Fun in the great outdoors

Children’s activities

Children’s activities

See below for our full programme of activities.  

To make a booking
Booking is essential except where indicated. Please book online at the links below. If you have a query, call 01737 649066 or email education@gatton-park.org.uk.

Little Seeds Forest School - Block Booking Monday am or pm (April-May)

Little Seeds Forest School - Block Booking Monday am or pm (April-May)

Monday 13 April - Monday 18 May

10.00 am - 2.30 pm

Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun!  Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...

Growing Wild, Home Ed Forest School (April-May)

Growing Wild, Home Ed Forest School (April-May)

Friday 17 April - Friday 22 May

10.00 am - 12.00 pm

🌿Growing Wild Forest School welcomes Home Educating families to join us for playful, nature-filled sessions designed to spark curiosity, connection, and growth. Led by a qualified teacher and Forest School...

Trails and Tales: Superworm

Trails and Tales: Superworm

Friday 17 April

10.00 am - 11.30 am

Listen to the story of “Superworm" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden.  Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or...

Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm

Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm

Monday 20 April

10.00 am - 2.30 pm

Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun!  Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...

Trails and Tales: Freddie and the Fairy

Trails and Tales: Freddie and the Fairy

Friday 24 April

10.00 am - 11.30 am

Listen to the story of “Freddie and the Fairy" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden.  Another final craft can be completed in...

Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm

Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm

Monday 27 April

10.00 am - 2.30 pm

Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun!  Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...

Trails and Tales: The Three Little Pigs

Trails and Tales: The Three Little Pigs

Friday 01 May

10.00 am - 11.30 am

Listen to the story of “The Three Little Pigs" with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden.  Another final craft can be completed in the cabin or...

Trails and Tales: Chocolate Mousse for Greedy Goose

Trails and Tales: Chocolate Mousse for Greedy Goose

Friday 08 May

10.00 am - 11.30 am

Listen to the story of “Chocolate Mousse for Greedy Goose" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden.  Another final craft can be completed...

Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm

Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm

Monday 11 May

10.00 am - 2.30 pm

Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun!  Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...

Trails and Tales: Lollipop and Grandpa's Back Garden Safari

Trails and Tales: Lollipop and Grandpa's Back Garden Safari

Friday 15 May

10.00 am - 11.30 am

Listen to the story of “Lollipop and Grandpa's Back Garden Safari" by Penelope Harper with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden.  Another final craft can be...

Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm

Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm

Monday 18 May

10.00 am - 2.30 pm

Explore the woodlands through organised play including mud, fire, dens, woodland crafts, pond dipping and lots of fun!  Book for either the morning (10.00-11.45 am) or the afternoon (12.45-2.30 pm)...

Fairy Tale Treasure Hunt

Fairy Tale Treasure Hunt

Monday 25 May

1.00 pm - 4.00 pm

Join characters from well known fairy tales on the Spring Bank Holiday and follow their clues in a treasure hunt around the magical grounds of Gatton Park. Ideal for families...

Forest Fun 2-7 years - am or pm

Forest Fun 2-7 years - am or pm

Tuesday 26 May

10.00 am - 3.30 pm

Join us in our Forest School area to explore Cedar Wood, make woodland crafts and enjoy a snack around the fire.  For children aged 2+ years. Bookings available 10.00 am-12.00...

Trails and Tales: Monkey Puzzle - am or pm

Trails and Tales: Monkey Puzzle - am or pm

Wednesday 27 May

10.00 am - 3.00 pm

Listen to the story of “Monkey Puzzle" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden.  Another final craft can be completed in the cabin...

Pond Dipping- Underwater Explorer 6+ years

Pond Dipping- Underwater Explorer 6+ years

Thursday 28 May

10.00 am - 11.30 am

Search for minibeasts that live in Cedar Forest Pond. 10.00 - 11.30 am Booking essential Price: £8.50 per child.  

Trails and Tales: Monkey Puzzle - am or pm

Trails and Tales: Monkey Puzzle - am or pm

Friday 29 May

10.00 am - 3.00 pm

Listen to the story of “Monkey Puzzle" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden.  Another final craft can be completed in the cabin...