Today: light rain · 16°C
A wet day — perfect for indoor exploration
Setting
Outdoor
Entry
Moderate
Who for
Toddler-friendly · Ages 0–18+
Waterperry Gardens is an 8-acre ornamental garden in Oxfordshire, featuring herbaceous borders, a rock garden, and a wildflower meadow. Families can enjoy a safe, open space for children to run and play, plus a small playground. The on-site tea room offers homemade treats and light lunches, and the plant nursery provides a chance to learn about gardening. Seasonal events like pumpkin picking and Christmas illuminations add extra appeal. Highlights: beautiful floral displays, historic barn, children's play area, tea room, plant nursery. Ages: Suitable for all ages; toddlers and older kids love the open lawns. Facilities: Accessible paths, baby changing, free parking. Wellies recommended after rain.
What parents should know
Waterperry Gardens is an 8-acre ornamental garden in Oxfordshire, featuring herbaceous borders, a rock garden, and a wildflower meadow.
Clothing
Wear wellies or waterproof shoes
The gardens can be muddy after rain, so bring wellies or waterproof footwear, especially for young children who love exploring.
Must do
Use the open lawns for toddler free play
The 8-acre site has plenty of open space perfect for toddlers to run safely. Ideal for burning energy before the playground.
Playground
Plan time at the small playground
There's a children's play area on-site. Allocate at least 30 minutes for this as little ones often want extended play time.
Location and map
Reviews
No reviews yet. Be the first to tell other parents what it's really like.
Sign in to leave a review
Opening hours
Seasonal details
Nearby adventures
See all →
Shotover Country Park
Shotover Country Park is a 90-hectare area of ancient woodland and open grassland on a hil…
RSPB Otmoor
RSPB Otmoor is a peaceful wetland nature reserve in Oxfordshire, ideal for families who en…
Oxford Botanic Garden
Founded in 1621, the Oxford Botanic Garden is the oldest botanic garden in the UK, offerin…
Christ Church Meadow
Christ Church Meadow is a large open green space in the heart of Oxford, owned by Christ C…
Pitt Rivers Museum
The Pitt Rivers Museum in Oxford is a captivating museum of anthropology and archaeology, …
Christ Church Cathedral
Christ Church Cathedral is both a cathedral and the chapel of Christ Church college, one o…
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
The Oxford University Museum of Natural History houses the university's extensive collecti…
Ashmolean Museum
The Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology at the University of Oxford is a fascinating d…