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Traditional games

Head to Swanley Grange and find a collection of traditional games for all ages, ready for you to pick up and play.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Head to Swanley Grange where we’ve laid out a collection of traditional games for all ages, ready for you to pick up and play.

Challenge friends to a game of backgammon, laugh through a round of charades or Pictionary and let imaginations run wild at the puppet theatre.

Warm up with some festive fun and make memories the old-fashioned way.

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Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Accessibility

Swanley Grange is accessed on level ground from the Visitor Centre, a 10 minute walk. From West Gate (15 minutes) or Studley (30 minutes) there is a steep hill (15-20% gradient) to access Swanley.

Meeting point

Head to the festive hub at Swanley Grange, just a 5 minute walk from the visitor centre.

Suitability for children

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

What to bring and wear

Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal is an outdoor site. Sturdy footwear will help with uneven ground and steep hills and warm clothes and waterproofs might be a good idea too.

Other

Standard admission to the site still applies on entry. Visit the home page to find admission prices.

Upcoming events

The Pikachu Art Adventure at Fountains Abbey 

Think you know art at the National Trust? Think again. Discover a unique art adventure at Fountains Abbey this autumn - with Pikachu as the star.

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on
11 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
at 09:30 to 16:30+ 21 other dates or times

Garden and abbey tour 

Join one of our volunteer tour guides to discover the secrets and surprises of Studley Royal Water Garden, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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on
11 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
at 11:00 to 12:30+ 43 other dates or times

Abbey tour 

Join one of our volunteer tour guides to discover more about the largest and most complete monastic ruins in the country.

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on
11 Oct to 1 Nov 2026
at 12:00 to 13:00+ 43 other dates or times

Mill tour 

Join one of our volunteer tour guides to find out more about the oldest building on the estate, Fountains Mill.

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on
13 Oct 2026
at 14:30 to 15:30