Families at Waddesdon Manor

We've lots of activities and fun events for families to enjoy when visiting. From school holiday crafting to our magical woodland playground at the Stables. Don't forget the great open spaces to run around in too.

Have an adventure this summer

Colourscape returns to Waddesdon Manor

Take a colourful journey 

Colourscape is back from Wed 28 July to Sun 8 August 2021, 10.30am-4.30pm. Take an incredible journey full of light, colour and music. Suitable for all ages, it will be an experience you'll never forget. Last entry into Colourscape is 4pm. Tickets must be booked in advance.

Mimi the Mynah, the Waddesdon mascot, eating an ice cream

Summer Holidays  

Get outdoors and into nature over the summer holidays as well as enjoying a programme of cultural events, from outdoor theatre to a pop-up festival of children's literature.

" Excellent family day out. If you have kids there is a MASSIVE adventure park, gardens, and aviary. For adults the beautiful house has lots of history to offer. Plenty of food and drink, including lovely afternoon teas and an ice cream parlour... They do events throughout the year including a Christmas Market and light displays. We love coming throughout the year to experience everything they have to offer. "
- Facebook review
The Woodland Playground at Waddesdon
Waddesdon   Buckinghamshire

Our magical woodland playground

If you like running, jumping, swinging, climbing and playing all day long, you're going to love our woodland playground. Suitable for tiny tots to young teens. You'll find it just past the summer house on your way to the Stables.

Discover all the fun you can have in our woodland playground
Small child splashing in puddles, Waddesdon Manor, Bucks

50 things to do before you're 11¾ at Waddesdon 

Have outdoor adventures and at the same time discover nature in different ways with 50 things to do before you're 11¾ in the grounds at Waddesdon. Splash in puddles, fly a kite, build a den or search for wild animal clues along Miss Alice's Drive.

Afternoon tea at Waddesdon Manor

Refuel on your visit 

There are plenty of tasty options for you to try at Waddesdon Manor. From grabbing a bite to eat on the go to a celebratory afternoon tea, take a look at what you can tuck in to.

Waddesdon's gifts in the Manor shop

Discover interesting shops 

Shop for wine, great gifts and one-off pieces in one of the shops at Waddesdon Manor.

Useful info for grown-ups
  • Baby-changing and feeding facilities at both the Manor and Stables
  • Front-carrying slings and hip-carrying infant seats are available for loan when visiting the house
  • Children's food options available at food-to-go outlets
  • Plenty of open spaces for running about
  • Under 5's can bring their scooters and small bikes into the grounds. We suggest the pathways near the aviary and rose garden are the best places to use