Children's Activities & Maze

A Day out for all the Family

With so many things to see and do, there is something for everyone at Traquair!

To Do in the Grounds

An attractive mini adventure playground is situated at the back of the house with equipment for all ages. In addition there is a toddlers’ play area, swings, a play house, and some natural willow tunnels. In the woodlands there is a yew sound sculpture suitable for all ages.

As well as these natural attractions, a magnet for most children is the Maze (parents – allow extra time for getting them out again!)

The Maze

The Maze is situated at the rear of the house where originally a par terre garden was laid out in the eighteenth century. The terrace walls provide an excellent vantage point for parents to try and direct their children out of the maze.

Designed by a Traquair craft worker, John Schofield, the maze has an intriguing layout with no dead ends and the visitor must reach four sub centres before coming to the centre.

Animals

For animal lovers there is plenty of wildlife at Traquair. From peacocks, duck, swans and rare breed poultry, to pygmy goats and kune kune pigs, and not forgetting Delphi, our King Charles Cavalier Spaniel who is usually around to say hello. We also have an array of beautiful wildlife that visit our grounds – what can you spot during your visit?

Activities and Workbooks

The Great Traquair Picture Trail – take part in a woodland search during the school holidays! 10th-30th October 2026.

Children’s Guidebook – Pick up our Children’s Guidebook in which Traquair Cavalier Spaniels, Daphne and Delilah, take your on their very own tour of Traquair with puzzles and games.

School groups – We are always very delighted to welcome School Groups and can provide worksheets before the visit and a fully guided tour specific to your topic on the day of your visit. Please contact the office on 01896 830323 or email enquiries@traquair.co.uk and see how we can support your school’s drive towards Curriculum for Excellence.