Wellbeing walks
8 Oct, 13 Oct…
These gentle, volunteer-led wellbeing walks at Stourhead cover 1.5–2 miles and take about two hours. Walkers can enjoy the surroundings, meet others and connect with nature.
Wiltshire
Wiltshire is a historic county in South West England renowned for its ancient monuments, scenic chalk downs, and cultural landmarks including Stonehenge and Salisbury Cathedral.
Near Stourhead
Stourhead is a historic estate in Wiltshire featuring a Grade I listed Neo-Palladian house, an acclaimed 18th-century English landscape garden with classical temples, an artificial lake, and significant art collections, managed by the National Trust.
Autumn Animals Half-term Trail
22 Oct–1 Nov
Visitors can follow an autumn wildlife trail around Avebury Manor Garden, discover facts about animals and make a wildlife mask to take home.
Near Avebury Manor and Garden
Avebury Manor & Garden is a historic National Trust property featuring a Grade I listed early 16th-century manor house with period interiors and meticulously designed formal gardens, located in the village of Avebury near the famous neolithic henge monument. The venue offers both indoor exploration of historical interiors and outdoor enjoyment of the gardens, reflecting centuries of architectural and garden design history.
Leaf Collage at Newark Park
26 Oct
Visitors can create a collage using autumn leaves collected from the park as part of an art activity at Newark Park.
Near Newark Park
Newark Park is a Grade I listed Tudor hunting lodge and country house near Ozleworth, Gloucestershire, set within a 700-acre estate featuring formal deer park and landscaped grounds. Visitors can explore both the historic indoor interiors and the scenic outdoor areas surrounding the house. The site is managed by the National Trust and open to the public seasonally.
October half term at Prior Park
24 Oct–1 Nov
Children can search for creepy sights dotted around the lower garden at Prior Park and play lawn games, including a marble run.
Near Prior Park Landscape Garden
Prior Park Landscape Garden is a historically significant English landscape garden near Bath, designed by Alexander Pope and Capability Brown, featuring iconic structures like a Palladian bridge and Gothic temple, set in a steep valley with lakes and restored grounds open to the public.
Wider estate walks
27 Mar, 24 Apr…
Join a guided walk along lesser-known routes on Stourhead’s wider estate, with seasonal scenery and information about the landscape’s archaeology and history.
3 miles from Alfred's Tower
Alfred's Tower is a 49-meter high folly tower located in Somerset, England, commemorating King Alfred the Great and historic events from the 9th century. It features a viewing platform accessible by spiral staircase and offers panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. The tower is part of the National Trust and stands on the historic Stourhead Estate.
'New Work at Newark Park: A Sculpture Exhibition'
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
A sculpture exhibition featuring work by five local artists, displayed across Newark Park’s house and gardens. The contemporary sculptures explore the estate’s history, landscape and wildlife, with some works made from materials sourced locally.
3 miles from Kingswood Abbey
Kingswood Abbey Gatehouse is the only surviving part of the historic Cistercian Kingswood Abbey in Gloucestershire, with origins dating back to 1139. Visitors can explore the medieval gatehouse, a Grade I listed building, located in the village of Kingswood and managed by English Heritage.
Drawn to Trees: Tree Zodiac exhibition
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
An outdoor exhibition of thirteen etchings by Luke Adam Hawker, inspired by an ancient Celtic zodiac that associates each lunar month with a tree or plant. Visitors can view the artworks and reflect on their stories and connections to the natural world.
3 miles from Bradley House
Bradley House is a traditional estate and family home of the Dukes of Somerset for over 300 years, featuring a stone house and ancient church in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, open to visitors by appointment only.
Hidden water walk
15 Oct (next Thursday)
Join a guided walk at Dyrham Park to discover its natural springs, hidden water chambers and historic water features, including an underground well and stone structure by the lake.
Near Dyrham Park
Dyrham Park is a Grade I listed baroque country house and extensive parkland in Gloucestershire, England, featuring historic interiors with Dutch art, 274 acres of gardens, an orangery, and a stable block now a tea room. It offers public access with events and has been a filming location for notable productions.
