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National Lottery Open Week

As a thank you to National Lottery players for supporting our conservation work, we're offering free entry during National Lottery Open Week! Bring your lottery ticket or scratch card and explore Quarry Bank for free.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Saturday 15 - Sunday 23 March 2025

This National Lottery Open Week, we're saying yes to nature, beauty, and history! As a thank you to National Lottery players, we're opening our doors and welcoming you to explore the incredible places your support helps to care for.

Whether you're discovering the wonders of nature, stepping into history, or simply enjoying the beauty of the outdoors, there's something for everyone to experience.

Please visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk to check property opening times, events, accessibility information, and more. We look forward to seeing you!

Free Entry: One adult + up to 4 children get free entry to participating National Trust places during 15-23 March 2025 with a National Lottery ticket (physical or digital).

One-Time Use: Each ticket can be used once for free entry.

Pre-booking is not required to visit Quarry Bank.

Who's Eligible: Adults: 18+ Children: 5-17 (Under 5s go free)

Entry Conditions: You must show a valid Lottery ticket or scratchcard, photocopies won't be accepted. A lottery ticket provides free entry only (excludes events).

Times

The basics

Suitability

suitable for children of all ages

Meeting point

Go to Visitor Reception to start your visit

What to bring and wear

Quarry Bank has indoor and outdoor areas to explore, so please dress for the weather

Accessibility

A shuttle buggy service is available for those who have access needs. There is a lift in the mill.

Upcoming events

Event

Village hub and workers cottage tours 

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

Event summary

on
4 Mar to 23 Oct 2025
at
10:30 to 16:30
+ 233 other dates or times
Event

Sir Monty Webber's Quest 

Step inside the Mill to join Sir Monty Webber the moth on his quest to find food and make friends!

Event summary

on
4 Mar to 31 Dec 2025
at
10:30 to 17:00
+ 282 other dates or times
Event

Exhibition: For the love of cotton 

Returning for 2025 this exhibition explores the story of the past, present and future of the cotton textile industry in the North West and the world

Event summary

on
4 Mar to 11 May 2025
at
10:30 to 17:00
+ 68 other dates or times
Event

Free audio trail of Quarry Bank 

We are excited to be part of HistoryScapes, a new app that brings the history of Quarry Bank to life.

Event summary

on
4 Mar to 30 Sep 2025
at
10:30 to 17:00
+ 210 other dates or times