Six weeks of summer fun in Suffolk

Normal admission prices apply. There is no additional charge unless otherwise stated. B = Booking required. * This event is run with our partners the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the RSPB and the Field Studies Council. **Non-member £24. Price includes ferry and admission charge. See the website for more details.

School’s out and the sun is shining. We have pulled together just some of the many family friendly activities at our places to help you plan your summer and keep the kids busy.

From bug hunts to bike rides and outdoor theatre to archery, there is something for everyone. Don’t forget to tick off lots of 50 things to do before you’re 11 ¾ along the way.

Many of our places are open every day of the week with lots more family friendly adventures to be discovered.

Visit the website nationaltrust.org.uk to find out more.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday22nd July 23rd 24th

Ickworth Children’s CraftsCome rain or shine our indoor crafts will keep the kids busy this summer.10.30am – 4pm. £2.50 per child

25thSutton Hoo Festival of ArchaeologyExperience the skill and excitement of archaeology first hand and celebrate all things archaeological! 10am – 5pm

26thFlatford Summer trail Explore the Flatford Countryside with our fun summer trail, discovering more about Flatford and nature on the way.

27thMelford HallBeatrix Potter readingsRelax and enjoy one of Beatrix Potter’s classic children’s stories. 1 – 3pm.

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29th 30thIckworthNo. 31 Make friends with a bug

31stMelford Hall Beatrix Potter DayCelebrate our connection to Beatrix Potter, with children’s trail and crafts.12noon – 4pm

1st August 2ndDunwich No. 20Go paddling

3rdOrford NessHalf-day trailer tourTake a guided tour in our 24 seat trailer, including access to the Cold War weapons testing area.Member £17/£8.50 ** (recommended age 10+). B

4thSutton HooGruesome GravesDiscover gruesome stories we’ve had to leave out of our ‘normal’ tours.1pm – 2pm.

5thSutton HooLittle Ranger WalkJoin our ranger to discover more about the wildlife that lives here.1pm – 2pm.

6th 7thIckworthExplorers in trainingJoin us for a fun packed morning as of bush craft and outdoor survival skills.10am – 1.30pm. £12 per child. Age 7-11. B

8th 9thSutton HooNo. 9 Eat a picnic in the wild

10thOrford Ness Children’s Spy TrailYour mission: Look for the clues to crack the code and reveal top secrets from our past and collect your spycard! £1 per trail

11thMelford HallOutdoor cinema – Peter RabbitBring a picnic and enjoy the adventures of Peter Rabbit. 6pm. £12.50/£7.50/£30 family ticket. B

12thFlatfordNo. 8 Spot a fish

13th 14thMelford Hall Teddy Bears’ PicnicEnjoy a trail and crafts then visit the Teddy Bear’s clinic. 11am – 4pm.

15thSutton Hoo Paint a watercolourPick up a watercolour kit from the visitor reception and let your imagination run wild.

16thMelford HallNo. 44 Watch a bird

17thFlatfordRamble Enjoy a guided summer walk through the beautiful Dedham Vale. 10.30am – 1.30pm. £7

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19thDunwich Heath & Beach Geocaching Pick up a GPS tracker from the Visitor Centre and go hunting for hidden treasure.

20thFlatfordNature Day*Get stuck in and get your hands dirty with a day of natural fun.11am – 4pm. £3 per child

21stIckworthExplorers in trainingJoin us for a fun packed morning of bushcraft and outdoor survival skills.10am – 1.30pm. £12 per child. Age 7-11. B

22nd 23rdLavenhamBugs, Beams and BirdsExperience the sometimes strange sights, smells and touches of this ancient timber-framed building.

24thSutton HooGruesome GravesDiscover gruesome stories we’ve had to leave out of our ‘normal’ tours.1 – 2pm.

25thMelford Hall No. 26Hunt for fossils

26thSutton Hoo Little Ranger WalkJoin our ranger to discover more about the wildlife that lives here.1-2pm.

27thDunwich HeathNo. 50 Take a friend on a nature adventure

28thIckworthSurvival in the woodsGet hands on with den building, fire lighting, orienteering, animal tracking and much more.10am – 1.30pm. £15. Age 12-16. B

29th 30thIckworthNo. 18 Create some wild art

31stFlatfordOutdoor Theatre – Treasure IslandBring a picnic and enjoy a swashbuckling adventure.2pm. £16/£11/£46 family ticket. B

1st SeptemberSutton HooThegns of Mercia: Anglo-Saxon re-enactmentStep back in time to enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of Anglo-Saxon life. 10am – 5pm.