For the first time ever, Hever Castle has teamed up with award-winning animation studio Aardman and the Royal Entomological Society to bring the Lloyd of the Flies Augmented Reality (AR) Bug Hunt Trail to the Castle grounds.
This family-friendly trail lets children explore the gardens while interacting with Lloyd B Fly and his friends from the CITV series. Using a mobile device, visitors scan marker boards to unlock unique AR scenes, pose with the characters, take photos, and tick off bugs on their bug list.
Lloyd of the Flies follows Lloyd, a curious housefly, and his sister PB as they explore the world beyond their compost bin home, learning playful and chaotic lessons along the way.
Perfect for families with young children looking for outdoor fun and interactive learning this February.
Included in admission.
Location: throughout the Grounds
Dates: Daily from 11 to 28 February 2026
Time: 11:00 to 16:00
Follow the bug hunt trail around the Castle grounds and discover a series of marker boards along the way. Using a mobile device, simply scan each marker to unlock a unique augmented reality scene.
Children can meet Lloyd and his friends, pose with the characters, take photos and tick off bugs as they complete their Bug List. The trail combines outdoor exploration with interactive digital fun, making it ideal for families with young children.
You will need a smartphone or tablet with a camera and internet access to enjoy the augmented reality features.
Location: Garden Exhibition
Dates: Daily from 11 to 28 February 2026
Time: 11:00 to 16:00
Get creative with a range of Lloyd of the Flies colouring sheets!
Looking for fun February half term activities with the kids? Bugs, Boots and Backpacks at Hever Castle is a hands-on outdoor adventure designed to get families exploring nature together.
Throughout February half term, children can become mini nature experts as they build bug hotels, create clay creatures and splash through the mud, in wellies. From collecting natural treasures to discovering how insects help our environment, this family-friendly event combines creativity, learning and outdoor play in the beautiful grounds of Hever Castle.
Displayed in the grounds, the Earth Photo Exhibition features a curated selection of shortlisted images from the 2025 competition. Visitors can explore the exhibition at their own pace while enjoying the historic setting of Hever Castle and Gardens. The photographs share visually compelling stories that explore environmental change, human connection to the land and the global challenges facing our planet.
Always check details before travelling. Hever Castle reserves the right to close all or part of the Castle, grounds, catering outlets and activities, and to change or cancel and events. Please note that use of partner offers may be restricted or not valid on event days.
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