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

23rd july – 31st august

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, gardening 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.

From Saturday 4th August

Weekend Adventure Club

Our new Weekend Adventure Club is for kids aged between 3 – 11 years old.

The Lambs – children aged 3-7 – can get stuck into outdoor games, drama, creative writing and dance.

The Hares – children aged 8 -11 – can enjoy outdoor sports, arts and crafts, drama, creative writing, yoga and meditation.

Taking place every Saturday and Sunday, each session starts at the Potting Shed before moving around the estate. Sessions are three hours long, with the first session at 9am to midday and the second at 12:30 – 3:30pm. Weekend Adventure Club is £65 per session, per child.

To book in simply drop us a note at reservations@estellemanor.com

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.

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

Off-roading

Our mini Landies are ready 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. Explore Bladon Heath Woods with our Polaris Rzr is suitable for those aged 12 and over.

Strap in for an off-roading experience to remember.

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.

Expect farmyard friends from Cotswold Lion sheep and ponies.

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.

Blenheim Lake

Only 10 minutes drive from the manor estate, 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.

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.

Blenheim Palace

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