Get up close with animals in this exciting hands on experience day from Animal Teach.
Join Animal Teach as they takeover Norton Priory for this interactive and fun filled animal day on the 16th August!
This exciting takeover day will give visitors a chance to get up close with a variety of live animals, with a special focus on the historic animals and wildlife of the Brooke Family at Norton.
Come and discover :
Animal Encounters: Get up close with a range of fascinating creatures, learning about their behaviours and natural habits.
Interactive Learning Activities: A variety of fun, hands-on stations designed to inspire and educate attendees.
Live Talks: Zoologist-led talks throughout the day, filled with exciting facts about each animal.
Gift Shop: A selection of Animal Teach merchandise and animal-themed gifts for attendees to purchase as memories of their day.
Tickets are £10 per child. Admission charges for Norton Priory Museum and Gardens apply. Museum opens 10am, event times are 11am till 4pm. Animal handling sessions and live talks will take place throughout the day and times will be advertised soon.
VIP Family Package
Before the main event kicks off, we’ll be offering an exclusive VIP Family Package. This 45 minute session will allow one family to spend quality time with the Animal Teach team, getting hands-on with the animals and learning about them up close. Each child will also receive an animal-themed gift as a special keepsake. Ticket price £55 + adult general admission to Norton Priory Museum and Gardens. This offer is open to a family of up to 5 people. At least one member of the group must be an adult. Please note: adult general admission to Norton Priory Museum and Gardens still applies when booking VIP package. Please book additional adult general admission tickets for the VIP package separately on Art Tickets.
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Visitor information
Address
Tudor Road, Manor Park, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 1SX
01928 569895
Opening times
10:00 am - 4:00 pm (Winter)
10:00 am - 5:00 pm (Summer)
Open Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Open Thursday during school holidays.
Exclusions and safety measures
The Walled Garden is open 12pm - 4pm during the summer season only.
Pre-booked ticket recommended for best prices.
Entry via the main entrance in museum visitor centre.
