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Summer of Play at Waddesdon Manor
24 July - 26 August
Bring the whole family to enjoy the summer holidays with our range of fun activities for a Summer of Play at Waddesdon Manor. Until 26 August, children get free admission to the house and grounds at Waddesdon! Find all the best summer activities for kids in Buckinghamshire.
Garden Games
Complimentary garden games are available to borrow from the Visitor Information building on the North Front throughout Summer. Choose from cricket, tennis, rounders and more.
Urban Canvas Street Art
Remember a time when children’s song, dance and art intermingle seamlessly into the purest forms of creative expression known as “the art of playing-out.” Have a go at a mixture of traditional and newly invented games for the whole family to enjoy
The Actual Reality Arcade
The Actual Reality Arcade is a life-sized interactive game zone for all ages to enjoy, inspired by twelve classic arcade games. Fire rockets, dodge barrels, avoid lasers, build Tetris walls, shoot aliens and become Pac-Man. Experience the arcade where you play for real and bring the games to life.
On Target Events
Over the summer have a go at the medieval art of archery. Suitable for ages 8+. Try your hand at the rapidly growing sport of axe throwing. Suitable for ages 12+. As well as archery and axe throwing, channel your inner hero and tackle the climbing wall. Minimum height and weight and maximum weight limits apply.
Berkshire Birds of Prey
Get up close and personal with birds of prey! Learn about their habits, habitats, and history as well as how you can help them in the wild.
Feeling brave? Put on a handlers glove and have the chance to hold the birds yourself.
