Walton Hall and Gardens welcomes you to the former home and gardens of Lord and Lady Daresbury and Warrington’s premier destination. Set within acres of tranquil and idyllic parkland, steeped in local history, this has been a popular destination for nearly three generations – and you can see why!





We have a Children’s Zoo to amble through, beautiful grounds that are perfect for picnics on hazy, lazy summer days. There are woodland walks and orchard ones too, flower beds and picturesque pond. Entertain the children for hours and hours at our fantastic, fully-accessible playground, play a round of Adventure Golf or Pitch ‘n’ Putt – the choice is yours, it’s up to you.





Also, lovingly restored to its original grandeur, Walton Hall is perfect for weddings and celebrations. Boasting unique antique furniture, Victorian paintings, an oak-panelled hall, grand staircase and high gilded ceilings, this is a hall with lots of history.





So, whether you’re interested in viewing the hall for a future ‘I do’, or just visiting with family and friends, there’s always a warm welcome at Walton Hall and Gardens.

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Walton Hall golf course
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Santa's Grotto 2025 hosted by Warrington Disability Partnership

Santa’s Grotto

06/12/2025

Warrington Disability Partnership present a spectacular, fully accessible, Santa’s Grotto experience at Walton Hall and Gardens for Christmas 2025! Each visit is £12 per child, which includes a booking fee, a visit to see Santa, a […]

Cost of Entry: From £12.00

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Christmas at the Zoo

06/12/2025

Join us for a festive, fun filled hour at the Children’s Zoo this Christmas! The session begins with a delightful 45 minute tour of the Children’s Zoo, where you’ll meet some of our adorable animal residents. […]

Cost of Entry: From £10.00

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Christmas Artisan Market

07/12/2025

Discover unique creations and support local small business Join us at Eventive NW’s Christmas Artisan food and craft market, where creativity and community come together! Our market features a diverse array of handmade goods, from intricate […]

Cost of Entry: Free

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Meet our alpaca at Walton Hall and Gardens Children's Zoo.

Animal Adoption

We invest your adoption money into ‘luxury’ items for the Children’s Zoo – particularly things we wouldn’t usually be able to afford. Your kind donations have provided shelter for the alpacas, Herdwick sheep and ornamental waterfowl. We’ve also purchased squirrel sheds, an incubator, rugs and a harness for the donkeys, as well as a set of ornamental entrance gates. The lovebird aviary, feeding troughs and veterinary scales are all further proof of your outstanding generosity. Our animals salute you.

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Daresbury Festival 2026 line-up revealed

Daresbury Festival has unveiled the first wave of artists for its 2026 line-up ahead of tickets going on sale at the end of the month. Following a sold-out edition in 2025, the festival will return to […]

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Daresbury Festival returns to Walton Hall and Gardens in 2026

After a sold-out festival that saw over 7,000 music lovers descend on Walton Hall and Gardens this year, Daresbury Festival will return on Saturday 20 June for what promises to be its most exciting chapter yet. […]

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We’re triple finalists at the Visit Cheshire Tourism Awards 2026

We’re thrilled to announce that we have made the finalist list in three categories, alongside playing host to the prestigious Visit Cheshire Tourism Awards 2025/26. Walton Hall and Gardens is a finalist for Large Visitor Attraction […]

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