Family days out at Hanbury Hall

Published:: 29 June 2022

A family in the garden on a day out at Hanbury Hall and Gardens, Worcestershire — A family day out at Hanbury Hall and Gardens | © National Trust Images/John Millar

Hanbury Hall is full of fun adventures for all the family. There’s always lots to do to keep little ones busy in the great outdoors, from exploring the playground, to discovering the gardens in a seasonal trail.

Festival of Blossom

Celebrate the Festival of Blossom at Hanbury Hall with Blossom Bathing, talks, crafts, and displays.

Blossom Bathing

Monday 15 April – Sunday 28 April

Take a deep breath and relax in the apple orchard. Help yourself to a mat and rest beneath the beautiful apple blossom. Take in their gorgeous fragrance and listen to the sounds of nature all around you.

Blossom Crafts

Sunday 21 April and Sunday 28 April, 11am – 3pm

Join us in the Long Gallery and create your own blossom tree out of card and tissue paper so you can enjoy these beautiful blooms at home. £2 per craft, no booking needed.

Blossom Storytelling Sessions

Saturday 20, Sunday 21, and Sunday 28 April, 11am - 3pm

Join local author Ruth Goddard in the second-hand bookshop at Hanbury Hall for a series of storytelling sessions to celebrate the Festival of Blossom.

Blossom Talks

Wednesday 17 April and Wednesday 24 April, 12.15pm

Join Nicki the Gardener for a short talk in the apple orchard to find out more about the blossom that grows here at Hanbury Hall.

A blossom tree in the gardens at Hanbury Hall with the Hall behind — Blossom at Hanbury Hall | © Niamh Canning / National Trust Images

May half-term

ZooLab Animal Handling Show: Animals and Folklore

Join Zoolab at Hanbury Hall for a fun animal show where you’ll have the chance to get up close with giant snails, tarantulas, lizards, frogs, snakes, and more! Hear all about how these creatures relate to folklore, and the amazing tales, myths and legends that have been told about them through the years.

ZooLab are the UK's number one company for ethical animal experiences.

£11 per ticket (one child and one accompanying adult). Children must have an adult with them at all times. Normal admission charges also apply.

Tuesday 28th, Wednesday 29th, Thursday 30th of May at 11:30-12:15, 12:45-13:30 and 14:00 - 14:45.

Book your session.

Explore the playground

Open 9.30am till 4.30pm, the playground is situated at the edge of the parkland behind the Stableyard.

With a swing, a slide, climbers and wooden tipis, the playground is the perfect place for little explorers to let off some steam and spend time in nature.

The playground is suitable for children under 12 years of age. Please ensure children are supervised at all times. Assistance dogs only.