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Family-friendly things to do at Tatton Park

Small group of children holding hands in Ormesby Hall's gardens
Discover the parkland on a nature trail | © Annapurna Mellor

Follow a nature trail in the parkland and learn about the creatures that thrive in this habitat. Explore the gardens or head to the farm to see the new arrivals, visit the wooodland play area and get hands on with the interactive exhibits in the mill.

Children visiting the gardens in summer at Tatton Park, Cheshire.
Coming soon: Three Cheers for Pooh! garden trail at Tatton Park, Cheshire | © Tatton Park

Coming soon...

Celebrate 100 years of Winnie-the-Pooh with Tatton Park this Summer

18 July - 6 September 2026

Families looking for magical days out in Cheshire can discover the timeless world of Winnie‑the‑Pooh with a brand‑new summer experience inspired by A.A. Milne and E.H. Shepard. From Saturday 18 July to Sunday 6 September 2026, Tatton Park’s farm will host a delightful centenary exhibition and immersive garden story trail, created in collaboration with HarperCollins Publishers, celebrating 100 years of Pooh and his friends. Perfect for young children, grandparents, and everyone in between, this enchanting summer activity combines outdoor adventure, storytelling, and unforgettable family fun.

Planning your family visit

  • Toilet facilities and baby changing you’ll find in the Stableyard (please note there are no toilets in the gardens).
  • There are garden mobility scooters available to hire from the garden entrance on the day of your visit (not available to pre-book and for use in the gardens only).
  • The adventure play area is located a short walk from the main car park, where there are some picnic benches. There is also a woodland adventure area at the Farm.
  • The Stables Restaurant is baby friendly, with highchairs and children’s lunchboxes on offer.
  • Please note that Tatton Park is a National Trust estate, managed and financed by Cheshire East Council. Parkland charges apply for everyone, including National Trust members. More details at tattonpark.org.uk.

Family time together

The best value way to enjoy your summer days out

Save on your summer days out with our best value Park and Play Pass! From 18 July - 6 September 2026, for just £20, you can enjoy daily parkland vehicle entry and car parking on all visits

There’s plenty of ways to spend time together with the family. Here’s some activities to enjoy with your little explorers:

Play in nature

Enjoy the great outdoors and find your perfect picnic spot ! If you're a wildlife lover – why not pack your binoculars and head to the Allen Bird Hide to see what wildlife you can spot across Tatton’s Mere? Perfect for little ones, take a short, circular woodland walk in Dairy Wood Way or head to the Adventure Play area – right next to the car park. 

 

Visit the farm

Say hello to your favourite farmyard friends! Children will love exploring the outdoor play area. Little ones can head indoors to the play barn for a mini tractor ride and meet Aunty Mary and the Miller who have tales to tell (weekends only).

A garden for all seasons

There’s 50 acres of gardens for little ones to burn off some energy. The Japanese Garden looks stunning in winter, and from the Italian Garden you can take in the vistas over the parkland with the Peak District in the distance. Warm up in the Fernery and Conservatory and admire our tree ferns and our new display of orchids and bromeliads – it’s an inviting space all year round. And if the sun is shining, there’s plenty of garden spots to enjoy a picnic with a spectacular view or head to the many picnic benches in the Stableyard and Play area.

Treat yourself

Browse in the pre-loved bookshop, full of great reads for all ages, before heading to the Stables for a full works hot chocolate. The Housekeeper’s Store is stocked full of local and artisan food, with a selection of delicious sweet treats. The Gift Shop and Garden Shop offer a choice of souvenirs of your visit to take home with you.

Golden Brook in spring at Tatton Park, Cheshire

Discover more about Tatton Park

Tatton Park is cared for by Cheshire East Council on behalf of the National Trust. Find out more about Tatton Park.

Plan your visit

Exploring the garden at Tatton Park 

See how the garden has evolved with each owner and their chosen landscape architect. View the Japanese Garden from its perimeter and walk through the Fernery and Kitchen Garden.

Pink flowers next to a path in the Kitchen Garden at Tatton Park, Cheshire.

Things to do on Tatton Park's farm 

Learn about 1930s farming practices and techniques, meet traditional and endangered species of farm animals and learn where our food comes from in a unique interactive exhibition.

Visitor at the Farm, Tatton Park, Cheshire

Exploring the estate at Tatton Park 

With 1,000 acres of parkland, there’s plenty to do on the Tatton Park estate. See the variety of wildlife or practise a range of outdoor activities.

Walker on the Field to Fork Trail, Heading to Board 3, Tatton Park, Cheshire

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