National Lottery Open Week at Rufford Old Hall
As a thank you to National Lottery players for supporting our conservation work, we’re offering free entry during National Lottery Open Week! Bring your lottery ticket or scratch card and explore Rufford Old Hall for free.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
This National Lottery Open Week (7th – 14th March), we’re inviting National Lottery players to explore the incredible places your support helps to care for.
Whether you’re discovering the wonders of nature, stepping into history, or simply enjoying the beauty of the outdoors, there’s something for everyone to experience.
Show your digital or physical lottery ticket to a member of our Welcome Team in the Second-Hand Bookshop for free entry.
One ticket entitles 1 adult + up to 4 children to free entry to participating National Trust places during 7th – 14th March with a National Lottery ticket (physical or digital).
Each ticket can be used once for free entry.
You must show a valid Lottery ticket or scratch card, photocopies or pictures/screengrabs won’t be accepted. A lottery ticket provides free entry to the house and grounds only and excludes events with fees.
If you love your visit to Rufford Old Hall, why not join as a member by speaking to our Welcome Team.
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This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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up to 4 children are admitted with 1 adult showing a valid lottery ticket
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