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Families

Temple Newsam House is great value for money and combined with a visit to the Park and Farm is a full day out. As part of the admission price we offer a free children’s audio tour which delves into the stories and characters of Temple Newsam’s past.

NEW!! Mythogical Messages Trail

Pick up a copy of this trail at Temple Newsam on your next visit.  A great way to look at the house as a family!

Join us for 'The Big Draw'at Temple Newsam House on the weekend of  Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th October 2008. 

Join us in the Picture Gallery for  ‘The Big Picture Challenge’ and create a giant portrait on the floor using all sorts of materials! You don’t need to bring anything and the activity is free.   All ages can join in although younger children should be accompanied by an adult.  For more infomation, download the poster from the linkon the right.

Steps though Time!

Celebrating dance in Leeds with a weekend of Tudor dance in the glorious Picture Gallery in Temple Newsam House. For more infomation, download the poster from the linkon the right.

Special Family Tour Days

Look out for specialist family tours of the house and collections, dramatic historic re–enactments, musical entertainment and interactive workshops.  At different times in the year there will be intrepid explorer activities throughout this magnificent house.

and 'Be a Treasure Hunter!'

Can you find the treasures that lie inside Temple Newsam House?  Age appropriate treasure hunting trails are new for 2008 and have been developed to promote investigation and inspiration. 

Check out some of the drawings created by families from the summer activities on 'Mythogical Monsters' in 2008...

Drawing of Monster at Temple Newsam House 2008 Drawing of Monster at Temple Newsam House 2008

Drawing of Monster at Temple Newsam House 2008