Festive Afternoon Tea
18–20 Dec, 22–23 Dec
A festive afternoon tea at the Gardener's Cottage Tearoom, with sweet and savoury treats featuring Christmas flavours.
Cheshire
Cheshire is a historic and scenic county in North West England offering walkable historic centres, Roman and medieval heritage, extensive canals, and good rail and public transport connections for tourists.
Wet Felting Workshop: The Japanese Garden with Tour
16 Oct (next Friday)
Participants learn wet-felting techniques and create a landscape image inspired by Tatton Park’s Japanese Garden, with expert tuition and a tour of the garden.
Myth, Magic and Mystery
29–31 Oct
Families can explore historical superstitions and legends and try brewing a potion using ingredients inspired by gruesome medicines from the past. The event is recommended for children aged 7–11 and takes place partly outdoors and partly inside the Old Hall.
Christmas Party Night - Apres-Ski Celebration
17 Dec
A Christmas party night with an après-ski theme, featuring live music and food for friends and colleagues. The event takes place at Tenants Hall.
Near Tatton Park
Tatton Park is a historic estate in Cheshire featuring a neoclassical mansion, extensive formal and natural gardens, a large deer park, and a working farm showcasing rare breeds. Visitors can enjoy indoor tours of the mansion, outdoor exploration of gardens and parkland, and family-friendly activities including a children's playground and various events throughout the year.
Bugs and Beasties Detective Trail
12 Oct–1 Nov (next week)
Follow a detective trail through Lyme House to find bugs and beasties, learn how insects affect the historic collections, and investigate damaged objects in the Long Gallery.
Near Lyme
Lyme Park is a large estate in Cheshire managed by the National Trust, featuring the largest house in Cheshire with Elizabethan and Palladian-Baroque architecture, extensive formal gardens and deer park, and historical indoor exhibits including the Lyme Caxton Missal. It also serves as a filming location and offers food facilities on site.
Smartphone Photo Editing Workshop
25 Sep
The Smartphone Photo Editing Workshop at Tatton Park is a hands-on editing workshop with professional photographer Jane Burkinshaw. The 3.5-hour session teaches attendees how to transform their photos using free phone apps like Snapseed, focusing on fixing common issues and enhancing style. Suitable for beginners, hobbyists, and small business owners, the workshop includes practical exercises and is held partly outdoors in the parkland and partly indoors in a historic barn classroom (with no lift access).
Summer of Play
18 Jul–1 Sep
Summer of Play is a family-focused event at Quarry Bank with daily activities throughout the holidays including indoor play, storytelling, crafts, outdoor games, and guided family tours, running from 18 July to 1 September 2026.
2 miles from Quarry Bank Mill
Quarry Bank Mill in Cheshire is a well-preserved historic textile mill from the Industrial Revolution, featuring working waterwheel machinery, factory and worker village tours, and exhibits on industrial heritage and child apprentices. It is operated as a museum by National Trust.
Don't go into the Cellar presents- 'Sherlock Holmes Christmas Casebook
22 Nov
An indoor festive stage show featuring Jonathan Goodwin as Sherlock Holmes, with a theatrical adaptation of Conan Doyle’s “The Adventure of the Blue Carbuncle” and other Christmas-themed material.
Near Biddulph Old Hall
Biddulph Old Hall is a historic Elizabethan mansion and medieval hunting lodge with guided tours covering its rich history, gardens, ruins, and former uses as an artist's home and Buddhist retreat. Visitors can explore both the house interior and extensive grounds, enjoying seasonal gardens and refreshments.
Located in Biddulph
Biddulph is a picturesque market town in Staffordshire Moorlands known for its historic sites including Mow Cop Castle, Biddulph Grange gardens, and scenic valley setting between Mow Cop and Biddulph Moor.
Women of Oxford Road Walking Tour
8 Oct
A guided walking tour explores the stories of women associated with Manchester’s Oxford Road Corridor, including Elizabeth Gaskell. The walk finishes at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House, where attendees can visit the house.
Near Elizabeth Gaskell’s House
Elizabeth Gaskell’s House in Manchester is the former home of the English novelist, offering a unique experience with period rooms, a re-imagined garden, interactive Victorian house activities, and a Tea Room. The venue is wheelchair accessible and provides engaging tours and facilities for families and groups.
Christmas Gift Fair
26–29 Nov
The Christmas Gift Fair brings together local artisans and suppliers selling gifts such as jewellery, candles, crafts and gin. Visitors can browse and shop in the Mansion’s Tenants Hall.
Christmas Party Night - Apres-Ski Celebration
11 Dec
An adults-only, Apres-Ski-themed Christmas party night at Tatton Park, with live music and food in a festive alpine-style setting.
Pumpkin Patch at the Farm
17–18 Oct (next weekend)
Visitors can meet the farmyard animals at Tatton Park Farm and pick their own pumpkins from the pumpkin field. Pumpkins are available in a range of colours and sizes.
Near Tatton Park
Tatton Park in Cheshire is a vast historic estate featuring an opulently decorated 18th-century mansion, extensive landscaped gardens including Japanese and Italian styles, a working rare breed farm, and 1,000 acres of deer park with wildlife and trails. Visitors can enjoy dining, shopping, and a variety of family-friendly outdoor and indoor activities.
Heritage Open Day
12 Sep
Heritage Open Day at Little Moreton Hall offers free entry to explore this unique Tudor house and its gardens, featuring a children's spotter activity to find the Wandering Wolves from the Moreton Family Crest.
Misrule at Yule
4–6 Dec, 11–13 Dec…
Misrule at Yule brings festive Tudor-themed mischief to Little Moreton Hall, featuring the Lord of Misrule. Merrie Noyse, Piva and the Jesters perform on Saturdays and Sundays, with performances throughout the day.
Near Little Moreton Hall
Little Moreton Hall is a historic 16th-century half-timbered moated manor house near Congleton, Cheshire. It features well-preserved Tudor architecture, extensive gardens, and a famous Long Gallery. Visitors can explore the restored house interiors, enjoy the gardens, and dine in the on-site restaurant, making it a comprehensive historic and outdoor experience.
The Sorceress of Speke and the Lost Familiars
12 Oct–8 Nov (next week)
Visitors follow an outdoor trail around the grounds of Speke Hall, completing five activities to discover a magic word and reunite the Sorceress of Speke with her lost animal familiars.
Near Speke Hall
Speke Hall is a Grade I listed Tudor manor house in Liverpool, renowned for its historic timber-framed architecture, ancient yew trees, and scenic views over the Mersey estuary. Owned by the National Trust, it offers visitors both indoor exploration of historic rooms and outdoor gardens with walking paths.
Secrets of the Old Hall Tour
17 Oct (next Saturday)
A guided tour of Tatton’s fifteenth-century Old Hall explores the building and its history across five centuries, including its atmosphere and ghost stories.
Deer Feed Trailer Ride
17 Feb
Join Tatton Park rangers on a trailer ride to watch the daily deer feeding and see the deer close up in their natural setting.
