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1. Wheel into summer

Hire a bike* from our Activities Centre and set off on through the Hertfordshire countryside. Prefer four wheels? Our Mini Landies are perfect for little explorers itching to take the wheel. 

2. Ready, aim, bullseye

Try your hand at archery** with one of our expert instructors and perfect your aim while enjoying some friendly competition. Fun for all ages, it’s the ultimate family challenge this summer.

 

3. be Creative

From pottery painting and cake decorating to Decopatch and Be My Bear, The Potting Shed is jam-packed with arts and crafts for little ones.

 

4. A pocket full of fun

Discover Pocket Towns, a charming miniature village, where children can explore, imagine, and play in their own tiny world of activity-filled towns.

5. Woodland experiences

Take to the woods, saddle up and meet our ponies. You’ll enjoy woodland rides and groom your new four-legged friend. Alternatively, join our falconers for a hawking experience with birds of prey. Then join Sharky & George*** for energetic games, survival challenges and crafts. Expect mischief, secret den building and high energy races in Asher’s woodlands.

 

6. splash-filled days

When the temperatures rise, there’s no better spot than our heated outdoor pool. We’ll also have water sports like water polo and basketball, as well games on the beach such as table tennis and shuffleboard.

7. Supersized games await

Enjoy a game of Chess or family Jenga in the Walled Garden!

 

8. Sky high adventures

Thrill-seekers can enjoy an exciting tree climbing experience in our woodlands. Want to go even higher? Don’t miss our hot air balloon rides, offering breath-taking views across the Hertfordshire countryside.

 

9. Meet our jungle friends

Get up close with our wild friends at Jungle Juniors – a hands-on creature encounter full of curiosity, fun facts, and critters such as snakes, spiders and frogs.

 

10. bank holiday fairground fun

Finally, don’t miss August Bank Holiday where we will have our very own fun fair! Expect classic stall games, circus skills, face painting and more. 

 

Terms and Conditions

*Bike Hire is for hotel residents only
** Age restrictions apply
*** This activity is a drop off session, parents are invited to return 5-10 minutes before the end of the session to collect the children, an intake form is mandatory.

Enjoy a family getaway this summer

Unplug, unwind and soak up the sunshine this summer.

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