October Half Term at Dunham Massey

Name: October Half Term at Dunham Massey
Start: 2026-10-24
End: 2026-11-01
Location: Dunham Massey

24 Oct – 1 Nov 2026Daily 10am-4pm
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Dunham Massey, AltrinchamAbout 10 min drive from Timperley
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Under £10Free with standard admission; NT members free; no booking needed
Good for most agesOutdoors

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Half term at Dunham Massey is about the autumn parkland: pick up a self-guided walk, follow a family trail and see the trees at their most colourful. Inside the house, Speechly the Pineapple's children's tour has a seasonal look, and children are welcome to dress up for it. No booking needed; normal admission applies.

Good to know about Dunham Massey

Parking: On-site car park; parking is included in the admission ticket, and National Trust members park free with their card.
Buggies: Most park and garden paths are flat and buggy-friendly, including the pushchair-friendly Mini Park Loop.
Food: Stamford Café in the Visitor Centre and the Stables Restaurant; picnic in the garden or at North Park tables.
Toilets: Baby changing at the Visitor Centre and Stables, plus a Changing Places-style Space to Change with hoist.

From nationaltrust.org.uk, checked Mon 19 Oct 2026. Check before you travel.

Last checked Thu 15 Oct 2026. Things change, so check with the venue before you travel. Source: nationaltrust.org.uk. Report a problem

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Under £10No booking needed

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October Half Term at Dunham Massey

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