Marvellous moths trail
3 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
Follow a garden trail at Stourhead to discover moth species, collect clues and build a fact file about these often-misunderstood insects.
The Great British Braid Off at Stonehenge
24–26 Oct, 30 Oct–1 Nov
Visitors can contribute to a braided rug inspired by prehistoric skills and materials, and try other prehistoric crafts such as pinch-pot and bracelet making. The event also explores everyday life in the prehistoric period.
Near Stonehenge
Stonehenge is a world-famous prehistoric monument featuring the iconic Stone Circle and a museum exhibition showcasing 4,000 years of history. Visitors can explore the outdoor landscape and take part in guided tours inside the stone circle outside normal hours. The site offers a café, shop, and family-friendly facilities, making it a compelling cultural and educational day out.
Guided Tours: Secrets of Coleshill
10 Oct (this Saturday)
A guided tour around Coleshill explores the lost Coleshill House, the estate’s secret Second World War training history and the former Model Farm, now home to the Heritage and Rural Skills Centre. The tour includes a walk of approximately 1 km and a chance to look around an exhibition afterwards.
Near Buscot and Coleshill Estates
Coleshill Village & Parkland is a historic rural estate offering walking trails through farmland and parkland, alongside indoor experiences such as tours of a replica Second World War bunker and a traditional watermill. Visitors can enjoy heritage skills courses, a café, and a country pub on site.
Meet Father Christmas at Newark Park
28–29 Nov, 5–6 Dec…
Children can meet Father Christmas in his grotto on the ground floor of Newark Park house, receive a small gift and have a chat with him. Visits are arranged in 30-minute time slots, with up to eight children per slot.
3 miles from Owlpen Manor
Owlpen Manor is a romantic Tudor manor house in Gloucestershire featuring terraced gardens, unique historic interiors, and woodland walks. Visitors can enjoy private guided tours, a church with notable mosaics, and onsite dining options in a picturesque Cotswold valley setting.
Ancient Pathways paintings exhibition
5 Sep–1 Nov (another 23 days)
An exhibition of paintings by Avebury’s 2026 Artist in Residence, Georgie Weedon, exploring themes of place, memory and connection through the ancient stone circle, surrounding landscape, and historic spaces of Avebury.
Near Alexander Keiller Museum, Avebury
Alexander Keiller Museum in Avebury showcases key prehistoric artefacts from the Avebury World Heritage Site, featuring indoor exhibits in the Stables and Barn Galleries. The venue offers wheelchair access, a café, and family-friendly facilities including play spaces, and welcomes dogs on leads. Parking is available in the National Trust car park and the village with disabled spaces.
Exhibition: Seen in the Trees – Tansy Lee Moir
8–26 Oct (another 17 days)
An exhibition of Tansy Lee Moir’s drawings, paintings and monoprints inspired by trees and their histories. Visitors can view works made with charcoal, natural pigments and mixed media.
Near Mompesson House
Mompesson House is an 18th-century Queen Anne style historic house in Salisbury, Wiltshire, owned by the National Trust. Visitors can explore its carefully restored Georgian interiors and collections of 18th-century decorative arts. The house was also a filming location for the movie Sense and Sensibility.
'Christmas Traditions' at Newark Park
28–29 Nov, 5–6 Dec…
Explore how Christmas traditions developed from Tudor times through to the post-war era in decorated rooms at Newark Park. Visitors can discover the stories behind festive customs, while children can make a puppet show and play traditional board games.
October Half Term at Lacock
22 Oct–1 Nov
October half-term activities at Lacock combine spooky-themed nature activities, including a woodland bat walk and outdoor games, with cosy reading in the Bothy’s Book Nook.
Bowood Halloween Adventures
22 Oct–1 Nov
Bowood Halloween Adventures offers a family day out with a pumpkin trail, falconry displays, arts and crafts activities, and an autumn stroll through the Arboretum. Visitors can also search the grounds for a hidden ghost on 31 October and 1 November.