Near Tatton Park
Tatton Park in Cheshire is a historic estate featuring a Medieval Old Hall, Neo-Classical Mansion, extensive gardens, a rare-breed farm, and a large deer park. It offers diverse experiences including indoor mansion tours, outdoor parkland exploration, and family-friendly activities like an adventure playground and farm visits.
History of the Chinese Garden at Biddulph Grange
10 Oct, 17 Oct…
A volunteer-led talk in the Chinese Garden explores its history, design, different elements and sources of inspiration.
Near Biddulph Grange Garden
Biddulph Grange Garden is a Victorian formal garden featuring themed garden rooms with international plants, a geological gallery, and distinctive areas like the Chinese Garden and Egyptian Court, offering an adventurous outdoor experience for all ages.
Dry Stone Walling Walk
16 Sep
Dry Stone Walling Walk is an expert walking tour led by the Cheshire branch of the Dry Stone Walling Association at Lyme. The walk includes a history of Lyme's dry stone walls, instruction on wall construction and tools, and a tour of notable walling features. The walk lasts about 1 to 1.5 hours, covering just over a mile, and is suitable for ages 16 and above.
Three Cheers for Pooh! Garden Story Trail
30 Aug–6 Sep
Three Cheers for Pooh! Garden Story Trail is a family-friendly outdoor trail event set within Tatton Park's historic landscaped summer gardens. Attendees can follow a story-led trail featuring classic Winnie-the-Pooh characters and imaginative spaces, exploring and enjoying the gardens in the sunshine. The event celebrates 100 years of Pooh and invites families to slow down and discover Pooh, Tigger, and Poohsticks Bridge along the way.
Clare Balding at Tatton Park
24 Sep
Join broadcaster and author Clare Balding at Tatton Park for a dog walk through the grounds, followed by a Q&A and book signing to celebrate the paperback launch of her novel Pastures New. The event includes a walk, a discussion, and opportunity to purchase signed books.
Beyond the View: Canaletto at Tatton
7–11 Oct, 14–18 Oct…
An exhibition exploring Samuel Egerton’s journey from Cheshire to Venice and his connection to Canaletto. Visitors can see rare paintings, letters and artefacts, digital installations, and Tatton Park’s Canaletto masterpieces.
Pumpkin Patch at the Farm
24–25 Oct
Visitors can meet the Farm’s animals and pick their own pumpkins from the pumpkin field. Pumpkins are available in a range of colours and sizes.
Christmas Party Night - Apres-Ski Celebration
10 Dec
An adults-only, après-ski-themed Christmas party night at Tatton Park, with live music and food in a festive alpine setting.
Pumpkin Patch at the Farm
27–31 Oct
Visitors can meet the farmyard animals and pick pumpkins from the field, with pumpkins available in different colours and sizes.
Christmas Carols in the Stableyard
20 Dec
Join the King Edward Musical Society Band and choir in the Stableyard for a sing-along of Christmas favourites, with song sheets provided.
Spooky Speke
9 Oct, 14 Oct…
Spooky Speke is an adults-only Halloween event at Speke Hall, beginning with tea or coffee and a sweet treat before a torchlight tour of the house and stories about its former inhabitants.
2 miles from 20 Forthlin Road
20 Forthlin Road is the childhood home of Paul McCartney in Liverpool, preserved by the National Trust as the birthplace of the Beatles. Visitors can explore the historic house where early Beatles songs were composed and rehearsed.
Adventure Cinema – Star Wars
4 Sep
Adventure Cinema presents an open-air screening of Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope at Lyme National Trust. The event includes music before the film, food and bar on site, and takes place outdoors in the grounds. Attendees should bring blankets or camping chairs as no seating is provided unless premium tickets are purchased. The event is on the evening of 4th September 2026, runs from gates opening at 18:45 to film starting at 20:15 and ending at 22:30, with a U certificate, and under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
Around the World in 80 Days: The Christmas Mansion
21–22 Nov, 25–29 Nov…
Visitors explore Tatton Park Mansion through festive rooms themed around Phileas Fogg’s journey in Jules Verne’s *Around the World in 80 Days*. Families can follow an interactive passport trail and meet costumed characters along the way.
Creative Writing with Joy Winkler
21 Oct
A creative writing workshop led by former Cheshire Poet Laureate Joy Winkler, using stories and poems about dark warnings and premonitions, and the darker days of the year, as inspiration.
Happy Place Festival with Fearne Cotton
5–6 Sep
Happy Place Festival with Fearne Cotton is a creative space event focused on self-love and happiness featuring inspiring talks, live podcast recordings, yoga, sound healing, creative workshops, and music performances. It takes place outdoors in the parkland at Tatton Park in September 2026.
Harvest Festival at the Farm
26–27 Sep
Harvest Festival at the Farm at Tatton Park offers a chance to celebrate the annual harvest with activities including seeing a steam engine running, making scarecrows, spinning, and crafting corn dollies. Visitors can also bring their pets to be blessed. The event takes place outdoors on the farm with standard admission charges applying to all.
Adult's Smartphone Photography Workshop
17 Oct (next Saturday)
A hands-on smartphone photography workshop led by photographer Jane Burkinshaw. Participants learn about phone camera features, lighting and image composition, with classroom instruction and time outdoors taking photographs around Tatton Park.
Festive Afternoon Tea
30 Nov–4 Dec, 7–11 Dec…
A festive afternoon tea in the Servants’ Hall at Lyme, featuring winter soup, sandwiches, seasonal treats, scones, and unlimited tea and coffee.
Apple Day
4 Oct
Apple Day at Tatton Park is an outdoor event celebrating the apple through garden visits and tasting various apple varieties grown in the Kitchen Garden. It features apple-based treats for sale and runs alongside a Shop and Eat Local weekend with food tastings, demonstrations, and special menus. Entry to the gardens requires a garden entry fee for non-members, and a vehicle parkland entry fee applies to all. The event is suitable for all ages and runs without the need to book in advance.
Old Hall Open Days
18–19 Sep
Old Hall Open Days at Tatton Park offer an opportunity to explore the rooms and experience the history of Tatton's oldest surviving building, originally built by the Stanley family with Tudor heritage. The event runs from 12pm to 4pm, with last entry at 3pm, and requires admission payment with advisable booking.
Wet Felting Workshop: Floral Landscapes
19 Sep
Wet Felting Workshop: Floral Landscapes at Tatton Park is a workshop where participants create a 2D wet felted landscape inspired by the summer gardens of Tatton Park. Guided by Vicky Pulman, attendees learn wet felting techniques using provided wool, silk, and tools to produce a tactile art piece reflecting seasonal garden colors. The event includes entry to Tatton Park and is suitable for ages 16 and above.
Summer of Play at Biddulph Grange Garden
30 Aug–13 Sep
Summer of Play at Biddulph Grange Garden is a series of outdoor activities including sports and games on the tennis lawn and creative play throughout the school summer holidays. The event occurs on select days in late August and September 2026, offering family-friendly outdoor engagement without the need for booking but admission to the garden applies.
