The Lanhydrock gardens are being transformed into a family play hub for the summer. 

There are lawn games and giant building blocks on the old tennis court, a specially constructed barefoot trail in the parterre and a magical music circle in front of the house. 

Take part in a family sack race, dress up in the theatre room or enjoy a picnic and some cloud-spotting on the formal lawns. 

Catch Mrs Candy the cook and the other Victorian staff around the house and garden every Thursday to learn about life in the Victorian country house. 

Look out for Friday storytelling sessions in the nursery and garden, subject to availability.

Usual Lanhydrock admission fees apply.

Access: - there is a 15 minute walk from the car park to the house along a gently sloping path. There is a buggy service which runs from 11am - 5.30pm from reception to the gatehouse. The trail route is over the parkland, with rough grassy terrain. They'll be some small inclines and descents. Not suitable for wheelchairs. Tramper available to hire from the Cycle hire for all terrain.

Parking: - pay and display car park - free for National Trust members

Toilets: - located near the Park Cafe and in the Stables courtyard 

Food: - The Park Cafe and Stables tea-room are open, serving drinks, light meals and snacks  

Dogs: - dogs on leads are welcome in the wider parkland only