Family fun at Ardress House (Image: National Trust Images/John Miller) With the kids off school for summer, many of us are planning family days out for when the sun is shining. The National Trust has many spots across Northern Ireland featuring children's play areas perfect for letting off steam, trails for family adventures, and much more. Members visit for free, with family membership available.
Here's eight ideas of where you can head for an exciting family day out: READ MORE: Northern Ireland group getting more kids active through accessible and affordable summer camps READ MORE: Employee praised for 'outstanding' gesture that makes 12-year-old's day Castle Ward Castle Ward (Image: National Trust Images/Annapurna Mellor) This summer, Castle Ward near Strangford transforms into a playground filled with fun and adventure for the Summer of Play event. Children can enjoy dedicated activity zones featuring den-building challenges, sport activities, and imaginative play spaces. Young artists can unleash their creativity in a dedicated zone.
Or little explorers and budding scientists can visit the Nature Zone which features a wormery, bug hotel, animal stilts, microscopes, bird watching, and fossil excavation. The Performance Zone invites kids to play the drums, perform on a stage, and more. There's a playpark perfect for both little and older children, and a woodland area with exciting challenges.
Families can explore the Secret Shore Trail and get up close and personal with so.
