The Effortlessly Family Friendly Castle

One big happy extended family

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Augill castle's family friendliness is based on attitude rather than services and facilities: Like staying with friends in the country rather than in an overnight creche.

"It's the wonderfully informal atmosphere that makes it a real family hit."

The Guardian, April 2011

Young visitors to Augill are often adopted by each other and are whisked off to the ‘Drawing Room (stuffed with toys, games and dressing up paraphernalia), the playground, tennis court, the fort in the forest, the well loved treehouse, or the latest 'base' built somewhere secret.

Then there are the pigs, Ron, Harry & Hermione, goats, hens, ducks and turkeys to feed and Maisy the Spaniel to befriend.

"Wendy and Simon and their children Oliver and Emily do absolutely everything they can to ensure families feel at home. This is indeed a rare thing!"

Janey Lee Grace, author & Radio Two presenter, Spring 2011

Once the fresh air has tired them out, there is a library of videos and DVDs, toys for all ages towers and turrets to explore. There are DVD players in every room and flat screen satellite televisions with all  available freeview children's channels and for the full popcorn eating, big screen experience, there's even a twelve seat cinema.

 

There are our family houses, The Stable House and The Little Castle, both big designed for families, inter-connecting bedrooms, family suites or rooms big enough for extra beds without the risk of shin damage (we use soft foam occasional beds rather than metal framed ones).

We have cots, highchairs, baby listening, flexible eating options Family rooms all come equipped with a box of books, toys and essential baby & toddler supplies as well as nappy disposal units for younger visitors.

"We have been smiling non-stop for three days. Our tummies are full, our hearts are light and happy."

The Aarons Family, August 2009

We have endless ideas of where to go and what to do throughout Cumbria, Yorkshire, Durham & Northumberland with young children.

And don't forget, there's our own 'Augill Little Cooks' children's cookery school too.

For a wealth of ideas of what to do as a family from fishing to fell walking, paint balling to paragliding, mini beas safaris to mini quads, visit:

• Where we are
• Family Days out
• Cumbrian Adventures Outdoors
• Things to do in Cumbria
• Things to do in Yorkshire

 

Freedom of The Lake District pass - the best of the Lakes for less Buy one from us and enjoy discounts on days out throughout Cumbria

Visit our Adventures page

 

• Telephone us on 01768 341937
• or email us at enquiries@stayinacastle.com