Near Bowood Woodland Gardens
Bowood Woodland Garden is a 30-acre historic garden featuring classic family mausoleum architecture, extensive rhododendron walks, and a collection of rare plants, set in a scenic woodland environment.
Wassail celebration at Dyrham Park
2 Jan
A wassail celebration to bless Dyrham Park’s pear trees for a good harvest in 2026. Visitors can make wassail sticks, hear traditional music and join a procession around the garden.
Near Dyrham Park
Dyrham Park is a 17th century stately home with a fine baroque house, extensive ancient parkland, and beautifully maintained gardens featuring formal borders and a wildflower orchard. Visitors can explore the house's history and art collections, enjoy walking trails through the parkland, relax in the tea-room and café, and take part in family-friendly activities including a playground and guided walks.
'Handmade Christmas' at Newark Park
21–22 Nov
A festive market at Newark Park featuring British designer-makers and artisan food producers, with opportunities to meet makers, watch craft demonstrations and take part in workshops.
A Nutcracker Christmas at Stourhead
28 Nov–23 Dec
Stourhead’s house is decorated for Christmas as an immersive retelling of The Nutcracker, with themed rooms following Clara’s journey and featuring festive displays and Tchaikovsky’s music.
Guided parkland walks
8–9 Oct, 12–16 Oct…
A volunteer guide leads a walk through Dyrham Park’s 270 acres of parkland, sharing information about the deer herd, the site’s history and archaeology, and how the parkland is managed.
3 miles from Hamswell House
Hamswell House is a historic 16th-century house offering exclusive marquee weddings surrounded by 50 acres of gardens and private land with panoramic valley views, featuring wheelchair access and outdoor as well as indoor spaces.
Storytime with St Nicholas
5–6 Dec, 12–13 Dec…
Families can meet St Nicholas in Avebury’s historic dovecote and listen to a Christmas story among decorated trees and twinkling lights. The event is aimed at children aged 4–8, and each child receives a small gift.
Near Avebury
Avebury is a prehistoric Neolithic henge monument in Wiltshire, England, featuring the largest megalithic stone circle in the world. The site includes multiple stone circles and is part of a larger prehistoric landscape with significant archaeological and cultural value. Managed by the National Trust, Avebury is also recognized as a World Heritage Site and holds contemporary religious importance for Pagan communities.
Forage and cook course
25 Oct
A day-long foraging course at Stourhead covering the identification, harvesting, preparation and cooking of wild foods. Participants learn practical skills from a professional forager and can taste prepared wild-food samples.
Storytime with Father Christmas
12–13 Dec, 19–23 Dec
Children can meet Father Christmas in his grotto, hear a story and receive an early Christmas gift. Festive games in the Stableyard and crafting activities in the elves’ workshop are also available.
Walks & Talks tours
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
Join a volunteer-led walk along the historic route taken by the Hoare family and their guests, and hear about the history of Stourhead and its landscape garden. Tours last approximately 1 to 1.5 hours.
We’re Going on a Ghost Hunt™ Halloween Adventure
5 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
A Halloween trail based on the children’s books, in which families follow the Bunnies of Hoppity Hill as they search for hidden ghosts around Mottisfont. Activities include choosing a bunny name, playing Halloween hoopla and racing broomsticks before a celebration party.
Near Mottisfont
Mottisfont Abbey is a Grade I listed historic estate and former priory in Hampshire, featuring a historic house museum, extensive gardens with a renowned rose collection, riverside walks, and seasonal cultural and children's activities. Operated by the National Trust, it combines meaningful indoor and outdoor experiences with art exhibitions and family-friendly events.
Connection Café
6 Nov, 4 Dec
Connection Café is a gathering for local people in Bath to enjoy tea, coffee and a snack, meet others, and take part in an interactive activity inspired by the Bath Assembly Rooms.
Near Bath Assembly Rooms
The Bath Assembly Rooms is a Grade I listed Georgian building in Bath, England, featuring the largest Georgian ballroom in the city, decorated with fine art and chandeliers. It historically served as the social hub for balls and concerts and is now a National Trust visitor attraction used for exhibitions, concerts, and filming.
