Tumblestone Hollow at Stonor Park
About Tumblestone Hollow at Stonor Park
Looking for a great day out? Begin your adventure at Stonor Park!
Home to the Stonor family for more than 850 years, Stonor Park is steeped in local history. Located on the site of a late-Neolithic stone circle, Stonor Park’s historic rooms span centuries and highlights include the 13th Century Catholic chapel and Gothic Hall.
Nestled in the hill, Tumblestone Hollow, is a one-of-a-kind adventure playground with high level walkways, climbing nets, look-out decks, zip wires and bridges, all connected by a quirky, gnarled central tower.
Let imaginations run wild and hear the stories of Tumblestone Hollow in the two children’s books available to buy from the gift shop.
Open from February to October, this playground hosts popular seasonal events and trails at Easter, summer and Halloween.
Are you ready to step into magic?
Things To Do
This majestic home has belonged to the Stonor family for a whopping 850 years! The house is full of history and its grounds are full of exciting adventures that your little ones will love. Children have the freedom to run and explore the Oxfordshire countryside. If that isn’t enough, kids will adore Tumblestone Hollow. This outdoor adventure playground is aimed at 4–12-year-olds and is designed to fire up their wild imaginations!
The quest will never end with a double spiral of steps that takes adventurers from ground level to a lookout deck inside too, it provides views across the whole playground!
There are large boulders that connect Tumblestone Hollow to the mysticism of Stonor’s original ancient stone circle, which can also be explored in the parkland. How magical does that sound?
The Gardens
With lush green slopes surrounded by a host of centuries-old beech and ash trees, the parkland is home to an ancient herd of fallow deer, living alongside badgers, rabbits, pheasants, red kites and buzzards!
In the Italianate Pleasure Garden, you can wander amongst ancient yew, clipped box hedges and beautiful flowers, whilst keeping an eye out for the secluded hideaway nestled amongst the foliage. What wildlife will you spot in the two lily ponds?
Stonor Park hosts a wide range of events throughout the year including seasonal events and trails at Easter, summer and Halloween.
Magical Tales
Sat at the centre of Tumblestone Hollow are the Tumblestone tales.
Designed to keep the adventures once families head home, the children's books are written by award-winning children's author, Amy Sparkes and the enchanting illustrations are done by Steve Pearce, highlighting the magical characters and folk living around the playground.
The first book, ‘The Legend of Tumblestone Hollow’, brings the story of magical stones, bravery and friendship, to life and is centred around Stonor Park's stone circle, which has lied there for thousands of years. The second book, 'The Moon Witch and the Thief', tells the tale of woodland wonder, magic and mystery as the terrible Moon Witch tries to steal the ancient and magical moonstone for herself to discover its powerful secrets.
Both children's books are available to buy at Tumblestone Hollow's visitor centre.
Food & Drink
Families can enjoy delicious wood-fired pizzas, authentic Italian gelato, American-style milkshakes, and handmade burgers from the Rumble Huts.
Other refreshments are served in the Visitor Centre with merchandise also available. The Visitor Centre also has toilets, baby-changing facilities and high-speed WiFi.
A visit to Stonor promises an unforgettable day out for everyone, whatever your age and interests.
- Enjoy outdoor family fun in the Oxfordshire countryside
- Explore the magical adventure playground
- Indulge in delicious refreshments
Magical Adventure Playground
Immerse yourself in this magical adventure playground with high-level walkways, climbing nets, look-out decks, zip wires, and bridges, all connected by a quirky central tower!
Rich History
Stonor Park Country House and Deer Park have been in the Stonor Family for 850 years!! How incredible is that?
Magical Children's Books
Step into the magical world of Amy Sparkes and prepare to be mesmerised by some amazing children's books: The Legend of Tumblestone Hollow and The Moon Witch and the Thief. (Written by Amy Sparkes and illustrated by Steve Pearce)
Facilities
- Toilets
- Gift Shop
- Onsite Parking
- Baby Changing
- Food Available
- Pushchair Friendly
Opening Times
- Monday, 09:30 - 17:30
- Tuesday, 09:30 - 17:30
- Wednesday, 09:30 - 17:30
- Thursday, 09:30 - 17:30
- Friday, 09:30 - 17:30
- Saturday, 09:30 - 17:30
- Sunday, 09:30 - 17:30
Tumblestone Hollow is open on selected days from February Half Term to October Half Term.
Tumblestone Hollow is open every day during the school holidays.
Please see website for more information on specific opening times and days.
Pricing & Tickets
- Adult (17-18+) : £10.50
Off Peak (not school holidays)
Tickets start from:
£8.00 for children 92cm to 105cm
£10.00 for children over 105cm
£10.00 for adults
Seasonal Events
Tickets start from:
£8.50 for children 92cm to 105cm
£10.50 for children over 105cm
£10.50 for adults
Everyone under 92cm and adult carers enter for free.
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Yes, there is parking.
There is onsite parking available. Parking is included in the ticket price.
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