Holiday Activities
Bees and Bugs Family Trail
Follow our nature themed trail in National Children’s Gardening Week! Join us on a family-friendly trail all about bees and bugs this May half-term holiday. See what you can discover as you hunt both inside and outside the Bishop's Palace and County Museum during National Children’s Gardening Week! Don't forget to stop by the dress [...]
What’s in YOUR Garden?
Get the kids engaged with nature on the late May bank holiday! Embrace National Children’s Gardening Week at the Castle - a week dedicated to inspiring children’s curiosity about the outdoors and encouraging them to get out and grow in the garden. Join Really Rural in the Carriage Circle for Wild Tribe activities! Create your [...]
Make a Mini Bee Hotel
Have a bee-autiful, crafty half-term this May! Buzz over to the Castle and celebrate National Children’s Gardening Week with us as we make bee hotels! Available 11am to 4pm, Tuesday 27th to Thursday 29th May. Inspired by the wonderful nature and wildlife all around Hartlebury Castle, children can make their very own mini bee hotel during the [...]
The Sealed Knot – The Battle of Hartlebury
Click here to get tickets Step into Civil War history with The Sealed Knot! The Sealed Knot are back at the Castle for 2025 - this year with a 17th century battlefield brought to life! On Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th July from 11am to 4pm, bring along the whole family to experience the past [...]
Whodunnit Summer Family Trail
Solve the Castle mystery this summer! Search for clues and find out whodunnit on our family trail. Make a day of your visit and explore the grounds and gardens, bring a picnic, or take a tasty trip to Hayley's Kitchen Cafe. On Tuesdays and Thursdays from 29th July to 28th August, make sure to enjoy [...]
Hands-on Summer Fun
Immerse the whole family in the Castle's history! We're welcoming you to step into the past this summer. Get hands-on with real historical objects, enjoy dressing up and have a go at rag rugging. Plus, enjoy the Scullery and Laundry rooms brought to life as you try boot cleaning, washing, butter patting and more! Tuesdays [...]