Indian Block Print at Bowood House & Gardens
9 Oct
Participants learn the traditional art of Indian block printing through a demonstration and guided practice, then create a table runner, napkins or other textile items to take home.
Manger Barn Christmas Pop Up Shop
14–15 Nov, 20–22 Nov…
A Christmas pop-up shop in Lacock’s historic Manger Barn, selling gifts, decorations and festive food and drink. Meet-the-maker and tasting events are also held at weekends.
2 miles from Lacock
Lacock Abbey is a historic 13th-century abbey turned country house in Wiltshire, England, with medieval cloisters, Tudor additions and a museum dedicated to photographic pioneer William Henry Fox Talbot. The venue offers both indoor exploration of the house and museum, and outdoor experiences of the courtyard and village.
A Regency Autumn
9–13 Oct, 16–20 Oct…
A Regency-themed event exploring autumn social life in Salisbury, including the harvest, the social season and the Glorious Twelfth. It also covers Regency-era All Hallows’ Eve, Gothic literature and folklore.
Wedding Showcase
1 Nov
The Wedding Showcase at Mompesson House invites prospective couples to explore the house and walled garden, meet local wedding suppliers and discuss wedding plans and packages with the Events Team.
Stranger Folk at Mompesson House
16–20 Oct, 23–27 Oct…
Families can use the Stranger Folk app to follow the Crone through an interactive folklore adventure at Mompesson House, completing magical challenges to help close a rift between the human and spirit worlds.
Near Sarum College
Sarum College is a historic college located in Salisbury Cathedral Close offering accessible accommodation with modern amenities, views of the cathedral, and proximity to cultural sites and city shops. Visitors can enjoy a mix of historic ambience and contemporary comfort within a largely wheelchair accessible environment.
Autumn Wreath at Bowood House & Gardens
15 Oct (next Thursday)
Participants learn to design and make a personalised autumn wreath using seasonal plant materials, with guidance from Bowood’s florist and an opportunity to pick flowers and foliage in the Walled Garden.
Near Bowood House & Gardens
Bowood House & Gardens in Wiltshire features extensive gardens and historic parkland centered around a remodelled classical house with rich art and antiques collections. Visitors can experience both indoor tours of the house and outdoor exploration of the Capability Brown landscape, terraces and adventure playground for children. Facilities include a cafe, picnic area, shop, and free parking.
Watercolour Christmas card workshop
6 Nov
A beginner-friendly workshop led by artist Gemma Lane, where attendees learn experimental watercolour techniques and create Christmas cards. Materials, a hot drink and a mince pie are included.
Christmas at Mompesson
20–24 Nov, 27 Nov–1 Dec…
Christmas at Mompesson House brings the Regency story of The Nutcracker and the Mouse King to the house, with themed rooms to explore and a free children's spotter trail.
Near Arundells
Arundells is a Grade II Listed historic house and garden in Salisbury, former home of Sir Edward Heath, showcasing art, memorabilia, and peaceful gardens with cathedral views. Visitors can explore the accessible house interior, extensive gardens, and enjoy cultural events.
‘Halloween and Maleficium: Magic, Fear, and Belief’ in 17th century England
29 Oct
An evening event exploring beliefs about harmful magic, spells, curses and witchcraft in 17th-century England. It includes a talk with Nichola Abraham followed by a candlelight tour of The Merchant’s House.
Near The Merchant’s House
The Merchant's House in Marlborough is a rare preserved 17th-century middle class silk merchant's house featuring nationally acclaimed wall paintings and decorative features. Visitors can tour furnished historic rooms, enjoy a recreated period garden, and visit a gift shop. Guided and self-guided tours are available, with good wheelchair accessibility, food on site, and programs for children.
Located in Marlborough
Marlborough is a historic market town in Wiltshire, England, famed for its wide high street, prehistoric Marlborough Mound, annual fairs, and cultural heritage. It offers visitors a rich blend of history, architecture, and local events.
Silver Jewellery Workshop at Bowood House & Gardens
10 Oct (this Saturday)
Participants are guided by artist Marianne Donohoe through making a piece of fine silver jewellery, with materials and tutoring provided. No previous skills are required.
