Blakesley Hall is a great historic site for families to visit!

Family Room

The Family Room at Blakesley Hall is family friendly area for children and adults.

Discover more about the history of Blakesley Hall and the families who have lived here. Have fun in the dressing up area with costumes from a variety of periods, play board games and complete puzzles, take a break in the soft seating area with books, and play with the puppet theatre. Children of all ages can get involved and we hope that enjoy their time at this historic house.

Become a memberand enjoy 12 months of inspirational days out and free access to the Family Room.

Events

There are a variety of family activities to take part in throughout the weekends and Birmingham school holidays. See the What's On for details.

Activity Packs

Our new Blakesley activity packs will keep all the family engaged. You will have fun as you draw, search and play around the Hall and gardens.

Each activity pack contains:

A lovely Birmingham Museum pencil
Colouring pencils
Activities to do in the Hall and gardens
Make your own museum story
Drawing challenges
Our fun find something challenges for all the family
Your own museum detective badge

Packs are available to buy online when you book your tickets and can be collected when you arrive on the day. You can also buy one on the day.

Cost £3.00 per pack.

Gardens

The gardens are FREE to visit during opening hours and make a perfect spot for a family picnic. Enjoy our fun garden games with friends and family — from Giant Jenga to Skittles, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Useful Information

Pushchairs can be stored in the porch when visiting the Hall (these are left at your own risk).
There are baby changing facilities in the Visitor Centre.
We also offer access to a microwave for bottle warming.
Under 3s are FREE to visit. See the tickets page for all the admission prices.
If you want to visit multiple times then you can become a member and can enjoy 12 months days out to all our sites.