Getting children outside to explore bugs brings the natural world to life in the most exciting way. From busy beetles to fluttering butterflies, insects are everywhere outdoors, playing vital roles like pollinating plants and helping nature stay in balance. Exploring gardens, lawns and woodland spaces helps young people slow down, look closely and discover just how much life is happening under their feet.
At Harewood House, Bug Safaris and outdoor adventures spark that sense of wonder, encouraging children to get stuck in, get curious, and fall in love with the tiny creatures that keep our world thriving.
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No one will protect what they don’t care about, and no one will care about what they have never experienced.”
David Attenborough
Rainy Day Guarantee
If it rains continuously for two hours during your visit, you can claim a return ticket for a day of your choice within the next 3 months.
Find out more hereExhibition
The Season Following
Capturing the quiet rhythms of nature with exquisite clarity and luminosity, this new exhibition by Charlotte Verity invites you to linger, look closely, and celebrate the subtle beauty of nature throughout the year. Open from 23 January in the House.
Free Kids Activity Booklet
Children are encouraged to get creative with a free Charlotte Verity-inspired activity booklet. As you explore The Season Following exhibition, try out different artistic skills inspired by the paintings on display. Collect your free activity booklet from the Entrance Hall of the House.
Rainy Day Guarantee
If it rains continuously for two hours during your visit, you can claim a return ticket for a day of your choice within the next 3 months.
Find out more hereHarewood Holidays
Stay in Harewood Estate
Extend your visit to Harewood with a stay at Harewood Holidays.
Every Harewood Holiday cottage has it's own unique history. From worker cottages to ancient hunting lodges, each of these Grade II listed buildings ooze character and offer you the chance to get closer to nature.
Visiting Harewood
Harewood is just a short journey from Leeds and Harrogate, and is well connected via public transport.
Satnav: use LS17 9LQ
Visiting enquiries: 0113 218 1010
Please check opening times before travelling.