Falconry Displays
25 Oct, 28 Oct…
Falconry displays at Bowood feature flying demonstrations and a static display where visitors can meet the birds up close.
A special storyteller event celebrating We're Going on a Ghost Hunt!
10–11 Oct, 25 Oct…
Children can join a storyteller-led session based on *We're Going on a Ghost Hunt*, following the Bunnies of Hoppity Hill on a gentle, spooky adventure with pumpkins, bats, owls, music and storytelling.
3 miles from Sir Harold Hillier Gardens
Sir Harold Hillier Gardens is a large botanical garden in Hampshire featuring an extensive collection of champion trees, national plant collections, and a notable Winter Garden. Visitors can explore 180 acres of diverse woody plants, arboretum, and themed areas with refreshments and plant sales available on site.
Autumn sensory garden trail
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
An autumn sensory trail in the garden at Dyrham Park, inviting visitors to explore seasonal sights, sounds and smells, including the Japanese maple and katsura tree.
3 miles from Sir Bevil Grenville's Monument
Sir Bevil Grenville's Monument is an 18th-century historic monument located on Lansdown Hill near Bath, commemorating the Royalist commander Sir Bevil Grenville, who was mortally wounded in the 1643 Battle of Lansdowne during the English Civil War. The outdoor monument stands 25 feet tall, featuring inscriptions and heraldic symbols, and is a protected Grade II* listed and scheduled ancient monument.
Christmas bauble workshop
6 Nov
Participants paint and decorate a ceramic Christmas bauble using acrylic paints, with materials and step-by-step guidance provided. The workshop is suitable for adults and accompanied children aged 12 and over.
Silent walking disco at Prior Park
11 Oct, 24 Oct
An early-morning silent walking disco at Prior Park, with attendees invited to sing, dance and walk around the lakes and across the Palladian bridge.
Near Bath Skyline
Bath Skyline offers extensive outdoor walking trails including a 6-mile circular walk with scenic views, an Iron Age hillfort, natural play areas, and diverse wildlife in limestone meadows and woodlands, all accessible free of charge.
Christmas Market at Avebury
28–29 Nov, 5–6 Dec…
The Christmas Market at Avebury features local makers selling handmade goods, including jewellery, ceramics and engraved wood. Visitors can browse the stalls and listen to carols and festive music.
Near Kennet Avenue
West Kennet Avenue is a prehistoric stone avenue in Wiltshire, England, featuring standing stones dating to around 2200 BC. Visitors can explore the outdoor ancient archaeological site, which is part of the Stonehenge and Avebury World Heritage Site and managed by the National Trust and English Heritage. The site is free to visit and offers a glimpse into Neolithic British history.
Exploring Clay Day
10 Oct (this Saturday)
Meet professional artists demonstrating clay techniques, ask questions, and try hands-on creative activities and clay making. The event includes interactive challenges and sessions for adults and children.
Christmas Wreath Workshop
6 Dec
Participants learn wreath-making from a professional and create a Christmas wreath, with materials, mulled wine and festive treats provided. The workshop takes place at the Memorial Hall in the Spread Eagle Courtyard at Stourhead.
October half-term crafts
22 Oct–1 Nov
Visitors can take part in drop-in, volunteer-led autumn craft activities in the Stableyard during October half-term.
Clay sculpture animals at Newark Park
28 Oct
A clay-sculpting workshop inspired by the sculpture exhibition, where attendees can make an animal from air-dry clay to take home and decorate.
Nature tots at Old Lodge
13 Oct, 20 Oct
A nature-themed session for pre-school children at Old Lodge, with activities that usually include a song, story, craft and game.
Falconry Displays
25 Oct, 28 Oct…
Falconry displays at Bowood feature birds of prey, including a static display where visitors can meet the birds up close.
Make your own bookmark at Newark Park
23 Oct, 30 Oct
Participants can make a handmade bookmark, decorating a character design and learning to make a matching tassel. The craft activity takes place during October half term at Newark Park.
