Family fun at Berrington Hall
Berrington's children's play area is a great spot for your little ones to unleash their energy. Watch them run, jump, and skip around the fun-filled play equipment. For more adventure, head to the den building area, where young explorers can put their creativity to the test and build their very own shelters
Our history is in the frame
Essential window and door conservation starting 29 January 2026.
On your next visit to the mansion, you might notice boards, covers, tools and busy conservators around our historic windows and doors.
Our windows are over 200 years old and need specialist care. Over time, moisture, sunlight, old paint layers and natural timber movement cause wear and tear. Thanks to our supporters, some of the windows will be taken away for specialist conservation work and then reinstalled.
The floor in the Staircase Hall will also be conserved during this time. We may need to close areas of the mansion and redirect the visitor route while we carry out this essential conservation work. We hope to have the work completed by the end of February.
The first floor, including Ann Harley's dress, will be closed until Easter while we carry out exciting updates to the exhibition.
Hidden Homes - February half term trail
Sat 14 Feb to Sun 22 Feb 2026 - 10am to 4pm.
Look for the hidden homes of our garden gnomes. Children are invited to use their activity sheet to search the garden for gnome doorways tucked among trees, plants, and pathways. We’re encouraging young explorers to look closely, follow clues, and discover the secret homes of the garden’s magical residents.
Trail cost £3, includes a prize. Normal admission applies - No booking needed.
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.
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.
Eating and shopping at Berrington Hall
Discover somewhere to treat yourself to food and drink or pick up a second-hand book in a historic setting at Berrington Hall.
Visiting Berrington with your dog
Berrington Hall is a two pawprint rated place. Visit Berrington with your dog and enjoy walks through ‘Capability’ Brown’s final landscape. Find out where you can explore before you visit.
The garden at Berrington Hall
Berrington has an internationally significant garden. It’s the final landscape garden project completed by Lancelot ‘Capability’ Brown with a walled garden, traditional orchard, productive kitchen garden, curved garden and a brand new flower garden.
Family-friendly places to visit
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Family-friendly places to visit in Worcestershire and Herefordshire.
From playing in nature and outdoor trails, to seasonally inspired crafts, activities and games, there are lots of family events and activities on offer with the National Trust in Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
‘50 things to do before you're 11¾’
Plan fresh-air activities, discover facts about nature and wildlife or learn a new skill with our suggestions for ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’.
