Indoor play space at Quarry Bank (half term)

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Half-term & holidays

Indoor play space at Quarry Bank (half term)

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SEN-friendly

At Quarry Bank: Quiet space to take a break · Ear defenders or sensory bags to borrow. More about access here

Sessions can change or sell out, so check with the venue before you book. More SEN-friendly days out

A play space on the top floor of Quarry Bank's historic mill, with soft play, a dressing-up wardrobe, a stage, puppet shows and a giant board game. It's for children up to 10, and makes a good rainy-day stop. No booking needed; normal admission applies. Food and drink aren't allowed on the museum floor.

Good to know about Quarry Bank

Parking
Main visitor car park (SK9 4HP), with Blue Badge bays; Styal station is 0.6 miles away.
Buggies
Steep paths in places, but step-free routes link the gardens; buggy storage on the mill's top floor.
Food
Weaving Shed Restaurant, Upper Garden Café and ice cream parlour, with picnic benches by the playground.
Toilets
Family toilets with baby change in the Mill Yard and Upper Garden, plus a Place to Change with hoist.

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

Last checked Sat 17 Oct 2026. Things change, so check with the venue before you travel. Source: nationaltrust.org.uk. Report a problem

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