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Summer of Play

Enjoy playful family days out this summer at Acorn Bank from 4 July till 6 September.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

This summer at Acorn Bank, as you wander the garden and woodland, you'll find traditional games, nature-themed rubbing plaques and other outdoorsy activities.

Bring a picnic and relax on the Low Terrace, or buy some food and drink from the café and sit inside or outside in the courtyard.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.

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The basics

Suitability

The event is open to children of all ages.

What to bring and wear

Best to wear suitable footwear and suitable clothing for the weather on the day.

Accessibility

You'll be walking over uneven terrain with some short steep sections in parts. See the main webpage for more information under 'Accessibility'.

Contact info

Visitor Welcome Team

Upcoming events

Industrial Heritage of Acorn Bank Guided Tour 

Discover the echoes of Acorn Bank's hidden industrial past in the woods.

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on
29 May to 29 Aug 2026
at 12:00 to 13:30+ 6 other dates or times

Herb Garden Tours 

A relaxing herb garden tour exploring what’s growing each week.

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on
31 May to 9 Aug 2026
at 12:00 to 13:00+ 19 other dates or times

Herb Garden Walk and Tea Tasting Experience 

Join Bel Charlesworth, medical herbalist, for a walk around Acorn Bank's walled herb garden followed by a fresh herbal tea tasting.

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on
5 Jun 2026
at 11:00 to 12:30+ 1 other date or time

Using Medicinal Herbs at Home (workshop) 

Learn how to make your own herbal remedies for everyday ailments with medical herbalist, Bel Charlesworth.

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on
12 Jun 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30