Experience fun, engaging activities for kids this year at Bowood.

Kids Activities

Mud & Guts, The Great Big Tree Climbing Company and ZooLab bring fun activities and learning to Bowood this season.

Kids Activities

There is something new to discover every visit!

For our 50th Anniversary season we are offering the following activities;

Outdoor Activities organised by Mud & Guts:

Experience den building, game playing and fun all within an inspiring, learning and educational environment with Mud & Guts.

  • Thursday 21st August
  • Thursday 28th August

Morning sessions and afternoon sessions available.

Big Tree Climb organised by The Great Big Tree Climbing Company:

Test your balance and co-ordination by climbing trees; learning new skills and techniques in rope climbing with The Great Big Tree Climbing Company.

  • Friday 29th August
  • Saturday 30th August

There are morning and afternoon sessions available.

Creepy Critters presented by ZooLab:

Get up close and hands-on with real live animals at 'Creepy Critters', hosted by ZooLab UK.  Meet the likes of Snakes, Giant Snails, Tarantulas and more in this interactive show – book early to avoid disappointment.

  • Tuesday 28th October*
  • Wednesday 29th October
  • Thursday 30th October
  • Friday 31st October*
  • Saturday 1st November*

Located in the Gardeners' Bothy. *We have added workshops in the afternoons on these dates due to popularity.

Images: Courtesy of Mud & Guts, The Great Big Tree Climbing Company & ZooLab.

Dates & Times

  • Summer Holidays
  • Autumn Half Term

Dates and session times available to view at booking stage.

Prices

  • Mud & Guts: £21.50 per child
  • Big Tree Climb: £30.00 per person
  • Creepy Critters: £8.00 per person

These activities are separate to our general Admission Fees and additional fees may apply. Please note that Big Tree Climb and Mud & Guts activities do not require you to pay for a Day Ticket to take part, as these are both hosted outside our House & Gardens, near the car park.  However Creepy Critters requires the purchase of a Day Ticket, unless you are a Season Ticket Holder.

Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Season Ticket Holders should purchase their tickets from the Members Ticket Area.

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