Near Biddulph Grange
Biddulph Grange is a National Trust Victorian landscaped garden in Staffordshire, England featuring a variety of themed garden areas including Chinese, Egyptian, and Italian sections. It offers year-round plant interest and is particularly child-friendly with tunnels and a quiz trail.
Runthrough Tatton 5k and 10k
7 Nov
A chip-timed 5K and 10K road race at Tatton Park, with routes starting, running through the park grounds and finishing there. The event supports the Christie Charity.
From Here to There: a tour for children
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
Children can follow a journey through Dunham Massey’s historic house with Speechly the Pineapple, spotting suitcases and collecting stamps in a Pineapple Passport. The indoor trail also includes a Book Nook exploring themes of travel and journeys.
2 miles from Dunham Massey
Dunham Massey Hall is a Grade I listed English country house in Greater Manchester featuring historic formal gardens, a deer park, and a notable collection of Huguenot silver. The venue includes indoor experiences such as house tours and art collections, as well as outdoor experiences in its extensive gardens and deer park. It also commemorates its history as a World War I military hospital with immersive recreations. Visitors can enjoy food on-site and there are facilities and activities suitable for children.
Adventure Cinema – EPiC Elvis Presley in Concert
5 Sep
EPiC Elvis Presley in Concert is a cinematic concert event at Lyme featuring performances from across Elvis Presley's career, shown on a large open-air screen. Attendees can enjoy the film under the stars with picnic options, food and bar on-site, and a soundtrack before the show. The event takes place in the evening with gates opening at 6:45pm and the film starting at 8:15pm.
Quarry Bank kitchen garden walk, talk and taster
26 Sep
Join Gardener Cath for a guided walk and talk exploring the history and produce of Quarry Bank's kitchen garden, including 19th century vegetables grown for the Gregs' dinner table. The event ends with a tasting opportunity where participants can pick fruit and vegetables to take home. The event is outdoors and booking is essential.
3 miles from Bramall Hall
Bramall Hall is a historic Tudor Manor House with origins back to the Middle Ages, featuring unique architectural and artistic details inside, set within 60 acres of picturesque Victorian Romantic parkland with woodland walks, brooks, and lakes. Visitors can enjoy guided tours, facilities including a café, and a family-friendly environment.
Located in Poynton
Poynton is a historic town in Cheshire, England, known for its coal mining heritage, arts and cultural activities, and a walkable town centre with unique shared space road design. It offers a mix of history, nature reserves, and community events.
Yule Yomp
6 Dec
Yule Yomp is a 10K festive trail race at Tatton Park, following a one-lap route over mixed terrain. It attracts both competitive club runners and recreational participants, and festive fancy dress is encouraged.
Mill top floor play space
30 Aug–1 Sep
Mill top floor play space is an indoor play event for children up to 10 years old at Quarry Bank. It features a soft play area, dressing-up wardrobe for character play, stage for performances, puppet show creation, and a giant board game. The event runs from 1 June to 1 September, with craft activities during summer holidays. Booking is not needed but admission to the venue applies.
3 miles from Quarry Bank
Quarry Bank is a historic 18th-century cotton mill estate in Cheshire featuring working industrial machinery, restored gardens, and a complete industrial community including the mill owner's house and workers' village. Visitors can explore indoor exhibits and historic buildings, extensive outdoor gardens and woodland, as well as enjoy family-friendly facilities and dog-friendly outdoor areas.
Don't go into the cellar presents- Confessions of Sweeney Todd
15 Oct (next Thursday)
A one-man performance of the classic penny dreadful tale of Sweeney Todd, featuring an audience with the infamous Demon Barber of Fleet Street. The show is not a musical.
Near Biddulph Grange Garden
Biddulph Grange Garden is a Grade I listed Victorian garden featuring themed garden rooms with exotic plants, sculptures, and a unique geological gallery. Visitors can explore outdoor gardens including the spectacular Chinese garden and the oldest stumpery, plus enjoy indoor exhibits and a tea-room. The garden offers family-friendly woodland play and guided tours.
Christmas Wreath Making with North and Flower
5–6 Dec
Participants make a festive wreath with guidance from floral designer Sarah Hinchliffe, using fresh foliage, berries and decorations. The ticket also includes entry to the park and the decorated Christmas mansion.
October Half-Term - Doors to Hallowtide
17 Oct–1 Nov
Explore an outdoor art installation of ten decorated doorways across the Lyme landscape, with QR codes revealing local folklore, historic customs and ghost stories. The route begins at the historic Chapel and continues through the estate grounds.
Wellbeing Walks
20 Oct, 10 Nov
A volunteer-led wellbeing walk through Lyme’s autumn landscapes, following routes that include views from Cage Hill and woodland trails in Elmerhurst Wood. The walk is around two miles and offers the chance to enjoy nature and look for the estate’s red deer.
'Repton at Tatton and Beyond', Tatton Garden Society Lecture
15 Nov
Tatton Park’s Head Gardener gives a lecture about landscape designer Humphry Repton, his 1791 plan for the Tatton estate and the ideas that still shape its landscape.
Family Smartphone Photography Workshop
29 Oct
Families with young people aged 11 and over learn smartphone photography with a professional photographer. The session combines classroom instruction with photography around the farm and gardens, including a photography bingo game.
Christmas Wreath Making Workshop
4–6 Dec
Participants work with the garden team to design and make a real Christmas wreath using provided materials and decorations. The workshop includes mince pies and a festive hot drink; it is suitable for people aged 16 and over.
Family garden wildlife watch
3 Oct
A led session for families to discover the wildlife in the Apprentice House garden at Quarry Bank, exploring how to encourage wildlife into your own garden. Suitable for children from walking age with accompanying adults free. Booking essential and admission applies.
Baby and toddler festive play session with Father Christmas
10–11 Dec, 17–18 Dec
A Christmas play and activity session for babies and toddlers, featuring an interactive story, festive sing-along and a visit from Father Christmas. Children can receive a gift and have a photo taken with him.
Christmas Party Night - Apres-Ski Celebration
18 Dec
A Christmas party night at Tatton Park with an après-ski theme, live music and food. The evening is for guests aged 18 and over.
sanctum
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
sanctum is a deep-listening experience in Dunham Massey’s chapel, using sound and light on water to create a space for quiet reflection.
Adult's Smartphone Photography Workshop
10 Sep
A hands-on photography workshop at Tatton Park led by professional photographer Jane Burkinshaw. The workshop teaches participants how to maximize their smartphone camera's capabilities, understand lighting, and create more artistic images. It includes classroom sessions and outdoor photography in the park surroundings. Suitable for adults only.
Festive Afternoon Tea
21–22 Nov, 28–29 Nov…
Guests can enjoy a festive afternoon tea with sweet and savoury treats and Christmas flavours in the Gardener's Cottage Tearoom.
Stranger Folk
10 Oct–12 Nov (next week)
Stranger Folk is an outdoor interactive adventure at Speke Hall, played using a free app and inspired by British folklore. Families with children aged 7–12 can explore a story featuring goblins, boggarts and other strange creatures.
