For Families
Defender Burghley is great family day out with a whole host of fun activities and entertainment for children of all ages to enjoy. New for 2024, don't miss the action packed Family Zone.
Miniature Defenders
Miniature Defenders are coming to Burghley! Children can enjoy the thrill of driving a Defender, in these battery-operated miniatures, around a purpose-built track. The vehicles have been designed for children between the ages of 4 -10 years old and have in-built safety mechanisms.
Available on all days | Located in the Family Zone | No advance booking required | Free
Hobby Horses
If your little ones just love playing ponies, then a visit to the Hobby Horse arena is a must! Have a go at Hobby Horse jumping and other fun activities.
Available on all days | Located in the Family Zone | No advance booking required | Free
Pottery Painting
Create your very own Burghley keepsake at our pottery painting stand. Pick from a selection of pottery ponies and get busy painting your own unique design.
Available on Saturday & Sunday | Located in the Family Zone | No advance booking required | Chargeable
Storytelling
Gather around for feel-good, funny and interactive stories from around the world. Our storyteller will be sharing captivating tales guaranteed to entertain and capture young imaginations.
Available Saturday & Sunday | Located in the Family Zone & Insights Stage | No advance booking required | Free
Buddy Activity Booklet
Kids will love our Buddy Activity Booklet which is full of fun quizzes and colouring as well as an exciting trail seeking out Buddy’s friends who are hidden near a selection of cross-country fences. Complete the trail to claim a prize!
Available on all days | Pick up a booklet in the Family Zone or Box Office | No advance booking required | Free
Dog Agility
Bring your pooch along to the Dog Agility Ring and have some fun together negotiating a range of obstacles including tunnels, jumps and weaves.
Available on all days | Located in the Family Zone | No advance booking required | Free
Face Painting
Head to the Family Zone with your little ones for face painting and glitter tattoos.
Saturday & Sunday | Located in the Family Zone | No advance booking required | Free
And much, much more...
There's all sorts to entertain families at Defender Burghley. Cheer on your favourite in the Shetland Pony Grand National (Saturday & Sunday), hop on a horse simulator at the British Horseracing Authority stand in the Lifestyle Pavilion (all days) and have a giggle getting a cartoon portrait done by our Caricaturist in the Family Zone (Saturday & Sunday).