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A Summer of play at Quarry Bank

This summer journey through play at Quarry Bank, no matter the weather.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Saturday 20 July - Monday 2 September

Enjoy hours of fun on the Mill Meadow as little ones navigate through a maze, challenge themselves with the obstacle course and build all kinds of creations at the loose parts play station.

With a changing programme of themes, families will be invited to wear fancy dress, get on their marks for sports day, or go exploring on the teddy bear trail. Come rain or shine join us for a summer filled with play and fun for all the family.

Summer of Play is sponsored by Starling Bank.

National Trust admission charges apply.

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Prices

Event ticket prices

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

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The basics

Suitability

suitable for children of all ages

Meeting point

On arrival please go to Visitor Reception ear the car ark

Upcoming events

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Apprentice House Tours 

Explore the home of the child workers of Quarry Bank on a unique tour

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on
19 May to 29 Dec 2024
at
11:00 to 15:15
+ 208 other dates or times
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Village hub and workers cottage tours 

This is your chance to see what life was like for the crowded families in the village

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on
19 May to 29 Dec 2024
at
11:00 to 16:00
+ 208 other dates or times
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Visit Quarry Bank House 

Visit the comfortable home of the Greg family: funded by the mill and right next to it, but far away from the world of its workers

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on
19 May to 29 Dec 2024
at
11:00 to 16:30
+ 208 other dates or times
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Daily Hydro Tours 

Enjoy a behind the scenes look at how the hydro turns the power of the River Bollin into electricity

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on
19 May to 3 Nov 2024
at
14:00 to 14:45
+ 168 other dates or times