3 miles from 251 Menlove Avenue
251 Menlove Avenue, known as Mendips, is the childhood home of John Lennon in Liverpool, preserved by the National Trust and restored to its 1950s state. Visitors can explore the historic house famously associated with the Beatles legend.
Tatton Park Wedding Show with Bouquet & Bells
18 Oct (next Sunday)
A wedding show at Tatton Park where couples can meet wedding suppliers and find exclusive offers and goodies.
Magic Wand Craft
26 Oct, 28 Oct…
Children and families can decorate and take home a magic wand during a drop-in craft session at Cheshire Cottage.
2 miles from Mow Cop Castle
Mow Cop Castle is an 18th-century folly built to resemble medieval ruins, located on the border between Cheshire and Staffordshire. It stands on a historic ridge known for ancient quarrying and offers scenic views. The site is owned by the National Trust and is free to visit.
Online Event: Elizabeth Gaskell V George Eliot – The Moorland Cottage V The Mill on the Floss
18 Nov
Dr Sherry Ashworth and Professor Ruth Livesey compare Elizabeth Gaskell’s *The Moorland Cottage* with George Eliot’s *The Mill on the Floss*, exploring how the novels portray family loyalty and personal desires in rural Victorian society. The online talk will also be recorded for ticket holders.
2 miles from The Triangle, Manchester
Corn Exchange, Manchester is a historic Baroque-style building that originally served as a corn exchange and now functions as a vibrant food court with numerous food outlets in central Manchester. It retains its heritage as a grade II listed building and offers visitors an indoor dining and social experience in a unique architectural setting.
Outdoor Cinema UK Magical Open Air Movie Experiences
27 Oct
An open-air screening of the Halloween film Hocus Pocus, presented as a spooky evening movie experience under the stars.
Summer of Play: Get Active Fridays
4 Sep
Summer of Play: Get Active Fridays is an outdoor games event held every Friday in the garden at Lyme during the summer, where visitors can join in games on the Top Lawn from 11am to 2pm without needing to book. The event is free but normal venue admission charges apply. Dogs on leads are welcome in the garden. An accessible route is available around the garden, though specific accessibility details for the event are not clear.
Concerts in the Chapel at Lyme
7 Oct, 2 Dec
A daytime concert series at Lyme’s historic chapel, featuring themed programmes of classical and contemporary music. The listed concerts include a cello quartet performance themed around Halloween and autumn, and a festive Christmas concert.
Summer of Play: Water Wonders spotter trail
31 Aug
Summer of Play: Water Wonders spotter trail is a self-led outdoor trail at Hare Hill exploring the journey and importance of water. Suitable for families with children ages 3 and above, the event includes activity points around the gardens to learn about water conservation and nature. No booking is required but normal admission fees for Hare Hill apply.
Don't go into the cellar presents- A Christmas Carol.
9 Dec
Jonathan Goodwin performs as Charles Dickens in a one-man rendition of *A Christmas Carol*, the ghost story about hauntings and redemption.
Winnie-the-Pooh Centenary Exhibition
31 Aug–6 Sep
The Winnie-the-Pooh Centenary Exhibition at Tatton Park's Summer Farm celebrates the 100-year legacy of Winnie-the-Pooh. Visitors can explore original books, learn about their creation, and enjoy a family-friendly exhibition with quiet reflection areas and playful discovery for children. There is also an adventure play area outdoors, with animal habitats and a maze to search for Christopher Robin.
Cadw Open Doors 2025 at Erddig
19 Sep
Cadw Open Doors 2025 at Erddig offers free entry to Erddig Hall and Garden on Saturday 19 September 2026 as part of the annual Cadw Open Doors festival in Wales that celebrates built heritage with accessible gardens and outbuildings open to the public without booking.
Near Erddig
Erddig is a historic country house and estate in Wrexham, Wales, featuring a unique collection of servant memorabilia, 18th-century furniture, and extensive formal gardens. Visitors can explore both the house interiors and the landscaped outdoor parklands including remnants of Norman and medieval earthworks. The estate provides a distinctive insight into the life of an 18th-century Welsh country squire and his household, with on-site amenities including a café and activities suitable for children.
Forest Bathing with Amanda from Let's Step In
17 Oct, 21 Nov
A guided forest-bathing experience at Alderley Edge, introducing the mindful Japanese practice of Shinrin-Yoku through a gentle walk and nature-based activities. Participants are guided to slow down, engage their senses and take away practices for continuing their connection with nature.
Heritage Open Day
12 Sep
Heritage Open Day at Hare Hill offers a free opportunity to walk around the gardens, spot birds from the bird hide, or enjoy a picnic in the walled garden. The event is open from 10:30am to 5pm with last entry to the gardens at 4pm and does not require booking.
Summer of Play: Storytime Sessions
2 Sep
Summer of Play: Storytime Sessions is a storytelling event held in the Library at Lyme where attendees can hear tales of Thomas Legh and his adventures, followed by a journey through the House to continue the adventure. It takes place on Wednesday 2 September 2026 from 11:30 to 12:00, and no advance booking is needed. The event is free but normal admission charges to the venue apply.
Candlelight Concerts at Lyme
17 Sep, 30 Oct…
A themed series of candlelit concerts in the historic Chapel at Lyme, featuring classical and contemporary music. The programme includes autumn, Halloween, Regency, Christmas and Valentine’s concerts.
3 miles from Hare Hill
Hare Hill Hall is a Georgian country house in Cheshire with an extensive National Trust garden featuring diverse rhododendrons, a walled garden, sculptures, and scenic walking paths.
Silent Disco Hike
21 Nov
Take part in an evening silent disco hike through Tatton Park’s trails, gardens and meadows, listening to music as you walk.
Outdoor Cinema UK Magical Open Air Movie Experiences
27 Oct
An open-air screening of the classic horror film The Lost Boys, presented as a spooky Halloween movie night.
Festive Lights at Biddulph Grange Garden
5–6 Dec, 11–13 Dec…
A Christmas light display at Biddulph Grange Garden, with illuminated garden features, a Christmas sleigh, games and Father Christmas on selected evenings. Visitors can follow a route through the garden and warm up with a hot drink in the Drawing Room.
Collage demonstration workshops
14 May, 21 May…
Collage demonstration workshops run by Cut Loose Creatives at Dunham Massey offering drop-in sessions to see collage techniques inspired by Mary Delany's paper mosaicks, with optional participation in creating simple collages from recycled materials. Workshops are held on specific Thursday mornings and complement the exhibition The Botanical World of Mary Delany.
Deer Feed Trailer Ride
16 Dec
Join park rangers on a trailer ride to watch the daily feeding of Tatton Park’s deer and see the animals feeding in their natural setting.
Discover houseplants workshop
10 Oct (this Saturday)
This workshop explores the care, history, propagation and arrangement of houseplants and succulents through a talk and demonstrations. Attendees can also pot up a young plant to take home.
