Experiences at estelle manor

Activities

Activities

Whether your ideal countryside stay is a relaxing and rejuvenating escape or something more active, we’ve got you covered.

21st October – 1st november

Little Adventurers Programme


We’ve got a wide range of fully supervised kid’s activities across the estate! Adventure awaits for the bold…

For our ‘Estelle Explorers’ – those aged 3-5 years – there’s the chance to get your hands dirty with a programme focussed on discovering new and exciting things in the natural countryside around you. Activities include bug hunts, den building and natural crafts.

For the ‘Estelle Adventurers’ – those aged 6-12 years – this all-action programme offers the chance to connect with nature and learn how to survive using the resources around them, with activities such as archery and fire lighting.

Target Sports

Those with an adventurous streak can master the art of axe throwing, target archery and even air rifle shooting with our experts in Oxfordshire.

Activities

TARGET SPORTS

Archery

Channel your inner Eros and learn the basics of target archery.

price: £60 per person
activity duration: 45 minutes
minimum age: 6 years old

TARGET SPORTS

Air Rifle Shooting

Hone your shooting skills with one of the manor’s .177 air rifles, under the eye of a trained expert. Suitable for both beginners and pros, our sheltered 40m range challenges all abilities.

price: £60 per person
activity duration: 45 minutes
minimum age: 8 years old

TARGET SPORTS

Axe Throwing

Safely master how to throw an axe at a target with our experienced instructors.

price: £60 per person
activity duration: 45 minutes
minimum age: 10 years old

Off Roading

There’s many-an-opportunity to explore the Oxfordshire countryside in style from our rural retreat.

Activities

OFF ROADING

Woodland Tour

Head on an expedition into the woodlands in one of our heritage Land Rovers as your guide tours you through the flora and fauna of this ancient habitat before stopping off for alfresco drinks and snacks to take in the stunning countryside views.

price: £550 for up to four guests
activity duration: 2 hours
minimum age: 5 years old

OFF ROADING

INEOS Grenadier Driving Experience

Get off the beaten track and drive our state-of-the-art INEOS Grenadiers on a course set within 140 acres of majestic woodland.

price: From £550 for 1h 45 mins for two drivers, or £725 for 2h 30 mins for up to four drivers
activity duration: 1h 45 mins or 2h 30 mins
minimum age: 18 years old (full driving license required)

Petite Petrolheads

There’s an off-roading experience even for the smallest of guests across our Oxfordshire estate.

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PETITE PETROLHEADS

Little Landies

Our mini Landies are ready for children wanting to get behind the wheel for the first time and test drive our adventure course.

price: £70 per person
activity duration: 30 minutes
minimum age: 2 – 10 years old (children must be accompanied by an adult in the vehicle)

PETITE PETROLHEADS

Junior Off-Roaders

After honing their driving skills, children can challenge themselves on our off-road course, under the guidance of an instructor.

price: £96 per person
activity duration: 45 mins
minimum age: 6 – 11 years old

Animals of Estelle

Meet our adorable estate ponies! Join the adventure team and enjoy a close encounter with an opportunity to groom, handle and learn all about the animals that call Estelle Manor home.

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ANIMALS OF ESTELLE

Own a Pony

Ever wanted to own your very own pony? We’ll show you how to groom it, ride it and properly look after it. Make a new lifelong friend under expert guidance from our senior riding coach.

price: From £120 per person
activity duration: 120 minutes
minimum age: 6 – 12 years old

ANIMALS OF ESTELLE

Lead Rein Lesson

Children between the ages of 4 and 12 years old can enjoy an exciting lead rein ride around the stunning manor grounds, led by our senior riding coach.

price: From £75 per person
activity duration: 30 mins
minimum age: 4 – 12 years old

Birds of Prey

Our Introduction to Falconry offers the chance to learn all about this fascinating and ancient practice, providing a close-up encounter with a range of birds of prey. Alternatively, you can experience a half day hawking in an ancient woodland under instruction of our Falconers.

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BIRDS OF PREY

Falconry

An awe-inspiring birds of prey experience for a close-up encounter with owls, hawks and falcons.

price: From £135 per person
activity duration: 60 minutes
minimum age: Children are welcome but not recommended to kids under 3 years old

Exploring Estelle Manor

Whether you’re looking for a relaxing walk or an invigorating run, take strides surrounded by heritage oaks and great sequoias to fully discover our 85-acre estate.

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EXPLORING ESTELLE MANOR

Woodland Loop

Our 1km Woodland Loop is the perfect route to decompress with either a tranquil walk or challenging run in the midst of nature.

price: Complimentary
activity duration: 60 minutes, every Thursday at 11am
minimum age: Children are welcome but we recommend ages 12 and over

EXPLORING ESTELLE MANOR

Guided Walks

Stretch your legs with a walk through some of the country’s most beautiful landscapes.

price: From £85 per person
activity duration: 90 minutes
minimum age: 5 years old

EXPLORING ESTELLE MANOR

Bicycle Hire

Hop on one of our Pashley bikes to explore our Oxfordshire estate. Simply collect a bike from the Adventure Lodge and off you go!

price: Complimentary
activity duration: Available to ride on site between 9.30am – 5pm
minimum age: 13 years old

EXPLORING ESTELLE MANOR

Head Gardener Tour

Uplift your soul with a journey through our estate and production gardens. Starting at our Grade-II-listed Floristry Hut in the Cutting Garden, explore our Rose Garden, Walled Garden and further afield with our Head Gardener Anton, before concluding the tour with a refreshing non-alcoholic cocktail using ingredients grown on the estate.

price: £55 per person, minimum two people, maximum six people
activity duration: 60 minutes, every Thursday at 11am
minimum age: Children are welcome but we recommend ages 12 and over

Blenheim Palace

We’ve partnered with the awe-inspiring Blenheim Palace to include some incredible new off-site experiences.