What’s on this summer at Earth Trust
Things to do with friends and family this July and August
The summer holidays are just around the corner, bringing longer days, warmer weather and plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy everything the season has to offer.
Whether you’re looking for activities to keep the children entertained, fun days out for the whole family, or even a chance to enjoy some time for yourself, we’ve got plenty planned throughout the summer to help you make the most of it.
Harvest at the Clumps
Celebrate the season and soak up the last of the summer with Harvest at the Clumps – four days of family fun, outdoor adventure and hands-on discovery at Earth Trust.
Explore the farm trail, discover how food is grown and made, and enjoy activities inspired by the harvest season, all set beneath the stunning Wittenham Clumps. Clamber among our hay bales, test your skills at wheat threshing and wool spinning on our summer farm trail, and fill your lunchboxes with mouth-watering food from our vendors, or with fresh produce grown in our edible garden.
The essentials
Dates: Mon 24th – Thurs 27th August
Times: 10am-4pm
Location: Earth Trust Farm, OX14 4QZ
Tickets: £12/child | Adults and under 2s free
Food and drinks: Hot and cold drinks will be available, as well as a selection of local food trucks. You’re also welcome to bring a picnic.
Little Acorns: Summer of wonder
Little Acorns is back for summer! Explore the natural world on your doorstep, dive deep into the busy world of bees, take your teddy bear out for a picnic, or be transported to a world of magic and splendour.
We have a trio of themed activity days for your littlest nature enthusiasts, all featuring the classic crafts, mud kitchen, water play and garden games we know they love so much, along with a little sprinkle of something special. Afterwards, why not enjoy a picnic in our beautiful gardens, or grab a cooling ice cream from our pop-up café? They day is yours to enjoy.
The essentials
Dates: Monday 3rd – Tuesday 4th August | Monday 10th – Tuesday 11th August
Time: 10am – 11.30am
Location: Earth Lab, Earth Trust Centre, Little Wittenham
Cost: £10 per child (adults and under 2s free with the purchase of a child ticket)
Suitability: Ages 2 – 6 years (children must be accompanied by an adult)
Family Nature Days
Looking for a day to explore the wilderness together with your kids? Join us for our Family Nature Days to explore and discover all the hidden wildlife at Earth Trust.
You and your children will become nature detectives and learn all about the minibeasts that live across our habitats, and how they keep our planet healthy with their incredible superpowers. Each of our sessions will explore a different habitat across Earth Trust’s landscape, from forests and meadows to rookeries and streams. This is an active day out in areas which aren’t all suitable for pushchairs, so children need to be up to the challenge.
The essentials
Dates: Wednesday 5th August | Thursday 20th August
Time: 10am – 12pm. Please arrive between 9:45am and 10am for a prompt start.
Ages: Suitable for ages 5-11 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Not suitable for under 2s
Location: Earth Trust Centre and Wittenham Clumps
Price: £10 per child (accompanying adults free)
Outdoor Explorer Camp: Summer of discovery
Gift your child a world of adventure this summer with Outdoor Explorer Camp: Summer of discovery, where they can connect with nature, build new skills, make friends and enjoy and unforgettable outdoor experience!
It’s never been more critical to give children access to green spaces, not only for their wellbeing but also to build confidence and have fun while learning about the natural world.
Our campers explore our historic woodlands and meadows where wildlife thrives at every turn and hidden treasures from ages gone by dot the landscape. Our expert instructors introduce them to bushcraft skills, ancient crafts, and cooking tasty treats over a campfire.
The essentials
Dates: Tuesday 4th – Friday 7th August | Tuesday 11th – Friday 14th August | Tuesday 18th – Friday 21st August
Age: Recommended for children aged 7-12
Times: 8.45am-3.30pm (Drop-off – between 8:45am and 9:00am | Pickup – 3:30pm)
Location: Earth Trust Farm, OX14 4QZ
Day Tickets: £55 per child
Food and drinks: Please ensure that your child brings a snack, packed lunch and refillable water bottle.
Foodie Fridays
Foodie Fridays is a relaxed weekly celebration of incredible street food, local craft ale, and unforgettable sunset views!
This July, join us to enjoy delicious food from a different street food vendor, serving up cuisine from Mexico to Ethiopia and beyond. Take your feast to the top of Wittenham Clumps and enjoy a picnic with panoramic sunset views – the perfect way to end a beautiful summer’s day.
Friday 7th August: Crumpy’s Smoke Shack: Expect juicy smashed burgers, slow-smoked meats and BBQ favourites packed with bold flavour. Using locally sourced ingredients and expertly cooked low and slow, Crumpy’s serves up the kind of hearty comfort food that’s made for summer evenings outdoors.
Friday 14th August: Tutu’s Ethiopian Table : After an incredible sell-out launch night, Tutu’s Ethiopian Table returns for another summer evening, serving vibrant, authentic Ethiopian dishes, packed with rich spices, bold flavours, designed to share and savour outdoors.
We can’t wait to welcome you to Earth Trust this summer.
Visit our What’s On page to see all our seasonal events and stay tuned for what’s coming up next.