Summer of Play: Soft Archery on the Top Lawn
31 Aug
Soft archery sessions are held on the Top Lawn at Lyme as part of the Summer of Play. Attendees can drop in between 11am and 2pm without booking and try their skill at scoring a bullseye. This is a free event but normal venue admission charges apply. The event takes place outdoors on grass, which may be difficult for wheelchair users to navigate, and no explicit information is given on dog access or child focus.
Summer of Play
30–31 Aug
Summer of Play at Speke Hall is a family-friendly event with performance play, hands-on arts and crafts, nature-inspired activities, scavenger hunts, and active games set in the historic outdoor grounds.
3 miles from The Beatles' Childhood Homes
The Beatles' Childhood Homes in Liverpool offer guided tours inside the historic houses where John Lennon and Paul McCartney grew up, providing a unique insight into the early lives of the iconic musicians. Visitors can explore preserved rooms and learn about the Beatles' origins through these intimate tours.
The Botanical World of Mary Delany
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
A photographic exhibition exploring the botanical paper collages of eighteenth-century artist Mary Delany, displayed in the Dunham Massey Orangery.
Cut flower bouquet workshop 2026
4–5 Sep
Cut flower bouquet workshop 2026 at Quarry Bank includes a guided tour of the Walled Garden floral displays with Lisa, Senior Gardener, and a workshop where you can select, cut flowers, and create a mini hand tied bouquet to take home.
Nature walks
7 Sep, 21 Sep
Join the National Trust ranger team for a series of seasonal nature walks through the woodlands at Quarry Bank. These walks explore the species of plants and animals in the Southern Woods and discuss conservation efforts. The event is free, does not require booking, and occurs fortnightly until the end of September 2026.
Online Event: A Victorian Christmas with Lucinda Dickens Hawksley
2 Dec
An online talk by Lucinda Dickens Hawksley explores Victorian Christmas traditions, including the influence of A Christmas Carol, festive customs and how Charles Dickens and Elizabeth Gaskell celebrated. Ticketholders also receive a link to the recording after the event.
Summer of Play: Arts and Crafts Sessions
29–30 Jul, 5–6 Aug…
Summer of Play: Arts and Crafts Sessions is a drop-in creative workshop held in an arts and crafts tipi at Lyme's old garden nursery. It features themed sessions where children can make nature crowns, friendship bracelets, adventure explorer packs, and Regency-themed crafts. Attending requires venue admission. No booking is needed, and children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Trail at Speke Hall
31 Aug
The Pokémon TCG Mega Evolution Trail at Speke Hall is an outdoor family-friendly trail event where participants can search the gardens for Mega Evolution Pokémon, learn about their powers, and complete challenges. Trail sheets are available on the day, and normal venue admission applies.
Christmas wreath making at Biddulph Grange Garden
1–3 Dec
A festive workshop led by the Biddulph Grange gardening team, where attendees make a Christmas wreath using foliage from the garden. Lunch and a hot drink are included.
The Great Pumpkin Parade Trail
17 Oct–1 Nov
Follow a map around the garden to find eight pumpkins and complete spooky challenges with the Halloween Friends before the Great Pumpkin Parade.
Summer Country Fayre at the Farm
31 Aug
Summer Country Fayre at the Farm is a weekend event at Tatton Park featuring traditional English crafts, food, drink, and daily activities such as circus skills, archery, races, tug of war, spinning and sheep dog demonstrations, and falconry displays. Families can enjoy farmyard animals, sheep racing, a maize maze, and an adventure play area. The event has normal parkland and farm entry fees; booking farm tickets online offers a discount.
Christmas at Dunham Massey
20 Nov 2026–2 Jan 2027
An after-dark Christmas trail at Dunham Massey featuring illuminated light and sound installations, including new displays and returning favourites.
Summer of Play: Tudor day of Play
31 Aug
Summer of Play: Tudor day of Play is a self-led family trail event where visitors can move, play, and explore Tudor games and playful pastimes from 500 years ago outdoors at Little Moreton Hall. No booking is needed to participate, but normal admission charges to the venue apply.
Near Rode Hall Gardens
Rode Hall & Gardens offers a historic landscape designed by Humphry Repton featuring formal gardens, woodland walks, a rock garden, and unique plant collections including snowdrops and bluebells, alongside a kitchen garden supplying produce to onsite tearooms and markets.
Celebrate USA 250 at Knowsley Hall with ‘Dinners of Diplomacy: Dialogue Not Division’
29–30 Oct
Dinners of Diplomacy: Dialogue, Not Division explores the events leading to American Independence and the legacy of Yorktown, hosted by the Countess of Derby.
Near Knowsley Hall
Knowsley Hall is a historic aristocratic mansion set within a vast private estate in Merseyside, offering guided tours on limited open days, exclusive use stays, and hosting events in a grand setting with distinguished interiors and a fine art collection.
Outdoor Cinema
31 Aug
Outdoor Cinema at Tatton Park offers an immersive movie watching experience featuring films like Mamma Mia, Beauty and the Beast, and Tangled. The event is on 31 August 2026, from 15:00 to 19:00, with booking essential and tickets priced for adults and children.
'From Venice to Cheshire: The Grand Tour Story behind Tatton's Library'
23 Sep
'From Venice to Cheshire: The Grand Tour Story behind Tatton's Library' is a talk by PhD researcher Rachel Daley exploring the stories and European influences behind Tatton Park's eighteenth-century book collection, focusing on the Grand Tour and the ambitions of Samuel Hill and Samuel Egerton.
Musical Monday
31 Aug
Musical Monday is an outdoor live music event held on the formal lawn at Dunham Massey. Medieval Jukebox performs harp and dulcimer music at 12pm, 1pm, and 2pm on August Bank Holiday Monday. Each performance lasts approximately 30 minutes and is suitable for all ages. The event is a calm and uplifting musical moment during your visit, set against the backdrop of the Georgian house and seasonal blooms.
Online Talk: The Shadows of Salem – Myth V Reality in Lois the Witch and Other Tales
14 Oct (next Wednesday)
Author Livi Michael gives an online talk exploring how Elizabeth Gaskell used the Salem witch trials in her novella *Lois the Witch*, and how historical fact and Victorian fiction intersect in stories about witches.
2 miles from Manchester Arndale
Manchester Arndale is a major indoor shopping centre in Manchester, England, featuring over 210 shops, a large food court, and connections to major department stores. It is known as one of Europe's largest city-centre malls with extensive retail space and has undergone significant redevelopment since a major bombing in 1996. The centre attracts millions of visitors annually and offers a comprehensive urban shopping experience.
Japanese Painting Workshop with Ula Fung
7 Oct
A beginner-friendly Japanese painting workshop led by artist Ula Fung. Participants will learn traditional techniques and use materials including sumi ink, Japanese colours and gold leaf to create a seasonal painting.
Superstitious Speke: The Hidden Folk Symbols of the Hall
20 Oct, 27 Oct
A guided behind-the-scenes tour with Speke Hall’s House and Collections team explores apotropaic marks carved into the Hall’s timber frame and their history as protective symbols.
