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Crook Hall Gardens tour: horticulture

Join our gardening guru volunteers for a tour.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Expert garden volunteers share their knowledge about the seasonal flowers, plants and shrubs which give each garden its unique character. With insights into a nature-friendly, sustainable approach to gardening.

Please note: Garden tours are run by a small volunteer team, so occasional dates need to be cancelled each month. If you are visiting to attend a tour, please confirm it is going ahead by calling in advance on 0191 383 1832.

Free, included with admission to the gardens. Donations welcome.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

Children welcome, must be accompanied by an adult.

Meeting point

Meet at the admissions hut by the entrance.

What to bring and wear

This is an outdoor event, we recommend weather appropriate clothing and shoes.

Accessibility

Winding, narrow or uneven paths make some areas inaccessible to wheelchair users.

Upcoming events

Event

Gardens trail: Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 

Explore the gardens on a self-led trail.

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on
13 Aug to 3 Sep 2025
at
10:00 to 16:00
+ 21 other dates or times
Event

Crook Hall Gardens tour: history and literary links 

Step into Crook Hall Gardens' past on a guided tour.

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on
13 Aug to 29 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 12:00
+ 11 other dates or times
Event

SEND outdoor games with Smile Through Sport: Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 

Outdoor games and activities for young people aged 8-19 years with SEND.

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on
14 Aug to 28 Aug 2025
at
10:30 to 12:30
+ 1 other date or time
Event

Axe throwing with B Outdoors: Summer of Play at Crook Hall Gardens 

Channel your inner warrior with family-friendly axe throwing. Ready to test your aim? Step up, take a deep breath, and hurl your axe!

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on
15 Aug to 18 Aug 2025
at
11:00 to 11:30
+ 7 other dates or times