The Witches Kitchen at The Merchant’s House
29 Oct
An evening event exploring beliefs about harmful magic, spells, curses and witchcraft in 17th-century England. It includes a talk with Nichola Abraham followed by a candlelight tour of The Merchant’s House.
3 miles from Piggledene
Piggledene is a 4.7 hectare biological and geological Site of Special Scientific Interest in Wiltshire, owned by the National Trust since 1908, offering an outdoor natural heritage experience.
Coleshill Mill and River Cole Tour
10 Oct (this Saturday)
A guided walk exploring the history of Coleshill Mill and the River Cole, including how the river powers the mill and the lives of its millers. If water levels allow, visitors can see the historic machinery operating and learn about restoration plans for the river.
2 miles from Badbury
Badbury Hill is a scenic outdoor woodland area featuring an ancient Iron Age hill fort, notable bluebells and beech trees, and family-friendly walking trails with play areas. It offers historical and natural exploration opportunities in a peaceful setting.
The Nutcracker at Prior Park
28–29 Nov, 5–6 Dec…
Visitors can follow a trail through the lower garden at Prior Park, where scenes from The Nutcracker are brought to life around the lakes and Palladian bridge. The event is presented as a festive experience for children and adults.
2 miles from American Museum & Gardens
The American Museum & Gardens in Bath features expansive, historic Grade II-listed gardens with themed areas including the New American Garden and Mount Vernon Garden, offering visitors scenic outdoor experiences, children's play, refreshments, and ecological gardening focus.
Christmas Family Craft
18–23 Dec, 27 Dec 2026–3 Jan 2027
Children aged 4–8 can collect a craft pack at the barn and make a wooden wreath to take home.
Near West Kennet Avenue, Avebury
West Kennet Avenue in Avebury is a prehistoric avenue originally made of around 100 pairs of standing stones forming a 1.5 mile ritual link between monuments. It is an outdoor heritage site free to visit, featuring ancient stones and maintained by National Trust and English Heritage, with nearby facilities including a museum, toilets, and café.
‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ at Newark Park
7 Oct–15 Nov (another 37 days)
A family sensory trail brings the story of ‘We’re Going on a Bear Hunt’ to life through interactive installations, inviting visitors to search for the bear.
Halloween Half-Term at Stonehenge
17 Oct–1 Nov
A Halloween half-term event at Stonehenge with family activities including interactive storytelling, spooky games, a themed trail and a daily fancy-dress competition.
2 miles from Stonehenge Landscape
The Stonehenge Landscape is a National Trust estate in Wiltshire, encompassing over 2100 acres around the prehistoric Stonehenge monument. It features extensive ancient earthworks, burial mounds, and open access chalk grassland reversion areas, preserving historic and natural heritage.
First light photography
23 Oct, 27 Oct…
An early-morning photography session at Stourhead, giving amateur photographers access to the garden to capture its autumn colours and golden-hour light.
Village walk
14 Oct (next Wednesday)
Join a guided walk through Dyrham village as it was in 1704, and learn about its links to the estate and the lives of its villagers.
Sculpture exhibition in Avebury Manor Garden
5 Sep–18 Oct (another 9 days)
An outdoor sculpture exhibition displays works by more than 20 artists across the 11 garden rooms at Avebury Manor. Visitors can explore the sculptures among the garden’s seasonal planting; the works are also available to buy.
Near Windmill Hill, Avebury
Windmill Hill is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure in Wiltshire, England, known as the largest of its type in Britain and part of the Avebury World Heritage Site, featuring ancient ditches and archaeological significance.
Guided garden walks
8–9 Oct, 12–14 Oct…
Volunteer guides lead tours of Dyrham Park’s garden, highlighting seasonal blooms, its history and upcoming projects.
Exhibition - 'The Art & Craft of Print'
5 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
An exhibition of limited-edition prints by leading British printmakers, presented with fabrics, wallpaper and furniture to create an immersive gallery setting. Visitors can also see tools and film demonstrating printmaking techniques such as woodblock printing and lino cutting.