Heritage Open Day - Free Entry
12 Sep
Heritage Open Day at Lyme offers the public an opportunity to explore a historic house with six centuries of history, its formal gardens, and the 1,400 acre estate featuring wildlife and family activities, including a Regency Dressing Room and scenes from the BBC's Pride and Prejudice filming.
Calan Gaeaf
17 Oct–1 Nov
Follow family-friendly trails through Erddig’s historic house and garden to discover Welsh folklore and seasonal traditions. Seasonal crafts and marshmallow toasting are also offered during the event.
2 miles from Island Green
Island Green in Wrexham, Wales is a retail park located on the site of the former Island Green Brewery. The park includes shops, restaurants, and Wrexham Central railway station, repurposing historic Grade II listed brewery buildings and providing extensive parking and visitor amenities.
Japanese Painting Workshop with Ula Fung
24 Oct
A beginner-friendly Japanese painting workshop led by artist Ula Fung, exploring traditional and contemporary techniques and materials. Participants will create a seasonal painting, with all equipment and materials provided.
Run Tatton Half Marathon
8 Nov
A chip-timed half marathon starting and finishing in Tatton Park, with a course that runs through the park and along neighbouring closed roads.
Stranger Folk at Quarry Bank
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
Visitors can use the Stranger Folk app to take part in an outdoor interactive adventure inspired by British folklore, featuring goblins and other creatures. The app is designed for children aged 7–12.
Santa Paws at the Farm
18 Dec
Santa Paws at the Farm is a Christmas event for dogs and their owners, with a chance to meet Santa, take festive photos, collect a dog treat and try seasonal agility activities.
Runthrough Tatton 5k and 10k
12 Sep
A fast, undulating, road-closed 5K and 10K race at Tatton Park in Cheshire offering an opportunity to set a personal best in support of the Christie Charity. The races are accurately measured and chip timed, suitable for ages 16 and above. Booking is essential.
Nature Packs
7–11 Oct, 14–18 Oct…
Visitors can borrow a Nature Pack and use it to explore wildlife and the garden, including looking for creepy crawlies, listening to woodland birds and making a den. The packs are aimed particularly at children aged three and over, though adults can join in too.
Japanese Painting Workshop with Ula Fung
12 Sep
A beginner friendly Japanese painting workshop at Tatton Park led by local artist Ula Fung. Participants will learn traditional techniques and materials such as bamboo brushes, sumi ink, traditional Japanese colours, and gold leaf to paint seasonal subjects inspired by Japanese art movements like Ukiyo-e and the Rinpa School. All materials are provided and the workshop is suitable for beginners and those with some artistic experience. The workshop takes place on the first floor of a historic barn with no lift access, and is for attendees over 16 years old.
Pumpkin Patch at the Farm
10–11 Oct (this weekend)
Visitors can meet the farmyard animals at Tatton Park Farm and pick pumpkins from the field, with pumpkins available in a range of colours and sizes.
Operation Elf: Save Christmas - festive play space
2–6 Dec, 9–13 Dec…
A festive indoor play space for children and their grown-ups, featuring Christmas-themed activities such as stacking presents, snowball games and making an elf CV. It also includes soft play, games, crafts, a puppet show and a costume stage.
Skellies and Wellies in the Gardens
24–25 Oct, 27 Oct–1 Nov
Visitors can follow a Halloween scavenger hunt through Tatton Park’s gardens, finding ten themed skeleton displays and using a free activity sheet. The trail includes photo opportunities and pun-based jokes.
Arm Knitting Blanket Workshop
30 Oct
Participants learn arm knitting and make a pure merino wool blanket, choosing a colour from the options provided before the workshop. The workshop is suitable for beginners.
Heritage Open Days weekend
19–20 Sep
Heritage Open Days weekend at Quarry Bank in 2026 is a free event exploring the daily working life of those who lived and worked at the cotton mill. Visitors can tour the mill and Apprentice House, explore the gardens, and join drop-in activities in the Learning Space to learn about the lives of mill workers, dress up, sign indentures, and try out jobs from the era.
3 miles from Alderley Edge
Alderley Edge is a village in Cheshire known for its striking sandstone escarpment called The Edge, offering extensive outdoor walking, scenic views, and historic copper mining sites. Owned by the National Trust, it is popular for nature lovers, families, and visitors interested in both natural beauty and local history.
Design Detective
7–11 Oct, 14–18 Oct…
Visitors can use a free spotter guide to explore the wall paintings and protective marks at Little Moreton Hall, learning about Tudor interior design and how conservators care for historic paintings.
Near Rode Hall & Gardens
Rode Hall & Gardens is an early 18th-century country house with a notable collection of porcelain and extensive gardens set in a historic Repton landscape. Visitors can explore the house interiors, beautiful woodlands, formal gardens, and a large walled kitchen garden that supplies produce for a farmers' market and tearooms.
A Quiet Visit with Father Christmas A neurodivergent-friendly Christmas experience
11 Dec, 16 Dec
A relaxed, neurodivergent-friendly Christmas session at Quarry Bank where attendees can take part in festive activities, meet Father Christmas and receive a gift if they have a ticket. Sessions are designed for people of any age with additional needs.
Christmas Party Night - Apres-Ski Celebration
12 Dec
A Christmas party night at Tatton Park with an après-ski theme, live music and food. The event is intended for adults aged 18 and over.
Apprentice House Spooky Tours
24 Oct–1 Nov
Visitors follow a ghoul guide on a spooky tour of the Apprentice House, hearing stories about its ghosts and encountering surprises along the way.
Botanical Pen and Watercolour Workshop
22 Oct
A full-day botanical art workshop led by Kate Dawes, covering pen drawing and dry-watercolour techniques. Participants will sketch flowers and foliage and create one or two A4 artworks to take home.
Jekyll and Hyde
17 Oct (next Saturday)
A performance of Robert Louis Stevenson’s Jekyll and Hyde, presented by Don’t Go Into the Cellar. Attendees can have tea or coffee and a sweet treat before watching the show in Speke Hall’s Great Hall.
Seasonal Floral Workshop: Autumn Colours
19 Sep
Seasonal Floral Workshop: Autumn Colours is a workshop led by local floral designer Sarah Hinchliffe teaching creative floristry techniques using local seasonal flowers including dahlias from Cheshire Flower Farms. The session offers hands-on tuition with guidance on design principles and environmentally friendly floristry techniques, suitable for beginners with all materials provided. The workshop takes place at Tatton Park and includes parkland and garden entry with the ticket. It is held on the first floor of a historic barn with no lift access and is suitable for children over 12 years old.
Dunham Massey House
9 Mar–1 Nov (another 23 days)
Visitors can explore Dunham Massey House, including its library, study, bedrooms and servants’ quarters, and discover the collection and the lives of people who lived and worked there.
Free Bookable Guided Walks at Alderley Edge
6 Sep, 20 Sep…
Free bookable guided walks at Alderley Edge inviting participants to explore the countryside with an experienced guide to learn about its history and legends. The walks cover different routes, are medium challenge level, last around two hours, and welcome well-behaved dogs on leads. Booking is essential, and the walks start at 2pm from the National Trust car park information board. The terrain is outdoor with uneven, muddy paths, steep slopes and steps, and is unsuitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs. Children are very welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.
