Crook Hall Gardens poetry walk
From springtime stanzas and summer sonnets to autumn anthologies and wintery works, experience a seasonal poetry walk at Crook Hall Gardens.
- Booking not needed
- Free event (admission applies)
Enjoy a guided walk around the gardens with poetry inspired by the season, flora in the gardens and the local area. Each walk is about 50 minutes long, with plenty of stops.
This event is free but normal admission applies. No need to book, join in on the day.
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Event ticket prices
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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- Suitability
Suitable for ages 10+. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Meeting point
Meet at the admissions hut by the entrance to Crook Hall Gardens.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear sensible footwear and weather appropriate clothing.
- Accessibility
This event involves a 50 minute walk with lots of stops. This will only cover a short distance within the gardens. Winding, narrow or uneven paths make some areas inaccessible to wheelchair users. Level access from the car park; from there, access to the main garden area is via an incline.
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