Pack your picnics and join Ratty, Mole, Badger, and the irrepressible Toad as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime!
Pack your picnics and join Ratty, Mole, Badger, and the fantastically irrepressible Toad as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime, culminating in a colourful battle to save Toad Hall from the mischievous weasels!
Multi-award nominated Immersion Theatre proudly bring their trademark style and energy to Norton Priory, where the riverbank is brought to life on the excavated remains of the priory. Expect heaps of interaction, stunning costumes, toe-tapping music, and larger-than-life characters as part of Norton Priory's Summer of Stories programme.
A TOAD-ally terrific treat whether you’re 4 or 104!

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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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