Spirit of Autumn Family Trail

Step into the garden on a fun family trail at Knightshayes and discover how plants and animals respond to the changing autumn season. As temperatures fall and daylight shortens, many species become especially active, gathering food, establishing new territories, and changing their behaviour to survive the colder winter months ahead.

Try hands-on family activities along the way to uncover some of the fascinating and sometimes surprising ways wildlife prepares for winter. Learn how some creatures store food, migrate to warmer countries, or enter states such as hibernation to help them survive the season.

This interactive nature trail is a great way for children and families to explore wildlife, seasonal changes, and the natural world together.

Knightshayes is the perfect place to celebrate autumn in all its colourful, cosy glory. Come and enjoy a family day out in Devon and discover how nature prepares for winter.