14-07-2025
National Trust Cymru invites you to a packed summer of fun
Experience an exhilarating adventure-filled summer at enchanting locations across Wales.
Throughout the school holidays National Trust Cymru is providing endless opportunities for fun for all the family*.
Whether you're exploring lush gardens, embarking on scenic hikes, or simply enjoying a picnic in the sun, it's the perfect time to create unforgettable memories together. Let laughter fill the air as you connect with nature and each other in beautiful, cherished spaces.
Sponsored by Starling Bank, exciting events are taking place, so discover what's happening near you and embrace the great outdoors with family and friends.
Dyffryn Gardens, near Cardiff
(Image: National Trust Images/Aled Llywelyn)
Let the games commence! Head to Dyffryn Gardens this summer to hop, skip and jump your way to being the Dyffryn champion. Find all sorts of games and sports dotted around the gardens including badminton and table tennis, perfect for keeping the whole family entertained.
Tredegar House, Newport
This summer enjoy an unforgettable trip to the seaside in the heart of Newport, complete with colourful beach huts. Build sandcastles together in the giant sandpit, post a 'seaside postcard' at the mini post office, lounge in a giant deckchair and let your imagination run wild in make-believe spaces.
Dinefwr, Carmarthenshire
The perfect place to play - The Oak Yard is back for a full summer of family fun. Splash about in water play, make house in 'Sied Dwt' and run wild in the spaces designed with kids in mind. Inside Newton House design your own castle or settle down for a board game or two.
Llanerchaeron, Ceredigion
This summer Llanerchaeron offers an action packed day for the whole family. Zoom around the estate on balance bikes, explore the grass maze in the walled garden or get to know the animals on the farmyard.
Powis Castle and Garden, Welshpool
(Image: National Trust Images/Arnhel de Serra)
Enjoy a fun-packed summer's day on the Great Lawn at Powis Castle. Test your speed in a sack race, try your balance on the balance beam or hop like a frog across the lily pad. If you're feeling sporty, challenge your friends and family to a game of football or volleyball.
Colby Woodland Garden, Pembrokeshire
This woodland garden is perfect for a summer day out exploring nature. Enjoy soft archery and games in the meadow every Tuesday before heading up to the sky gazing glade at the top of the woods to watch the clouds float by.
Stackpole Estate, Pembrokeshire
Spend a day by the Welsh coast this summer with a visit to the Stackpole Estate. Pack a bucket and spade and head for the golden sands of Broad Haven South, go on a self-led trail and tick off the trust's '50 things to do before you're 11¾' as you explore the wildlife-rich lily ponds.
Aberdulais, Neath
Open from July 24 to August 30 on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, little explorers will delight in the outdoor games, craft activities and playing make-believe with a themed dressing-up box.
Rhosili, South Gower Coast
Keep everyone entertained during the summer holidays and get sporty at Rhosili. Pick from a wide range of games and activities from 10am to 3pm every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from July 21 to August 31.
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*Summer of Play events are free, but normal admission charges apply for each venue. National Trust members and under 5s can enter for free
