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.
Fun in the great outdoors
Growing Wild Forest School - Home Educator Group
Friday 25 April - Friday 23 May
11.00 am - 1.00 pm
Growing Wild Forest School is especially designed for Home Ed families with children aged 6-11 who are looking to connect, grow and learn together in an inclusive outdoor environment. Each...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 28 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)...
Little Seeds Forest School - Block Booking Monday am or pm (April-May)
Monday 28 April - Monday 19 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: The Three Little Pigs
Friday 02 May
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “The Three Little Pigs" retold by Nicola Baxter with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Trails and Tales: Chocolate Mousse for Greedy Goose
Friday 09 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
Monday 12 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: Where the Wild Things Are
Friday 16 May
10.00 am - 11.30 am
Listen to the story of “Where the Wild things Are" by Maurice Sendak with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed...
Little Seeds Forest School - am or pm
Monday 19 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: Monkey Puzzle
Friday 23 May
10.00 am - 11.30 am
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...
Fairy Tale Treasure Hunt
Monday 26 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
Tuesday 27 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: The Gruffalo - am or pm
Wednesday 28 May
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “The Gruffalo" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin...
Trails and Tales: The Gruffalo - am or pm
Friday 30 May
10.00 am - 3.00 pm
Listen to the story of “The Gruffalo" by Julia Donaldson with a craft activity, then explore a trail around the garden. Another final craft can be completed in the cabin...