Second World War Walk
28 Oct, 11 Nov
A guided walk explores Coleshill’s role as the headquarters of the Second World War Auxiliary Units, visiting surviving wartime features around the village, including a replica underground bunker.
2 miles from Buscot Park
Buscot Park is an 18th-century neoclassical country house near Faringdon, Oxfordshire, surrounded by extensive formal gardens, woodland, and lakes. It houses a notable art collection including works by Rembrandt and Edward Burne-Jones. The estate is open to the public each summer under the National Trust and offers a blend of historic interiors and outdoor landscapes.
A Jack and the Beanstalk Christmas at Mottisfont
21 Nov 2026–3 Jan 2027
Visitors can explore Mottisfont transformed around the Jack and the Beanstalk story, with decorated rooms, themed games and activities, and a festive family trail.
Step into a story at the Courts
22 Oct–1 Nov
A reading-themed October half-term event celebrating the Year of Reading, with a cosy book nook where visitors can borrow selected National Trust books and a folklore-inspired trail to follow through the gardens.
Garden Yogis at Prior Park
10 Oct (this Saturday)
An outdoor yoga class held beside the lake and bridge at Prior Park Landscape Garden. Attendees should bring a yoga mat and blanket if they have them.
Near Belcombe Court
Belcombe Court is a historic house in Bradford-on-Avon primarily used as a wedding venue, with entry requiring payment for Historic Houses members.
Drawn to Trees: tree trail
7 Oct–31 Dec (another 83 days)
Explore an outdoor trail through Stourhead’s landscape garden, featuring 17 trees and the myths, folklore and reflections associated with them across different cultures and centuries.
An exhibition: The World in Bath - Georgian People of Colour at Bath Central Library
7–10 Oct, 12–17 Oct…
An exhibition at Bath Central Library exploring the lives and histories of people of colour who lived, worked and visited Georgian Bath. Visitors can view portraits and objects connected with people uncovered through the exhibition’s research.
Lantern Lecture: People of Colour in Bath from the Georgian period to the Ethiopian Royal family
9 Oct
Dr Tim Manningmore gives a talk exploring the history of People of Colour in Bath, from the Georgian period to the Ethiopian Royal family’s move to Fairfield House.
2 miles from Solsbury Hill
Little Solsbury Hill is an Iron Age hillfort located in Somerset, offering panoramic views over Bath and the Avon River. The site features archaeological remains including stone ramparts and medieval field systems, situated within the scenic Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and managed by the National Trust.
Autumn games in the Stableyard
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
Visitors can enjoy spooky autumn activities in the Stableyard, including broomstick races, games and challenges for all ages, alongside the Marvellous Moths trail.
Autumn trail: Become a nature detective at Dyrham Park with 'There's No Deer Around Here'
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
Families can follow an outdoor nature trail around Dyrham Park, using a booklet inspired by the children's picture book to look for clues and signs of wildlife.
Lacock by Martin Parr: Photography Exhibition
27 Jun 2026–27 Jun 2027 (another 261 days)
A photography exhibition at the Fox Talbot Museum featuring Martin Parr’s portraits of Lacock, its residents and everyday village life. The photographs were taken during spring and summer 2025.
3 miles from Corsham Court
Corsham Court is a historic country house in Wiltshire set within Capability Brown-designed parkland, showcasing a fine art collection including works by renowned masters and Robert Adam-designed interiors. Visitors can explore both the house and extensive outdoor gardens, with accessibility and parking available.
Christmas at Stourhead
27 Nov 2026–3 Jan 2027
A Christmas light trail at Stourhead features illuminated installations, seasonal sounds and food and drink stalls. Visitors follow the outdoor route through the grounds, with Father Christmas also mentioned along the way.
Mummers' play at Dyrham Park
3 Jan
Holt Morris performs a traditional English mummers' play at Dyrham Park, featuring a comic battle between St George and the Dark Knight, musical interludes and appearances by traditional characters.
A Very Avebury Christmas
28 Nov–23 Dec, 27 Dec 2026–3 Jan 2027
A seasonal display at Avebury Manor featuring handcrafted installations inspired by the manor’s history, wildlife and festive traditions. Visitors can wander through the decorated rooms and explore stories connected with the place.
