A winter walk gets all the family out and about…
Mottisfont Abbey and Gardens, Hampshire
Wrap up warm and get outdoors exploring the grounds of this fantastic house and grounds. There are always lots of seasonal trails to enjoy along the way and a delightful Wild Play area.
Formby Red Squirrel Walk, Liverpool
This easy walking trail will suit all the family this Boxing Day and as the woodlands are home to the red squirrel, hopefully, you will get to see one or two!
St James’ Park, London
If you are in the capital this November, why not take a walk around St James’ Park? It offers a lovely walking route starting from the park towards The Mall, along Victoria Embankment and returns via Birdcage Walk and Buckingham Palace.
Brownsea Bird Boats, Poole
During November families can hop on board a boat on Poole Quay and sail to the delightful Brownsea Island for an exclusive guided tour around the lagoon. The island is home to a wide variety of wildlife including the red squirrel.
Beatrix Potter’s Garden, Sissinghurst Castle Garden, Kent
Exploring a wonderful exhibition in the gardens of this famous castle sounds a perfect day out for all the family! Here you can find out what inspired her to create her characters and stories.
Stourhead, Wiltshire
You won’t be disappointed with a visit to one of this country’s finest landscape garden and in the autumn it comes alive with riotous rustic colours as leaves turn to gold, red and bronze hues that reflect gloriously onto the lake.
Winkworth Arboretum, Surrey
During autumn the magnificent maple trees end their year by bursting into a blaze of rich autumnal colours. Enjoy a 2.5-mile walk with the family through spectacular woodland and amazing views of the Surrey landscape.
Deer Feeding at Attingham Park, Shropshire
It’s time for the fallow deer at this park to receive their winter rations! Visit at the weekend and not only see them being fed but also enjoy the pretty changing colours of the park landscape on a walk towards the river.
Gibside, Tyne and Wear
The skyline walk is a must and you are sure to see plenty of varied wildlife along the way. See the colours change for autumn and enjoy amazing views. There is even a lovely pub to stop at for family refreshments!
New Forest National Park, Hampshire
The New Forest has so many wonderful walks and stunning landscape to explore. There is a range of different routes that you can choose from that vary in length and difficulty. The children can try to spot some of the adorable New Forest ponies and other wildlife that call the New Forest home. The walk from Beaulieu to Buckler’s Hard and back is especially lovely and follows the Beaulieu River on a nice gentle walk.
Horsey Beach, Norfolk
During the winter months, this unspoilt beach is home to hundreds of seals. Depending on where you park it’s about a 1-mile walk to find them. The kids will adore seeing the seals and messing around on the sandy beach.
Bute Park, Cardiff
Walking around Bute Park is enjoyable all year round with plenty to see all around the park. Follow the sculpture trail to find all the hidden pieces all over the park and the children will enjoy the woodland play trail with its interpretive sculptures, seats and fallen trees that are just waiting to be clambered over and under.
