Harewood House
Leeds, West Yorkshire
About Harewood House
Easter Family Fun at Harewood House
This Easter, the brand new Adventure Playscape will be the ultimate destination for kids everywhere. They can channel their inner explorer as they climb towers, clamber over bridges and zoom down slides! Then they can soar through the sky with the amazing zipwire and swings! With a mix of sensory and physical features, there's plenty of fun to spark adventure and imagination!
Not to mention there's Easter themed trails, spring crafts and even Harewood's Great Egg Hunt!
Get ready for a day of adventure, discovery, and fresh-air fun at Harewood House – one of Yorkshire’s most beautiful and family-friendly destinations! Set within stunning countryside just outside Leeds, Harewood House offers so much more than a stately home. Families can explore glorious gardens, woodland walks, and a fantastic adventure playground where kids can swing, slide, and climb to their heart’s content.
Things To Do At Harewood House
You’ll find all sorts of activities at Harewood House - the big problem will be trying to fit it all into one day! Animal lovers will adore visiting the Harewood Bird Garden, home to penguins, parrots, owls, and more. It’s a brilliant chance for the kids to learn about wildlife up close. Inside the house, there are interactive exhibits, treasure hunts, and plenty of room for imaginations to run wild as they step back in time.
Harewood House
Inside Harewood House, you can learn about the House and its history and see artwork by famous painters, with family-friendly trails for everyone to enjoy. The grounds are also filled with trails for the whole family to enjoy.
Learn about one of the wealthiest men in England, admire a fantastic collection of paintings, visit the original manor house and understand the history of Harewood's checkered past.
Harewood Gardens & Grounds
Why not follow the Lakeside path and see the fresh produce which grows in the Walled Garden? Did you know there's over 140 acres of stunning gardens, parkland and woodlands to discover and explore? From formal gardens, ornate gardens and beautiful landscapes, you won't be short on natural beauty here!
You can uncover elegant fountains, flower borders, the Walled Garden and even the cascading waterfalls in the Himalayan Gardens!
Kids will delight in exploring Harewood's outdoor play spaces - watch them zoom down the slides and swings in the Adventure Playground or head to the Woodland Wonderland, where you'll find winding willow mazes, twisting and turning between the trees.
Head to the Courtyard Café for delicious local food and child-friendly options or bring a picnic and sit back, relax and enjoy the view too.
Why We Think Families Will Love Harewood House
With hands-on activities, seasonal events, and scenic picnic spots galore, Harewood House is the perfect place for a fun, engaging, and memory-making family day out!
Explore the Adventure Playground
Let the kids run wild in Harewood’s brilliant adventure playground, packed with climbing frames, slides, swings, and rope bridges! Nestled in the woods, it’s the perfect spot for little explorers to burn off energy while grown-ups enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
Discover the Magic of the House and Gardens
Step inside the stunning 18th-century Harewood House to uncover hidden treasures, grand rooms, and interactive family trails. Then roam the beautiful gardens, lakeside paths, and woodland walks, perfect for picnics, exploring nature, and enjoying Yorkshire’s countryside at its best!
Hands-On Activities and Seasonal Events
Throughout the year, Harewood House hosts a fantastic calendar of family-friendly events - from Easter egg hunts and outdoor theatre to craft workshops and festive winter trails. There’s always something new to enjoy, and kids will love getting involved in interactive, hands-on experiences that bring learning to life.
Facilities
Toilets
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Food Available
Opening Times
- Monday, 10:00 - 18:00
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 18:00
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 18:00
- Thursday, 10:00 - 18:00
- Friday, 10:00 - 18:00
- Saturday, 10:00 - 18:00
- Sunday, 10:00 - 18:00
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : £9.95
- Adult (17-18+) : £20.95
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Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
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