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Tatton Park is cared for by Cheshire East Council on behalf of the National Trust. Find out more about Tatton Park.
Family-friendly things to do at Tatton Park
See all your favourite animals at the farm, visit the woodland play area, discover secret hideaways in the gardens or explore the parkland on a nature trail.
October Half Term
Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween experience at Tatton Park! Our annual events are back with a bang, offering a range of eerie activities and terrifying treats for visitors of all ages. From Skellies and Wellies to pumpkin picking, there's something for everyone to enjoy. So join us for a hair-raising Halloween celebration like no other, and discover the thrills and chills of Tatton Park's hauntingly beautiful grounds.
Skellies and Wellies in the Gardens
24 October - 1 November (closed Monday)
Step into 50 acres of autumnal gardens where 9 hilarious and haunting skeleton displays are waiting to surprise and delight. Each skeleton scene will tickle your funny bone. Can you find them all?
Pumpkin Patch at the Farm
10 - 31 October (selected dates)
Come down to the Farm to meet all your Farmyard friends, then grab a barrow and pick your own pumpkins from our field, there's an array of colours and sizes!
Autumn Gift Fair
24 - 25 October
A unique shopping experience inside the Mansion's Tenants' Hall. With local suppliers selling handcrafted items, jewellery, candles, crafts and Gin, not usually found on high street.
Myth, Magic and Mystery at the Old Hall
29 - 31 October
Explore the superstitions and traditions associated with Halloween in this workshop, as well as other spooky myths and legends throughout history. Have a go at brewing a potion and learn what gruesome ingredients were used for medicines in the past. Must be prebooked.
Family time together
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
