Summer Holiday Activities at Ordsall Hall 2026

Easter Ordsall Hall Chick Hunt - the hall with a cartoon chick

Start Date: 28 Jul 2026

End Date: 27 Aug 2026

Venue: Ordsall Hall, Salford

Enjoy a fun-filled summer at Ordsall Hall with a fantastic programme of family activities inspired by Tudor history, nature and storytelling.

From bug hunts and interactive trails to hands-on crafts, creative workshops and outdoor games, there’s plenty to keep children entertained throughout the school holidays while exploring one of Salford’s most historic buildings.

All activities take place at Ordsall Hall. Recommended ages, ticket prices and booking information are listed with each activity.

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Good to Know

All activities take place at Ordsall Hall, Salford.
Some activities are free, while others have a small charge.
Booking is recommended for all ticketed workshops as places are limited.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Bug Hunt Trail

Dates: Tuesdays From 28th July to 25th August 2026

Pick up a trail sheet and head around the gardens in search of fascinating mini beasts. Follow the clues, discover bugs hiding around the grounds and learn why these tiny creatures are so important to our environment.

Suitable for all ages. Free. No booking required.

Rhyme & Sound Trail

Dates: Wednesdays 29th July to 26th August 2026

Explore Ordsall Hall through rhyme, rhythm and sound on this interactive family trail. Young children can follow clues around the hall while discovering songs, sounds and playful activities along the way.

Suitable for younger children. £2.00 per participating child. Booking required.

Storytelling Sessions

Dates: Thursdays 30th July and 20th August 2026

Gather round for magical storytelling sessions where tales from the past are brought to life through engaging performances that capture children’s imaginations and transport families back in time.

Suitable for children aged 4 years and over. Free. Booking required.

Storytelling & Craft

Dates: Thursdays 13th August and 27th August 2026

Enjoy an interactive storytelling session before getting creative with a themed craft inspired by the story. A lovely activity combining imagination, creativity and hands-on fun.

Suitable for children aged 4 years and over. Free. Booking required.

Teddy Bears’ Picnic

Date: Friday 14th August 2026

Bring your favourite teddy along for a special picnic at Ordsall Hall. Little ones can enjoy stories, songs and outdoor fun while sharing a teddy bears’ picnic in the beautiful grounds.

Suitable for children under 5 years. Free. Booking required.

Tudor Writing Workshop

Date: Friday 31st July 2026

Step back into Tudor times and discover how people wrote hundreds of years ago. Children will learn traditional writing techniques before creating their own historic keepsake to take home.

Suitable for children aged 6 years and over. £1.50 per child. Booking required.

Tudor Monogram Workshop

Date: Friday 7th August 2026

Learn about Tudor family symbols before designing and creating your own decorative monogram inspired by the historic hall.

Suitable for children aged 8 years and over. £1.50 per child. Booking required.

Beeswax Candle Making

Dates: Fridays 21st and 28th August 2026

Roll and shape your own beeswax candle while learning how Tudor families lit their homes before electricity. A simple but fascinating craft activity with a candle to take home.

Suitable for children aged 5 years and over. £1.50 per child. Booking required.

Seed Ball Making

Date: Monday 3rd August 2026

Discover how Tudor gardens were filled with useful plants and flowers before making your own seed ball to take home and grow. A fun hands-on activity that combines history, gardening and nature.

Suitable for children aged 5 years and over. £3.00 per child. Booking required.

Soap Ball Workshop

Date: Monday 10th August 2026

Discover how people kept clean in Tudor times before making your own scented soap ball to take home. Children can learn about historic ingredients and create a practical handmade item.

Suitable for children aged 5 years and over. £1.50 per child. Booking required.

Wild Crowns

Date: Tuesday 11th August 2026

Get creative with nature and design your own wild crown inspired by the plants and flowers found around Ordsall Hall. Children can use natural materials to create a colourful woodland-inspired accessory.

Suitable for children aged 5 years and over. £3.00 per child. Booking required.