Near Silbury Hill
Silbury Hill is a prehistoric artificial chalk mound near Avebury, Wiltshire, England, known as the second tallest prehistoric man-made mound in Europe. It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage site Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites and represents a remarkable feat of Neolithic engineering and cultural significance, managed by English Heritage. The site offers outdoor exploration of ancient history and rich chalk grassland habitat.
A Nutcracker Christmas at Stourhead: The Mouse King’s mischievous mice
28 Nov 2026–3 Jan 2027
A Nutcracker-inspired Christmas trail around Stourhead’s lake, where families can search for nine escaped mice, identify the treats they have taken and solve a secret code.
Ancient Pathways: The Living Landscape, a journey through sound, colour and nature
14 Oct (next Wednesday)
Artist Georgie Weedon and sound practitioner Mia MacAllister lead an evening combining an immersive sound installation, a contemplative walk and guided meditation in Avebury Manor Garden, and a sound journey among paintings inspired by Avebury. The event ends with herbal tea in the gallery.
2 miles from West Kennet Long Barrow
West Kennet Long Barrow is a Neolithic chambered long barrow near Avebury in Wiltshire, England. Dating from around 3650 BC, it features a large stone chamber allowing visitors to stand upright. The site is part of the Stonehenge, Avebury and Associated Sites UNESCO World Heritage Site and is open free to the public year-round.
Storytime with Mother Christmas
12–13 Dec, 19–20 Dec
Children attend a 25-minute Christmas story session with Mother Christmas in Lacock’s festive grotto, and each child receives a gift. The event is aimed at primary-school-age children, with sessions also including entry to the abbey grounds, cloister and decorated Great Hall.
The social season: A Regency year at Mompesson House
9–13 Oct, 16–20 Oct…
Explore Mompesson House dressed to reflect the Portman family’s time there and learn about Regency life and the family’s social calendar. Visitors can see a Regency parlour and children’s playroom, take part in activities, and follow a spotter trail around the house.
2 miles from Old Sarum
Old Sarum Castle is an 11th century motte-and-bailey castle ruin in Salisbury, Wiltshire, set within an ancient Iron Age hillfort and managed by English Heritage, offering visitors an outdoor historical experience of medieval fortifications and earthworks.
Falconry Displays
25 Oct, 28 Oct…
Falconry displays at Bowood include live displays and a static display where visitors can meet the birds up close.
Christmas unwrapped at Dyrham Park
20 Nov–23 Dec, 26 Dec 2026–3 Jan 2027
A festive seasonal celebration at Dyrham Park featuring Christmas displays inspired by the historic house and its collections, alongside a garden poetry trail, a children’s trail, choir performances and craft workshops. A wassail is scheduled for 2 January.
Exhibition: Journeys - Asafo flags from the Karun Thakar collection at Dyrham Park
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
An exhibition at Dyrham Park presents Asafo flags from Karun Thakar’s collection, exploring textile craftsmanship, West African traditions and the global connections and colonial histories reflected in the house.
Christmas choirs and music groups at Dyrham Park
21–22 Nov, 28–29 Nov…
Local choirs and music groups perform Christmas music in St Peter’s church at Dyrham Park on selected weekends in the run-up to Christmas.
Toddler Time with Mother Christmas
11 Dec, 18 Dec
Toddlers and pre-schoolers can hear a Christmas story read by Mother Christmas in Lacock’s grotto, receive a gift and enjoy quiet play with toys. Sessions last 25 minutes.
Spooky Tours at The Merchant’s House
29 Oct
An evening event exploring beliefs about harmful magic, spells, curses and witchcraft in 17th-century England, with a talk by Nichola Abraham followed by a candlelight tour of The Merchant’s House.
3 miles from Lockeridge Dene and Piggledene
Lockeridge Dene and Piggledene are scenic sheltered valleys in Wiltshire featuring intriguing sarsen stone boulder streams, rare wildlife including lichens and wild flowers, and a 6-mile walking trail through woodland and valley with views over the downland.