Brockhampton Estate

The house is surrounded by a moat which is a big success with any kid to start! Plus follow the nature trail and spot wildlife from the bird-hide, have fun in the natural play area and discover new areas of the estate on their 3 orienteering courses!

Central to the 1700 acres of Brockhampton Estate is Lower Brockhampton, a 14th century fairytale manor house complete with filled moat, gatehouse and a boding ruined Norman chapel: a treat for any imaginative child! There are also kids’ activity packs available on loan within the house, plus a kids’ quiz trail to follow.

The orchards by the river are a peaceful spot to lounge and picnic in, and there are 5 farms and 40 rural dwellings spread over the 1,700 acres plus numerous rest spots and bird hides.

There are family oriented special events and activities laid on most school holidays, ranging from moat dipping and learning to make a bird box to full on battle reenactments, so it’s well worth keeping an eye out and timing a visit to coincide with extra fun.