Habitat Awareness: Identification, Ecology, and Management
12 Sep
This 1-day beginner course at Quarry Bank introduces participants to UK habitats, teaching identification, ecology, surveying methods, and management principles to enhance biodiversity. It includes practical learning on key habitat types, species indicators, legislation, and surveying techniques.
The Haunting By Moonlight – Murder Mystery at Knowsley Hall
10–11 Oct (this weekend)
An immersive Halloween murder mystery at Knowsley Hall, where guests investigate a fictional haunting and murder over drinks and a three-course dinner. The offering also includes an overnight stay and breakfast.
2 miles from Knowsley Safari Park
Knowsley Safari in Merseyside is a large safari park where visitors can drive through animal habitats including lions, giraffes, elephants, and tigers, plus explore walking trails and enjoy attractions like a railway tour and amusement rides.
Northern Chamber Orchestra Christmas Concert
4 Dec
The Northern Chamber Orchestra performs Christmas carols and seasonal favourites in Tatton Park’s Tenants’ Hall. The evening performance also includes a tour of the festively decorated Christmas Mansion.
Shop and Eat Local Weekend
3–4 Oct
Shop and Eat Local Weekend at Tatton Park celebrates the best of local produce with talks and tastings at the Farm and a special menu in The Stables Restaurant, along with products available for purchase at the Housekeeper's Store.
Don't go into the cellar presents- Ghost Stories of M.R James
26 Oct
An evening of M.R. James ghost stories performed by Jonathan Goodwin, with the audience choosing which tales are told.
Macclesfield Brass Band
19 Sep
Macclesfield Brass Band will perform a selection of music outdoors in the Walled Garden at Hare Hill on Saturday 19 September 2026 from 2pm to 4pm. The event is free to attend though normal admission charges to the venue apply. Booking is not required and children are welcome. The location is accessible by a level path and a tramper is available to borrow.
Christmas Party Night - Apres-Ski Celebration
19 Dec
A Christmas party night with an après-ski theme, featuring live music and food for friends and colleagues. Attendees can celebrate in a festive alpine-inspired setting.
2 miles from Nether Alderley Mill
Nether Alderley Mill is a historic 16th-century watermill in Cheshire featuring a rare triple overshot waterwheel system with two wheels still operational, restored and maintained by the National Trust. Visitors can explore both the mill's indoor machinery and the surrounding outdoor mill pond and grounds.
The Hardmans’ Liverpool A Legacy in Light: From Street to Studio
31 Aug–5 Sep, 7–12 Sep…
The Hardmans’ Liverpool A Legacy in Light: From Street to Studio is a free photographic exhibition at Liverpool Central Library showcasing Liverpool through the nineteenth-century photographers Edward Chambré and Margaret Hardman's eyes, from evocative pre-war streets to nostalgic studio portraiture. The exhibition compares their vision with city life experiences today and does not require booking to attend. Normal venue admission charges apply.
The Hound of the Baskervilles
28 Nov
Jonathan Goodwin performs a one-man stage adaptation of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s Gothic thriller The Hound of the Baskervilles. The event includes tea or coffee and a sweet treat before the performance in Speke Hall’s Great Hall.
3 miles from St John's Shopping Centre, Liverpool
St Johns Shopping Centre is a large covered shopping centre in Liverpool with over 100 retailers, a variety of food outlets, a historic market, and an adjoining observation tower. It offers a modern shopping experience in the heart of the city, with accessibility to public transit and a recent refurbishment of its food court and market areas.
Autumn Gift Fair
24–25 Oct
The Autumn Gift Fair is a shopping fair in the Mansion’s Tenants Hall, where local suppliers sell gifts, crafts, jewellery, candles and gin.
Quarry Bank Scarecrow Festival
7 Oct–1 Nov (another 23 days)
Quarry Bank Scarecrow Festival features an outdoor scarecrow trail and seasonal activities, alongside indoor crafts, storytelling, an autumn-themed play area, a tour of the Apprentice House and an interactive game inspired by British folklore.
Wandering Wolves
7–11 Oct, 14–18 Oct…
A free spotter activity at Little Moreton Hall invites visitors to look for the wolf on the Moreton family crest and find wolves hidden around the hall and courtyard.
Meet and Greet with Father Christmas
5–6 Dec, 12–13 Dec…
Families can have a private visit with Father Christmas at Quarry Bank House, share a wish list and take a festive family photo. Each child attending receives a gift.
The Trees of Lyme Park and Their Fungal Associates
12 Oct–7 Nov (next week)
Explore an exhibition about five tree species at Lyme Park and their fungal associates, then follow a self-guided trail around the Top Lawn. On 17, 24 and 31 October, the exhibition curator will be available to answer questions and discuss the research.
3 miles from Alderley Edge and Cheshire Countryside
Alderley Edge offers an outdoor experience with dramatic scenery including a red sandstone escarpment, scenic countryside walks, and historical sites such as a Bronze Age burial mound. Visitors can explore wildlife-rich woodlands and enjoy a locally-run tea room on site. The venue is dog friendly and offers activities suitable for children.
Canaletto: Pen and Watercolour Workshop with Ula Fung
3 Oct
A pen and watercolour workshop with local artist Ula Fung at Tatton Park, focusing on the painting methods of Canaletto. Participants will learn drawing and watercolour techniques through studying Canaletto's compositions and create their own works during the session.
Heritage Open Days
15 Sep, 19 Sep
Heritage Open Days at Dunham Massey is a free event open on Tuesday 15 and Saturday 19 September 2026, celebrating the UK's diverse cultures, crafts, and communities. Visitors can explore the historic house, gardens, deer park, and the mill while enjoying the beautiful surroundings. No booking is needed for this family-suitable event.
Collage Creations
26–30 Oct
A family collage-making activity where attendees can learn simple techniques and use paper and scissors to create a postcard artwork to take home.
Charlotte Brontë & Elizabeth Gaskell Twilight Tour
29 Oct
A twilight tour of Elizabeth Gaskell’s House explores the friendship between Charlotte Brontë and Elizabeth Gaskell, and the controversies and personal relationships that shaped their lives and writing. An expert guide leads visitors through the restored Victorian rooms and introduces rare books and objects.
Heritage Open Day: Underneath Castlefield Viaduct Heritage Walk
11–13 Sep, 18–20 Sep
Heritage Open Day: Underneath Castlefield Viaduct Heritage Walk is a guided walk event where attendees can learn about the history and nature under and around Castlefield Viaduct. The walk is gentle and suitable for all ages, taking place outdoors on pathways and pavements.
Secrets of the Mill - a seasonal tour
15 Oct, 22 Oct
A volunteer-led seasonal tour of Dunham Massey’s historic working mill explores its history, witches’ marks and the folklore and traditions associated with the building.
