Family fun at Croft Castle
Adventure awaits this summer at Croft Castle. Discover our medieval festival on the castle lawn, packed with playful activity zones running all summer long. With two exciting play areas and acres of space to explore, it’s the perfect family day out—come and join the fun.
Planning your visit
- Mini castle play area and natural play area open daily
- Baby-changing facilities available near the tea-room
- Highchairs available in the cafe
- Pushchair friendly paths in the gardens
- Sensory items available to borrow
Summer of Play at Croft Castle
Saturday 19 July to Sunday 31 August, 10am until 4pm.
Discover endless ways to play with a medieval themed Summer of Play festival at a real castle filled with legend, folklore and history.
Explore a variety of themed activity zones on the festival lawn—each offering a unique way to play, learn, and imagine.
All activities are included with standard admission. Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank and supported by Sport England.
Plan your summer adventure
Play areas
There are two play areas at Croft, the mini-castle play area which is situated just outside the Carpenter’s tea-room and suitable for younger children to run, jump and climb around as they pretend to be the king of the castle. Families can also run wild in our natural play area, complete with stepping logs, a den building area, rope swing and giant noughts and crosses.
Family friendly things to do in the castle and garden
Follow fun spotting trails and discover fascinating objects with help from our team. Don’t miss the charming walled garden and the giant bug hotel guests. After exploring, warm up with tasty snacks and drinks from the Carpenter’s tea-room.
Family friendly things to do in the parkland
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Enjoy family walks through the 1,500-acre estate. Little ones will love Fishpool Valley’s woodland pools, while older kids can take on the climb to Croft Ambrey for stunning 360˚ views.
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Free to borrow sensory items
There are resource stations at Visitor Reception and in the house. They offer free to borrow sensory bags and individual sensory items including noise cancelling headphones and fidget toys.
Facilities
Baby-change facilities can be found in the disabled toilet near the tea-room. Please ask at the tea-room for the key. Breast feeding is welcome anywhere you feel comfortable, or if you'd like a little privacy, please ask.
There's lots to choose from for your little ones in the cosy Carpenter's tea-room, with smaller portions and high chairs also available.
Eating and shopping at Croft Castle
Tuck into some lunch and light bites in the Carpenter’s tea-room at Croft Castle, or visit the second-hand bookshop to find yourself a pre-loved classic.
Visiting Croft Castle with your dog
Croft Castle is a two pawprint rated place. You and your dog can explore 1,500 acres of parkland and beautiful gardens at Croft Castle.
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