Lower Mill Estate Activities
Limited spaces: book now
Hands-on Falconry experience
Join us for a captivating afternoon with Apollo Falconry, bringing an exclusive bird of prey experience to Lower Mill Estate. This 90-minute family-friendly experience offers the chance to get up close with a range of majestic birds – from owls and kestrels to hawks.
Dates available in July and August
Kids' Football Camp
Test your skills and learn something new with our kids' football camp, available for children aged 6 to 12 years old. Our UEFA Licensed coach Aaron will teach you ball mastery as you practice your techniques followed by a friendly tournament in teams.
Throughout August
Kids' Silent Disco
Get ready to turn up the volume on fun without making a sound! Join us every Thursday between 1500-1700 throughout August for our Kids’ Silent Disco, set in and around the stretch tent outside Ballihoo.
Creative Craft Workshop by Larkswold
Embrace your creative side this summer with a brand-new, hands-on experience hosted by the wonderful team at Larkswold – experts in mindful making.
Mischief & Magic Show
Join us in the tipi for a series of fun-filled family entertainment sessions hosted by Cotswold Children’s Parties – the experts in creating magical moments and big belly laughs for little ones.
New
Road and off-road scooter hire
Explore Lower Mill Estate on two wheels – road & off-road scooter hire now available!
Discover the beauty of The Cotswolds like never before with our brand-new scooter hire service!
Bike Rental
Offering a range of bikes for adults and children that can be booked online.
Whether it's a long-distance blast along the local cycling routes or an easy ride around our stunning nature reserve, we have bikes for every ability.
Watersports Equipment Hire
Offering a range of boats and boards, from paddle boards to kayaks and canoes.
Available from April - November
Mega Sup
Spend quality family time on the lakes with our Mega Sup! Available for us at Somerford Lagoon and Spinney Lake, this large paddleboard can accommodate up to 6 people, allowing you to work together to explore the waterways or simply relax while someone else does the paddling.
Katakanu Hire
Offering Katakanus that can be booked online for all the family.
Paddleboarding Lessons
Whether you are new to paddleboarding, or a seasoned professional, the sheltered water at Lower Mill Estate is the perfect setting for fun on the water.
Stretch and Relax Yoga
The Activity Hub have teamed up with a brilliant local yoga instructor to give you the ultimate relaxing start to your weekend at Lower Mill. All abilities are welcome!
Private Yoga Sessions
Get fit, strong and increase balance and flexibility, whilst having fun in the calm and relaxing environment.
Nature Crafts for Kids
Join our Ecologist for some nature-based arts and crafts fun, aiming to teach children about nature and the animals that live on the Estate through fun and engaging crafts!
Nature Explorers
A great opportunity for families or adults keen to learn more about the estate's wildlife. Sessions are designed to help children learn more about nature on the estate in engaging and interactive ways!
Limited spaces: Free
Summer Wildlife Walk
Join our Ecologist, James on a FREE Summer wildlife walk at Lower Mill Estate. Available on 16th July.
NEW!
Pull'N Pint: Laser clay shooting & craft beer experience
We’re delighted to offer guests at Lower Mill Estate a unique and entertaining evening in partnership with Cotswold Laser Clay and Cotswold Lakes Brew Co., combining outdoor fun with locally brewed craft beer.
NEW!
Laser Clay
Experience a thrilling instructor-led trap shooting session at Laser Clay Cotswolds located just next door to Lower Mill Estate.
NEW!
Archery and Air Rifles
Located next door to Lower Mill Estate, the Cotswold Range is an outdoor archery and air rifles centre.
MORE DATES COMING SOON!
Beekeeping Experience & Beer Tasting with Cotswold Lakes Brew Co
Experience a thrilling beekeeping experience and beer tasting at Cotswold Lakes Brew Co, just a 5-minute drive from Lower Mill Estate.
Afternoon Tea and Massage Experience
Treat yourself to the ultimate relaxation experience with our afternoon tea and 60-minute bespoke massage experience for two.
Cocktail Masterclass
Make it an evening to remember from the comfort of your holiday home with our Cocktail Masterclass brought to you by Cotswold Cocktail School.
Soft Play
Indoor Soft Play area for exclusive use for 1-hour sessions.
Tennis & MUGA Court
The tennis courts and 3G artificial turf multi-use games area (MUGA) offer the perfect spot for a quick knock-about or an entertaining game of five-a-side football with family and friends.
Miss Mouse Trail
CURRENTLY CLOSED - The Miss Mouse Trail is a family-friendly treasure trail around Lower Mill Estate’s hundreds of acres of nature reserve.
Millstone Park
Created with the whole family in mind, there’s something for everyone to enjoy at Millstone Park.
Fishing
Situated in the heart of the estate you’ll find eight well-stocked lakes exclusively for our guests. Home to Carp, Tench, Bream and Roach ready for you to cast off and fish until your heart’s content.
With various spots to choose from across the eight lakes, we’re sure that you’ll soon find your favourite location.
Nature Reserve
For those eager to get closer to nature, you have hundreds of acres to explore with the woodlands and hedgerows acting as home to a diverse range of native wildlife. Over 25 species of waterbirds can be seen on the lakes over Winter. Spring brings a huge range of breeding birds including Nightingale, Cuckoo and Cetti’s Warbler.
Personal Trainer
Start your day feeling revitalised with a PT session from a local fitness expert.
