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Summer of Play - Wildlife Walk for Little Legs

Who lives here? From hedgehogs in their houses to worms tunnelling underground, discover the gardens brimming with life. For under 5s and their grownups.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Follow the windy paths around the Visitor Centre and explore the wild surrounds. Who lives in the trees and under the shrubs? A short, accessible trail aimed at our early years visitors and their grownups. Part of the Summer of Play.

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

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The basics

Suitability

This trail is aimed at early years visitors (under 5s) and their grownups.

Meeting point

Pick up a trail booklet from the Visitor Reception.

What to bring and wear

Please wear weather appropriate clothing.

Accessibility

The vast majority of paths at Dunham Massey are buggy and wheelchair friendly. Quieter times to visit include earlier in the mornings and midweek days. There are some activities on the grass, these may not be accessible for wheelchair users. Take extra care around the open water in this area.

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

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on
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on
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