May Half Term at Heaton Park

Family friendly

A young child wearing a blue jacket kneels down and holds out there hand as they feed a small white goat.
Image credit: Heaton Park

There’s lots happening at Heaton Park over the May half-term holidays. Families can enjoy a packed seven days of free, fun activities – best of all, there’s no need to book ahead, you can just drop in.

Here’s what you can expect on each day:

Sunday 26 May: ‘Meet the groups’ – Head down to meet some the groups based in Heaton Park. If you’d like to know more about the Tramway Museum and the park’s Beekeepers – now is your chance.

Monday 27 May: ‘Cinema in the Classroom’ – A family-friendly film will be picked for all to enjoy in the classroom

Tuesday 28 May: ‘Explore Heaton Park’ – Explore the park as you work your way through the Nature Detectives Work Sheet. Pick up your worksheet for the park’s reception.

Wednesday 29 May: ‘Meet the Animals’ – Pop along to find out all about the furry and feathered park residents. The Animal Centre staff will be on hand to answer all your questions.

Thursday 30 May: ‘Crafts in the Classroom’ – Create a greetings card at this crafty card-making session in the Stables Classroom.

Friday 31 May: ‘Don’t Get Bored, Play Games’ – Join the friendly folk at Heaton Park for some traditional board game fun. Meet at the Stables Courtyard and Classroom.

Saturday 1 June: ‘Colour Heaton In’ – Pop into Heaton Park reception or the Lakeside Café to pick up your free pavement chalks. Get creative as you write messages, draw pictures or play hopscotch –  it’s up to you.

Plan your visit

Middleton Road, Higher Blackley
Manchester,
Greater Manchester,
M25 2SW

Opening hours until August 2024

Mon
8:00 am - 9:45 pm
Tue
8:00 am - 9:45 pm
Wed
8:00 am - 9:45 pm
Thu
8:00 am - 9:45 pm
Fri
8:00 am - 9:45 pm
Sat
8:00 am - 9:45 pm
Sun
8:00 am - 9:45 pm

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A leafy pathway in Heaton Park.

Walk or run in Heaton Park

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Heaton Park, Blackley

1 January 2023 - 31 August 2024

9:00am - 8:00pm

Free

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