Sudeley Castle in Winchcombe is welcoming in autumn with the introduction of a Wildlife Trail.

Running daily from Sunday 1st September to Friday 25th October, the trail will give people the chance to follow the footprints of Sudeley’s resident wildlife around the grounds, and learn a thing or two about the creatures that call the countryside home.

From badgers, hedgehogs and red foxes, to red deer and stoats, the trail offers a chance for people to get closer to British wildlife,

Trail sheets will be offered to keep track of each animal discovery, and include a crayon rubbing and colouring activity too.

Kim Gibbon, Head of Visitor Services, said: “Autumn is such a wonderful time to visit Sudeley Castle and Gardens, with its explosion of colour and opportunities to spot signs of life. Our new Autumn Trail is a great way to explore nature with the little ones, and introduce them to a variety of great British wildlife.

“Forestry England experts are predicting a particularly abundant year for fruit and nuts too, following the wet and warm summer we had, so we’re expecting to see more of our resident four-legged friends than usual!

“Sudeley is a great day out for all ages, come rain or shine, with our array of magical gardens, historic royal residence, collection of rare pheasants and exciting exhibitions, which includes the ‘Women of Sudeley’ throughout September.”

For more information visit www.sudeleycastle.co.uk