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Family-friendly things to do at Little Moreton Hall

Family exploring the courtyard of the house at Little Moreton Hall, Cheshire
Family exploring the courtyard of the house at Little Moreton Hall, Cheshire | © National Trust/Annapurna Mellor

Come out and play at Little Moreton Hall. With self-led fun family trails and exhibitions around the Hall, there's plenty of things to discover to keep the whole family entertained and help you create great memories together.

Deck the Hall - every Friday - Sunday, from 5 to 21 December

Join us this Christmas at Little Moreton Hall for the last year of 'Deck the Hall', and take a step back into the past and celebrate traditions old and new. Booking not needed. Free event, normal admission charges apply, National Trust members go free when presenting their cards.

Roaming Robins - every Friday - Sunday, from 5 to 21 December

On your festive wander to look around the 'Deck the Hall' Christmas event, see how many roaming robins you can spot inside and outside of the Hall. The robins come in all shapes and sizes and have found very good and mischievious hiding places. Free spotter activity, fun and enthusiasm required.

Planning your family visit

  • Baby-changing facilities near the Welcome Building
  • Front-carrying baby sling and hip-carrying infant seats for loan from the Welcome Building
  • Please leave pushchairs and prams tucked away under the tunnel as you cross the moat. They cannot be taken into the Hall or the Tea Rooms.

Family-friendly things to do in the house

How the hall was made

The exhibition around the hall tells you how it was built as you wander around. Great for when children are learning about Tudor times at school.

What to look out for

Look out for the wibbly-wobbly floors, the Tudor toilets, spiral staircases, protection marks around the Hall and of course our feathered friends out on the moat. Our ducks go above and beyond to make our visitors feel welcome, you might even find them sat on your feet!

What's On

Head to our What's On page of the website for all the latest activities and things to do when visiting Little Moreton Hall with the family.

Child in the garden at Kedleston Hall, Derbyshire in autumn
Child enjoying autumnal nature | © National Trust Images/Chris Lacey

Pre-loved books

Find a fantastic new adventure to take home and read in the children's book area of the Pre-loved Bookshop near the Welcome Building.

Family-friendly things to do in the garden

Explore the delightful gardens with your family and keep your eyes peeled for a variety of feathered friends, from graceful ducks gliding on the serene waters to cheerful moorhens darting about.

Fuel up

The Tea Rooms are open from 10.30am and serve up tempting treats for all the family, including childrens' lunch boxes. Picnic benches can be found on the front lawn of the Hall and on the meadow, for those bringing their own treats...the ducks will more than likely join you.

A family having a picnic on the lawn at Little Moreton Hall, Cheshire

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While modern life rushes by outside, Little Moreton Hall, encircled by a moat, survives as a Tudor fantasy, transporting you back to another time. *Hall now closed and re-opens for three December weekends for the Christmas Event 'Deck the Hall.' Please explore the website for more details.*

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The cosy Tea Rooms at Little Moreton Hall offer delicious meals and seasonal treats all year round. The Tea Rooms will be open Friday - Sunday from the 5 December until Sunday 21 December, from 10.30am. The team can't wait to give you a warm and festive welcome.

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