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Wild Senses

Take a wander on the wild side with this self-led spotter activity through the gardens at Hare Hill.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event (admission applies)

Discover how the wildlife that lives in the gardens, use their senses to thrive and survive. Will you move in stealth mode like a hunting owl or like a bee will you be able to recognise different flowers just by touch? Look out for our handy hint boards with different sensory activities to find and help you get in touch with your wilder side!

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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

Meeting point

Please head to the Welcome Building in the main car park. Normal admission charges apply, NT members go free when presenting their cards. Gates are locked promptly at 5pm.

What to bring and wear

Please be prepared for all weathers and wear sturdy footwear for exploring the gardens and parkland

Accessibility

Some uneven ground with steps in places. Step-free route around garden with level paths. Manual wheelchair and powered mobility Tramper vehicle available to borrow.

Other

Booking not required. No pencil or trail sheet needed. Self-led spotter trail around the gardens of Hare Hill.

Contact info

Hare Hill Welcome Building

Upcoming events

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Nature Packs 

Be a nature detective for the day and let your imagination run wild when you borrow one of our Nature Packs from the Welcome Building.

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on
12 Feb to 24 Oct 2025
at
10:30 to 16:30
+ 131 other dates or times
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Easter adventures at Hare Hill 

Join us at Hare Hill this spring and have an Easter adventure in nature. Our Easter trail runs Wed-Sun and Easter Monday, from Saturday 5th April - Monday 21st April, 10:30am - 4:30pm and booking is not required.

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on
5 Apr to 21 Apr 2025
at
10:30 to 16:30
+ 12 other dates or times
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Tai Chi at Hare Hill 

Experience the world of Tai Chi in the Walled Garden at Hare Hill.

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on
4 Jun to 24 Sep 2025
at
14:00 to 15:00
+ 16 other dates or times
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Heritage Open Day 

Enjoy a walk in the garden, for free, as part of Heritage Open Day.

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on
13 Sep 2025
at
10:30 to 16:30