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Easter adventures with the National Trust
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Belton House
3 – 16 April
Spring into action this Easter at Belton and discover an energetic trail through the gardens. There are ten different activities to enjoy, including locating the animal footprints and working out who they belong to and taking on the rabbit racecourse. The trail is £3 per child, and there is a chocolate egg to collect at the end.
Explore an estate with endless playing opportunities. Burn off some energy in the National Trust’s largest outdoor adventure playground or put your feet up in the indoor play area, while the children discover a miniature version of Belton to climb.
Delight in the colours of spring, with a wander through the Pleasure Grounds at Belton. Discover the grounds transformed with blankets of daffodils and bluebells, providing a stunning springtime walk. Follow the path up to the lakes and take a moment to pause and listen to nature.
Visits to Belton should be prebooked in advance for the Easter holidays. This can be done through the website, two weeks before your visit - Belton House | Lincolnshire | National Trust
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Woolsthorpe Manor
3 – 16 April
Science workshops: 3, 6, 13, and 14 April.
Enjoy some science fun at Woolsthorpe for the Easter holidays. As a child, Isaac Newton used to observe the world around him and question everything, follow in his footsteps at his childhood home. Take part in the free alchemy trail running throughout the Easter holidays or get hands-on with science workshops where you can make playdoh, bouncy eggs or even try making butter! These should be prebooked in advance as there is limited capacity, and this can be done through the website.
Step inside the Manor House and discover more about Newton and the place where he was born. Take a moment in nature in the orchard, and marvel at the iconic apple tree where he watched an apple fall. A photograph here is an essential part of visiting Woolsthorpe Manor, made even more special by the arrival of blossom.
There is no need to book your visit to Woolsthorpe Manor. The Manor House will be operating a timed entry system and you will be given an entry slot on your arrival.
Plan your visit: Woolsthorpe Manor | Lincolnshire | National Trust
Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens
Head over to Gunby Estate, Hall and Gardens from Saturday 1 – Monday 17 April (10am – 4pm, last admission 3pm), where the Easter adventure will lead you through bountiful gardens bursting with life and special activities perfect for families on their Gunby explorations. While you’re there, take advantage of the new 7 days-a-week opening of the house, meaning there’s even more opportunity to see inside this homely hall. The site and house are open 7 days a week. The trail costs £3. Check website for opening times and more information at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/gunby-hall
Tattershall Castle
The Easter Trail at Tattershall Castle will be taking place from Monday 3 – Sunday 23 April (10.30am – 4.30pm, last admission 3.30pm), which is the perfect time to take the family on explorations around the castle ruins where the grounds give wonderful views of the great tower. While on your adventure, make sure to climb the steps all the way to the top of the tower. There are medieval games to play as you go up all the way to the battlements. The site is open 7 days a week in April and the trail costs £3. Check the Tattershall Castle webpage at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/tattershall-castle