Family fun at Croft Castle
Adventure awaits with two play areas. The mini-castle play area invites younger children to run, jump, and climb as they pretend to be kings and queens. Meanwhile, the natural play area, featuring stepping logs, a den building zone, and a rope swing, lets them unleash their wild side.
Busy Bee half term trail
Saturday 21 May to Sunday 1 June 2025, 10am until 4.30pm.
Buzz into the wonderful world of bees around our flower-filled garden.
Get ready for an exciting outdoor adventure with bee spotting, pollinating puzzles and bee-themed crafts. This half term, we invite you to put on your antennae and experience life as bee.
Trails are £3 each which includes a prize, normal admission applies.
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.
See our event listings and follow us on Facebook and Instagram for Summer of Play updates.
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 parkland
50 things to do before you’re 11¾
Get your kids closer to nature with ‘50 things to do before you’re 11¾’. There are plenty of outdoor activities to do all year round, from watching the sunset to creating some wild art. Why not download a copy of the '50 things' guide to bring along with you? There are 50 activities to try as a family outdoors which can be used over and over again.
Family walks
There are several walks which run through the 1500-acre estate. Families with younger children may wish to explore the revived Fishpool Valley where water cascades through the woods from pool-to-pool. Older children may enjoy the challenge of trekking up Croft Ambrey, an Iron Age hillfort, to enjoy the wonderful 360˚ views at the top.
Family friendly things to do in the castle and garden
Step back in time inside the castle and have a go at spotting trails during the school holidays. Our volunteers can show you some of the fascinating objects we look after.
Don't forget to explore the gardens, including the homely walled garden, and see who's checked into the giant bug hotel.
Enjoy your takeaway snacks from the Carpenter's tea-room, including hot snacks and drinks to warm you up after you've explored the parkland and gardens.
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.
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’.