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Summer of Play: Free to Play in the Parkland

Discover of summer of free games and activities in the parkland at Nostell.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

This summer, Nostell is your go-to destination for unforgettable family days out. Spend long summer days filled with games, picnics, and pockets of adventure – there’s something for everyone, from toddlers to teens.

Enjoy a wide range of free play activities including football, badminton, rugby, cricket & more – just grab some equipment from the trolley and play all day.

Head to Joiner's Wood for wild play and den building or set off on two wheels into the wider parkland and discover two woodland cycle trails – perfect for little riders and young explorers.

Whether you're kicking a ball, building a fort, or cruising the trails on two wheels, make the parkland at Nostell your summer playground – and it’s all free!

Pack a picnic, bring your bikes, and make a day of it.

Looking for more ideas for the summer? We are excited to welcome Featherstone Rovers to Nostell every Monday and Thursday during the summer for organised sports sessions. See the events page for more information and to book your place. There's also lots more opportunities for play in the house and gardens.

Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.

Times

The basics

Suitability

All welcome

Meeting point

Head to the vista in front of the house.

Accessibility

The sports equipment is located on grass which is mostly level. Sports and games are self-directed.

Contact info

Nostell Business Support

Upcoming events

Event

Summer of Play: Games galore in the house and gardens 

Discover pockets of play in the house and games galore in the gardens this summer at Nostell.

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on
22 Jul to 31 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 40 other dates or times
Event

Biketastic summer: Free cycling skills with WDCF 

Free fun-filled cycling events for kids this summer holiday with Wakefield District Cycle Forum!

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on
23 Jul to 27 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 14:00
+ 5 other dates or times
Event

Summer of Play: Fun with Featherstone Rovers 

Get active this summer with the Featherstone Rovers Foundation at Nostell

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on
24 Jul to 28 Aug 2025
at
13:00 to 16:00
+ 10 other dates or times
Event

Garden Talks: A Passion for Potato Growing 

Join us for a talk with Nostell's Head Gardener and dig Into the secrets of growing perfect potatoes.

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on
25 Jul 2025
at
13:30 to 14:15