Families in Durham can enjoy new activities at Crook Hall Gardens this May half term as the venue hosts seasonal events alongside the ongoing North East Festival of Blossom. The National Trust has introduced a self-led pollinator trail and a day of outdoor games to encourage visitors to explore the historic site.
The pollinator trail will run from 23 May to 18 June, inviting children to search the gardens for bees and butterflies. Additionally, families can take part in various sports and garden games on 26 May. These activities coincide with the region-wide North East Festival of Blossom, which continues at the gardens through mid-June and is supported by players of the People’s Postcode Lottery.
Located on Frankland Lane just a short walk from the city centre, the site features a Grade I listed medieval hall dating back to the 13th and 14th centuries. The National Trust acquired the property on 28 March 2022 and reopened it to the public later that same year.
Admission to the gardens is £10 for adults and £5 for children (without Gift Aid), with family tickets available for £25. Non-members are required to pay a parking fee when visiting the grounds.
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