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For families

We’ve lots to keep you and the family entertained during your visit. From our Woodland Playground cut into the side of a hill where you can also hunt for bugs or build a den, to events at weekends and during school holidays.

Woodland Playground

Our playground winds through the trees, making the most of the natural environment. Little ones can play safely at the bottom of the hill, on seesaws, swings and soft bark. At the top is our bird’s nest swing, for those who want a more gentle play. Access included in your grounds ticket.

The Woodland Playground is now open after undergoing refurbishment in January and February. The playground features a brand new zip wire, swings, roundabout and board rider!

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A young visitor using the climbing frame

Outdoor adventures: 50 things

Join the National Trust’s outdoor challenge and complete 50 different activities across lots of properties. Pick up a free 50 things leaflet from our Welcome Pavilion and start ticking off your adventures. At Waddesdon you can do No.4 build a den, No.31 hunt for bugs, No.6 run around in the rain, No.12 make a trail with sticks, No.33 catch a falling leaf, No.34 track wild animals, and more.

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Where can I eat?

Whether you’re after a quick bite to go or want to indulge with an afternoon tea, take a look at our catering options.

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Sensory map

Follow this trail as you wander through the grounds and experience Waddesdon through your senses. Each stop on the trail engages a different sense enhancing your surroundings through touch, sight, sound and smell. Touch the rough surface of the tree ferns and stop to listen to the birds sing in the Aviary.

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Rainy day activities

Don’t let the rain stop you from visiting and having fun, we’ve lots to keep you occupied until the sun starts to shine. From house trails to objecting handling.

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Information for grown-ups

we have a woodchip pathway which takes you to and from the car park and because of the surface it is not suitable for pushchairs, wheelchairs or mobility scooters
baby-changing and feeding facilities can be found at the Manor and Stables
a changing places facility can be found in the Manor, access via the Manor shop.
our shuttle buses have space for up to five unfolded pushchairs
prams and pushchairs are not allowed in the house as the visitor route is narrow and they may inadvertently cause damage. We request that babies are carried in a front sling or hip-carrying seat.
for safety reasons children may not be carried on your shoulders during your house visit
under fives can bring small bicycles into the grounds but please keep to the pathways. These can be taken on our visitor shuttle buses

Feeding or changing a baby inside the house

our collection is fragile, with many historic textiles that are vulnerable to any accidental spillage of food or liquids including water. However, there are areas around the House which are less sensitive where you can feed your baby. Please ask a member of the house team for assistance. We also have private facilities on the ground floor of the house for baby feeding should parents wish to use it.

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