges in the company of Robin and their woodland friends. This brand-new Christmas trail features beautiful illustrations and sets the task of rescuing a lost letter to Father Christmas and setting it safely on its way to the North Pole.
Christmas games in the Stableyard
21 November - 23 December
Have some festive fun in the Stableyard with Christmas-themed games.
Take aim at the sprout shy, try your hand at the pudding toss, and pin the nose on the reindeer. Or get competitive with your friends and family at festive three in a row, Christmas tree hoopla and stuff the stocking.
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.
Play area
Families are able to enjoy the play area and enjoy a swing, clamber on the climbing ropes, and enjoy all the fun on offer.
Adventures inside Stourhead House
Head inside the house and grab a children’s spotter trail from the Entrance Hall. Using the clues, begin your 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.
Visiting with family checklist
- Free entry for under 5s.
- Baby-changing facilities.
- Buggy friendly paths around the garden.
- Balls, bikes, frisbees, skateboards and scooters aren't allowed in the garden, so please leave these at home.
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