Family fun at Berrington Hall

Three small children laugh as they play at big swing surrounded by greenery. — Enjoy a family adventure at Berrington Hall | © National Trust Images/Annapurna Mellor

Are you ready for a Summer of Play? Here are just a few suggestions of how you can spend a fun-filled family day out at Berrington Hall this summer.

Summer of Play at Berrington Hall

20 July - 1 September

Have you planned your Summer of Play?

Your little ones can get active, curious, and creative, with countless ways to play and explore at Berrington Hall. Challenge the family to the different games and activities, have a go at building a den within the parkland, burn off steam in the natural play area, and tuck into your favourite ice cream from the tea-room or stables café.

Play and sports equipment can be borrowed from the Visitor Welcome centre from 20 July - 1 September.

Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank and supported by Sport England.

Alice in Wonderland - summer holidays trail

20 July - 1 September

Take part in this summer's fairy-tale trail at Berrington Hall, following the weird and wonderful story of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. £3 per trail which includes an activity sheet, colouring pencils, and a prize (normal admission applies).

Pond dipping at Berrington Hall

24 July and 31 July

Join the ranger team for an exploration of Berrington's pool, where a whole world of wildlife lives beneath the surface. £2 per child (normal admission applies).

Find out more about what's on at Berrington Hall this summer by following the link below:

Summer at Berrington Hall

A colourful graphic with children at play, rainbows, butterflies, sunshine, bunting, musical notes and more. — Come and play at Berrington Hall | © National Trust

Natural play areas

The children's play area is situated near the mansion and the perfect place for your little ones to let of steam as they run, jump and skip around the play equipment. If you are feeling a bit more adventurous, then why not head over to the den building area, where little adventurers can put their creative skills to the test to create their own shelter.

Inside the mansion

You and your family can imagine life as a Georgian lady or gentleman as you uncover the fascinating history of the families that have lived here. On the first floor, learn more about the wide world of Georgian dresses with the 'A Dress Fit for a King' exhibition. You’ll also find historic skirts, jackets, and hats at the dressing up station, which have all been created by the volunteer sewing team.

An image of a young girl in a pink dress with plaited hair building a den out of branches and twigs — Test your den building skills at Berrington | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Exploring the parkland

Out in the parkland, the walks are pretty flat and child friendly. You can use an off-road buggy in the parkland but please be aware that some areas can be a little boggy in wet weather. The paths around the pool and into Moreton Ride have recently reopened, however may be temporarily or partially closed during the winter if we experience particularly wet weather. If this is the case, you can still get close to the pool to view the fantastic birdlife on the mansion side.

Another fun self-led thing to do is to download or print a copy of ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’ guide to bring along with you. There are 50 activities to try as a family outdoors, which can be used over and over again; why not start by building a den, watching a bird or going on a scavenger hunt this winter?

After exploring the parkland, make sure to visit the Old Servant's tea-rooms where you'll find snacks, lunches, and hot drinks making it the perfect place to warm up after you’ve explored.