Near Stretford Mall
Stretford is a market town in Greater Manchester, England, known for its historical significance, industrial development, and as the home of Manchester United Football Club and Lancashire County Cricket Club. It features notable landmarks such as the Longford Cinema, Great Stone, and Trafford Town Hall, with a variety of cultural, sporting, and historical attractions.
Located in Stretford
Stretford is a historic market town in Greater Manchester known for its rich industrial heritage, cultural landmarks, and as the home of Manchester United Football Club. It offers a walkable town centre accessible by train and local transport, with notable sport venues, parks, and a range of cultural experiences.
The World at Christmas
27 Nov–24 Dec
An immersive Christmas experience at Lyme, with decorated rooms exploring festive traditions and ways of celebrating around the world. Visitors can wander through the house and discover how communities celebrate together.
Online Talk: Victorian Gothic – Haunted Houses and Night-time Terrors
28 Oct
An online talk with Dr Emma Liggins exploring Victorian Gothic fiction, including stories of haunted houses, curses, ghosts and psychological terror by British and American writers.
2 miles from Castlefield Viaduct
Castlefield Viaduct is a historic 330-meter-long former railway viaduct in Manchester, now transformed into an elevated sky park open to the public, offering a unique urban green space and heritage experience.
Adventure Cinema – Pride and Prejudice (2005)
6 Sep
This summer outdoor cinema event at National Trust Lyme features a screening of the film Pride and Prejudice (2005), set at the location used for Pemberley in the TV series. Attendees can bring a picnic, blanket, or camping chair to enjoy the film and pre-movie music. Tickets must be booked in advance.
Escape into autumn spotter trail
24–25 Oct, 28 Oct–1 Nov
Explore Hare Hill’s gardens on a spotter trail, looking for autumn colours and discovering what wildlife does during the season. Hint boards around the gardens help guide the trail.
Tai Chi at Hare Hill
2 Sep, 9 Sep…
Join Tai Chi classes led by Xianglin every Wednesday from 3 June 2026, 2pm to 3pm, held in the Walled Garden at Hare Hill. The classes cost £8 per person, payable in cash on the day directly to the instructor. Normal admission charges to Hare Hill apply. Booking is not required for this event.
Escape into autumn spotter trail
24 Oct–1 Nov
Explore autumn colours and discover what wildlife does during the season on a spotter trail around Little Moreton Hall’s gardens and outdoor spaces. Hint boards guide visitors along the trail.
Enchanted Winter Walk at Quarry Bank
4–5 Dec, 11–12 Dec…
Visitors can take an outdoor twilight walk through Quarry Bank’s illuminated Upper Garden, with a visit from Mrs Claus and a warming drink. Children receive reindeer food on most dates, or a New Year’s treat from 28 to 31 December.
Located in Wilmslow
Wilmslow is a historic market town in Cheshire known for its quaint town centre, rich cultural heritage, access to railway services, local festivals, and a variety of shopping and dining experiences including luxury car showrooms.
Christmas calligraphy workshop at Erddig
1 Dec
A 2.5-hour modern calligraphy workshop led by Mellor & Rose, covering dip-pen techniques and letter formation. Participants will create Christmas cards, gift tags and seasonal artwork to take home.
2 miles from Wrexham
Wrexham is a historic city in north-east Wales known for its medieval city centre, the remarkable St Giles Church, and its vibrant cultural scene. Visitors can explore both indoor attractions like museums, markets, and arts centres, as well as outdoor locations including parks and the National Trust property of Erddig Hall.
Explore Quarry Bank with HistoryScapes
7 Oct–1 Nov, 4–8 Nov…
Explore Quarry Bank using the HistoryScapes app, which brings the history of the historic landscape to life through an outdoor trail. The pilot project aims to help visitors discover more about the site’s history.
Runthrough Tatton 5k and 10k
12 Dec
A chip-timed 5K and 10K road race around the roads within Tatton Park, held in support of the Christie Charity.
Runthrough Tatton 5k and 10k
10 Oct (this Saturday)
A chip-timed 5K and 10K road race around the roads within Tatton Park, held in support of the Christie Charity. Participants can choose either distance.
A Trail of Tails: Christmas in the House
20 Nov–24 Dec
Families can follow a Christmas-themed trail through the house, searching for clues, footprints and missing gifts, and collect embossed stamps along the route.
Enchanted winter walk quiet sessions at Quarry Bank
12 Dec, 29 Dec
Visitors can take an illuminated winter walk through Quarry Bank’s Upper Garden, with time to meet Mrs Claus and a warming drink. The quieter sessions have reduced lighting, no music and fewer ticket holders.
Online Event: Elizabeth Gaskell V Anne Brontë – Monsters and Madmen
21 Oct
An online talk exploring how Elizabeth Gaskell and Anne Brontë used Gothic fiction to examine abusive men and women’s lives in Victorian society. Speakers discuss works including Gaskell’s “The Grey Woman” and Brontë’s “The Tenant of Wildfell Hall.”
Creative Writing with Joy Winkler
23 Sep
Creative Writing with Joy Winkler is a creative writing workshop led by former Cheshire Poet Laureate Joy Winkler. Participants will engage in developing observational skills to describe landscapes, embracing sensory details to immerse the reader in the depiction of place. The workshop includes park and garden entry and is suitable for ages 12 and over.
Pokémon joins Lyme's Summer of Play
18 Jul–6 Sep
Pokémon joins Lyme's Summer of Play is a children's outdoor event taking place at Lyme from 18 July to 6 September 2026. It features Pokémon Trading Card Game mini challenges, Mega Evolution sticker collecting, and play hubs across the site. The event is part of the National Trust's Summer of Play and is suitable for all ages. Attending the event requires normal venue admission charges. There is no need to book in advance. The event runs daily from 10:30 to 17:00 during specified dates in late August and early September.
Christies Walk of Hope
19 Sep
Christies Walk of Hope is a 10k charity walk event taking place on Saturday 19 September 2026 at Tatton Park. The walk supports cancer awareness and hope, and requires booking in advance. It is not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs due to uneven terrain. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, and under 5s may need to be carried at some parts of the route.
Regency Afternoon Tea
21–22 Sep, 24–25 Sep
Regency Afternoon Tea at Lyme offers a Regency style afternoon tea experience in the Servants' Hall featuring a welcome drink, soup, sandwiches, sweet treats, scones, and unlimited tea and coffee. Guests can optionally dress in Regency outfits from the Regency Dressing Room for a special experience. Booking is essential and admission charges apply.
Father Christmas at the Farm
21–22 Nov, 28–29 Nov…
A festive family visit to the farm featuring a nativity scene, live music, festive entertainers and a meeting with Santa in his grotto. Children can make reindeer food with the elves and take a selfie on Santa’s sleigh.
UK Bungee Club - 300ft Jump
3–4 Oct
UK Bungee Club offers a 300ft bungee jump event at Tatton Park, taking place over the picturesque mere. It is the highest regular jump in the UK, set among 1,000 acres of deer park and scenic views, giving participants the experience of a giant leap from a 300ft platform on selective dates.