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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.

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Target Sports

Those with an adventurous streak can master the art of axe throwing or why not channel your inner Eros and learn the basics of target archery with our experts in Oxfordshire.

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Book in a solo session
or form teams with your most competitive of mates.

Archery

Channel your inner Eros and learn the basics of target archery with our experts.
Axe Throwing

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

Hone your shooting skills with one of the manor’s .177 air rifles, under the eye of a trained expert.
Clay Pigeon Shooting

Whether it’s your first time shooting or you’re a seasoned shot, these simulated birds will test everyone’s aim!

Off-roading

There’s an off-roading experience for all ages across our rural retreat.

Our Little Landies are ready and waiting for your petite petrolheads! Suitable for kids from the age of two upwards, children can get behind the wheel for the first time and test drive our adventure course. Once they’ve honed their driving skills, those aged six and up can tackle our off-road course for more of a challenge!

There’s plenty for grown-ups too… Go off-road in style with a whizz around in our exhilarating Polaris Rzr, or get off the beaten track and drive our state-of-the-art INEOS Grenadiers across 140 aces of majestic woodland.

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Strap in for an off-roading experience to remember.

Junior Off-Roaders

After honing their driving skills, children can challenge themselves on our offroad course, under the guidance of an instructor.
Little Landies

Our mini Landies are ready for your petite petrolheads!
Woodland Tour

An expedition into the woodlands in one of our heritage Land Rovers.
Polaris RZR Experience

Go off-road in style and test your driving skills as you negotiate our woodland circuit.
Grenadier Woodland Driving Experience

Get off the beaten track and drive our state-of-the-art INEOS Grenadiers.

Animals of Estelle

Meet our adorable estate ponies, plus our Cotswold Lion sheep and our Dexter Cows! 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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Expect farmyard friends from Cotswold Lion sheep and ponies.

Own a Pony

Take care of your very own pony for a few hours!
Lead Rein Ride

Younger children aged 6 – 9 years can enjoy some time in the saddle with a short lead rein lesson.

Birds of Prey

Our introduction to falconry offers the chance to learn all about this fascinating and ancient sport, providing a close-up encounter with owls, hawks and falcons. Alternatively fly and handle a majestic Harris Hawk under instruction of our Head Falconer.

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Blenheim Lake

Only 10 minutes drive from our rural retreat, members and hotel guests will be able to enjoy the 100-acre Blenheim Lake for fishing and boating experiences, alongside private picnics on the jetty.

With views across the breathtaking world heritage site, it’s a very special location for all occasions.

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Exploring Estelle Manor

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

Whether it’s a relaxing walk or a reinvigorating run, our 1km Woodland Loop is the perfect route. Take strides surrounded by heritage oaks and great sequoias.

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