Our brand new orienteering courses are now live!
16th August 2024
A brand-new orienteering course has officially opened this week, giving people the chance to further explore Walton this summer. The courses have been launched in partnership with SSE as part of their Fiddler’s Ferry legacy project […]
Heat pump works completed at Walton Hall
13th August 2024
The two old, end-of-life gas boilers heating Walton Hall have recently been replaced with greener, ground source heat pump technology. Walton Hall and Gardens is in the top ten carbon emitters in the council’s estate, so […]
Oktoberfest returns this September and October!
1st August 2024
Oktoberfest is set to return to Walton Hall and Gardens again this September and October, and promises to be bigger and better than before. The event is a celebration of German culture and tradition, as the […]
Outdoor theatre returns next month
23rd May 2024
The incredibly popular outdoor theatre is making a comeback to the Walton estate for 2024, with a special performance of Julius Caesar. Oddsocks Productions will be bringing their unique brand of family-friendly, laugh out loud Shakespeare […]
Following a sell-out debut last year, the Old Time Sailors will be returning to Walton Hall and Gardens next month. The Old Riding School will once again be transformed for a unique musical night out, as […]
The team at Walton Hall and Gardens are celebrating the estate being named as the Wedding Venue of the Year, following last week’s Marketing Cheshire Tourism Awards. The category featured competition from the likes of Chester […]
Gloworm set to light up Walton this summer
4th March 2024
A family festival is set to bring the fun later this year, as they launch a special one-day extravaganza. Gloworm Warrington will feature a diverse array of performances designed to captivate audiences of all ages, with […]
Could Be Real Festival announces Walton Hall and Gardens debut
2nd February 2024
The ultimate tribute festival is coming to Walton Hall and Gardens later this summer, with tickets now on sale. The highly anticipated Could Be Real Tribute Festival makes its debut at Walton Hall and Gardens on […]
Daresbury Festival announce their 2024 artist line-up
8th November 2023
Following last week’s announcement that the boutique festival is set to return in 2024, Daresbury Festival has announced their phase one line-up. The event will feature headline sets from the legendary Soul II Soul, who will […]
Daresbury Festival set to return in 2024
3rd November 2023
After an unforgettable debut earlier this year, the team behind Daresbury Festival have announced that they will be back by popular demand, returning to Walton Hall and Gardens on Saturday 22 June 2024. Having sold out […]
We’re a finalist at the Red Kite Days Cheshire awards!
1st November 2023
Walton Hall and Gardens has reached the finalist stage of the Red Kite Days Cheshire awards, in the outdoor play category. Red Kite Days is a family friendly website with around 630k visitors each year, with […]
Walton Lea Partnership donates bug hotel to Children’s Zoo
1st November 2023
Walton Lea Partnership have officially unveiled a handmade bug hotel at the Children’s Zoo at Walton Hall and Gardens. A bug hotel is a structure that’s made of natural materials, placed in an outdoor space to […]
We’re finalists at Marketing Cheshire Tourism Awards!
9th October 2023
Walton Hall and Gardens has made the finalist list in two categories at the Marketing Cheshire Tourism Awards 2023/24. Organised by Marketing Cheshire, the awards recognise excellence and outstanding achievement in the region’s visitor economy. The […]
Walton Hall and Gardens wins Travellers’ Choice award
13th September 2023
Walton Hall and Gardens has been awarded yet another Travellers’ Choice award from Tripadvisor placing the estate among people’s favourites. The coveted award celebrates businesses that have consistently received great reviews on Tripadvisor over the last […]
Dirty Dancing is coming to Walton
13th June 2023
We’re excited to announce that we’ll be bringing back our outdoor cinema next month as we host a special screening of Dirty Dancing. The worldwide box office hit will be shown on Friday 21 July, following […]
Zoo rangers at Walton Hall and Gardens are delighted to announce three new arrivals at the Children’s Zoo. Both first time mums, Nina gave birth to twins – a boy and a girl – on Tuesday […]
Old Time Sailors set to perform at Walton Hall and Gardens
11th April 2023
The Old Riding School at Walton Hall and Gardens is set to be transformed this September for a unique musical night out. Old Time Sailors, a crew of 17 performers, will take to the stage on […]
Outdoor theatre returns this summer
28th March 2023
The incredibly popular Heartbreak Productions are back at Walton, showcasing three new outdoor plays at Walton this summer. This year, they will be performing another fantastic David Walliams play, a classic Jane Eyre tale, and a […]
The Wedding Party returns for free wedding fair this weekend
24th February 2023
Looking for inspiration for your dream wedding? We’re hosting a free wedding fair this Sunday, 26 February, from 11am to 3pm. The fair, run in partnership with The Wedding Party gives you the opportunity to view […]
Friends of Walton Estate celebrate 20th anniversary
16th November 2022
The Friends of Walton Estate are celebrating their milestone anniversary with a special event at Walton Hall on Thursday 17 November, 1pm to 4pm. Back in December 2002, a group of passionate individuals came together with […]
