A day to celebrate both Norton Priory's honeybees and wild pollinators!
A day to celebrate both Norton Priory's honeybees and wild pollinators!
We love bees at Norton Priory! As well as keeping honeybees, we try to provide a habitat for a range of wild pollinators, including bumblebees and solitary bees.
Learn about the different bees at Norton Priory with activities in the museum and at the Walled Garden.
Included with general admission (part of Discover Sundays)
Family activities including including seed planting and bee-themed trails
Insect ID and wildlife recording with RECORD - Local Environmental Records Centre
Bumblebee talk with naturalist Tony Parker at 11am
Bookable sessions
Beekeeping at Norton Priory, a "walk and talk" session to learn about beekeeping starting with honey tasting with our ranger, Paul Quigley. Adults £5, children £3.
12pm - Family Beekeeping at Norton Priory session for all ages!
3pm - Adults Beekeeping at Norton Priory session for ages 17+ - a chance to ask more in-depth questions about apiculture!
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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)
During the Mars installation from 28th January to 9th March 2025, opening hours will be 12:00-7:00pm to provide evening viewings.
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.
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