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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

Nostell Parkrun 

A free weekly 5km run through the parkland, which is open to everyone, free, safe and easy to take part in.

Event summary

on
5 Jul to 20 Dec 2025
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09:00 to 10:00
+ 24 other dates or times
Event

Outdoor theatre: The Duke's Theatre Company present Macbeth 

A reimagining of Shakespeare's classic tragedy

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on
5 Jul 2025
at
19:00 to 21:00
Event

Garden Talks: Grow Your Own Veg 

Join Nostell's Senior Gardener for a series of monthly talks in the Kitchen Garden, running throughout the core gardening season.

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on
7 Jul to 8 Sep 2025
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13:30 to 14:15
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

Garden Talks: A Bed Full of Roses 

Take a gentle stroll through Nostell’s beautiful Kitchen Garden and uncover the hidden history of the Nostell roses.

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on
18 Jul to 15 Aug 2025
at
13:30 to 14:15
+ 1 other date or time