Skip to content
Skip to content

Summer of Play: Pond dipping

Come and see which creepy crawlies wiggle out of the pondweed at Brimham Rocks.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.

Have you ever visited the pond at Brimham Rocks? Do you know what minibeasts might live there? Come and find out which creepy crawlies wiggle from pondweed on this pond dipping activity!

Meet the rangers at the pond to take part in this activity. All equipment and identification cards will be will be provided.

There are two sessions running throughout the day, 10:30am-12:30pm and 1:30-3pm. This is a free event. Little ones (and grown ups) welcome.

Why not enjoy an ice cream in from the refreshment kiosk or relax at a shady picnic spot amongst the rocks? Put your sun hat on and come and make the most of being outdoors this summer.

Times

Prices

Event ticket prices

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

Check admission prices

The basics

Meeting point

Meet at the pond. Follow the signs from the car park or ask a member of the Welcome Team for directions.

What to bring and wear

We're an outdoor site so please dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy footwear. We won't be going into the water.

Accessibility

We are an outdoor site with a mixture of hard standing paths and more rugged terrain. The paths to the pond are woodchipped.

Other

This is a free event and there is no need to book. Normal car parking charges apply. National Trust members please scan your membership cards.

Contact info

Property Administrator

Upcoming events

Event

Mushroom Rock circular guided walk 

Join one of our free, friendly group walks. Meet new people, discover new places and improve your health and wellbeing.

Event summary

on
11 May to 12 Oct 2025
at
11:00 to 13:00
+ 2 other dates or times
Event

Active Outdoors: Adventure day 

Join Live for Today and have a go at climbing and abseiling some of the tallest rocks at Brimham.

Event summary

on
18 May to 14 Sep 2025
at
09:30 to 12:00
+ 5 other dates or times
Event

Ranger ramble 

Join the ranger team for a ramble around Brimham Rocks and its moorland

Event summary

on
20 May 2025
at
11:00 to 12:30
Event

A taste of Brimham tour 

Join one of our volunteer guides to discover more about this weird and wonderful place.

Event summary

on
24 May to 27 Dec 2025
at
11:00 to 11:45
+ 41 other dates or times