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Family-friendly things to do at Hare Hill

Little girl looking through binoculars in the Walled Garden at Hare Hill
Children can explore and learn in the Walled Garden at Hare Hill | © National Trust Images/AnnaPurna Mellor

Come out and play at Hare Hill where there are lots of activities to keep the whole family entertained and help you create great memories together. Bird watching, den building or enjoying a picnic in the Walled Garden, pick your favourite and make it happen at Hare Hill.

Wild Senses - May half term

Take a wander on the wild side this May half term with a self-led spotter activity through the secret gardens at Hare Hill.

Discover how wildlife that lives in the gardens, use their senses to thrive and survive. Will you move in stealth mode like a hunting owl or like a bee will you be able to recognise different flowers just by touch? Look out for our handy hint boards with different sensory activities to find and help you get in touch with your wilder side.

Nature Packs - Feb to Oct (during term time only)

Families are welcome to borrow one of our free Nature Packs from our friendly team at the Welcome Building . These packs are a great way to help you explore the gardens and parklands and get closer to nature. Please look after the packs with love and care and remember to bring them back so that other families can use them and have fun discovering nature together at Hare Hill.

The Nature Packs have a well deserved rest and replenish during the school holidays, when other trails and self-led activities are available. 

Planning your family visit

Here's the information you need at a glance to make the most of your family day out at Hare Hill:

  • Toilets with a baby-changing facility are located in the garden
  • There are steps in the garden but a step free route is available with level paths throughout that is suitable for buggies.

 

 

For all the latest events and activities, please head to our What's On page. 

 

 

 

Two women and a child walk in the walled garden at Hare Hill in Cheshire
Visitors in the walled garden at Hare Hill | © National Trust Images/Paul Harris

Family-friendly things to do in the garden

 

Let little legs loose in the Walled Garden

Tried and tested by many adults with crawlers and toddlers, the Walled Garden offers a safe (and gated) place for little ones to roam freely and explore nature at their own pace. A moment for the adults to take a short breather, knowing they can keep a watchful eye on those little escape artists! 

Run wild in the natural play area 

The outdoor play area is an ideal spot for children of all ages to explore and enjoy. Build, climb, balance; the only limit is your imagination. 

Spot wildlife in the wooded garden 

Explore the wooded garden and look out for birds in the bird hide nestled in a hidden corner. Cross the bridges and spot wildlife on the ponds. 

Explore the historic parkland 

If you’re the adventurous type, follow the permissive path and explore the tenant farmland. Breathe in the fresh air and admire the beautiful Cheshire countryside surrounding this special place.

 

What do you need to know when visiting the garden?

 

  • Please don't bring footballs, scooters or bikes into the garden
  • Assistance Dogs only in the gardens. Dogs on leads are welcome along the permissive path to Alderley Edge. The access gate to the permissive path from Hare Hill is open Wednesday - Sunday 10.30am - 5pm, during our open season. 
  • Cows and sheep graze the farmland close to the permissive path. Dogs must be on short leads at all times through this area. 
Two women are standing on a wooden bridge surrounded by tall trees in the garden at Hare Hill, Cheshire. One woman is holding a baby, while the other is pushing a pushchair.

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