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Thornton Hall Country Park

Type:Farm

Thornton-in-Craven, Nr Barnoldswick, Lancashire, BD23 3TS

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Thornton Hall Country Park

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Set on the borders of Lancashire, Thornton Hall Country Park is an award-winning, family-run, working farm and leisure attraction.  Open year-round, the park offers enriching activities and entertainment for all ages and abilities, from babies to grandparents, providing a fun-filled day out.

Features include:
Animal encounters and deer park
Outdoor play areas and jumping pillows
Soft play centre
Indoor diner and street-food truck
Unique rides including Farm Safari, pony rides and junior quads *
A packed calendar of special events and live shows
Quadtrex quad-biking * 
Thornton Hall Camping *

* additional charges may apply.

A perfect fun filled informative family fun day out rain or shine.  The farm is conveniently located off the A56 in Thornton-in-Craven, between Clitheroe, Colne and Skipton with ample free car parking right outside the entrance.

See website for opening times/tickets and pricing/Ts & Cs.

 

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Please check website for up-to-date information regarding opening days, times, prices, events, COVID restrictions and more.

Opening Times

Open (8 Jan 2024 - 24 Dec 2024)
DayTimes

* Term time - 10:00 – 16:00
(closed on Tuesdays term time)
Weekends and school holiday - 10:00 – 16:30

Please note event day opening times may vary - please check the details on each individual event.

Early closures - It is necessary to close at 15:00 to allow for preparation for evening events. These dates include, but are not limited to, 4th & 5th November.

Visit the website for the latest opening times.

Events

Wednesday, 9th October 2024 - Friday, 11th October 2024

Thursday, 17th October 2024 - Friday, 18th October 2024

Farm and Pumpkin Picking
more info

Saturday, 12th October 2024 - Sunday, 13th October 2024

Saturday, 19th October 2024 - Thursday, 31st October 2024

SPOOKS!
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Monday, 14th October 2024 - Monday, 14th October 2024

Tuesday, 15th October 2024 - Tuesday, 15th October 2024

Halloween Toddler Party
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Friday, 18th October 2024 - Saturday, 26th October 2024

Tuesday, 29th October 2024 - Thursday, 31st October 2024

ScreamsAre you brave enough for the ultimate Halloween night out?  
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Sunday, 24th November 2024 - Sunday, 15th December 2024

Friday, 20th December 2024 - Tuesday, 24th December 2024

Christmas Adventure at Thornton Hall Country ParkWill you look within and unearth your dreams on your Christmas adventure?
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Saturday, 30th November 2024 - Saturday, 30th November 2024

Friday, 20th December 2024 - Friday, 20th December 2024

Just Be You Christmas Adventure at Thornton Hall Country ParkIt is essential to Thornton Hall Country Park that as many families as possible (particularly those with additional needs) are able to enjoy and fully experience the magic of the interactive Christmas events on offer.
more info

Monday, 2nd December 2024 - Monday, 2nd December 2024

Friday, 6th December 2024 - Friday, 6th December 2024

School Christmas Experience at Thornton Hall Country ParkVisit with your school or group for a magical Christmas experience.
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Wednesday, 11th December 2024 - Wednesday, 11th December 2024

Thursday, 19th December 2024 - Thursday, 19th December 2024

The Mini Christmas Adventure at Thornton Hall Country ParkWith a shorter route, less storytelling, and interactive activities, this is sure to keep your little one mesmerised in the sparkle and magic of Christmas.
more info

Awards

  • Sub-Regional AwardsPartner of Visit Lancashire Partner of Visit Lancashire 2018
  • Sub-Regional AwardsLancashire Tourism Awards Finalist 2017 - Small Visitor Attraction Award Lancashire Tourism Awards Finalist 2017 - Small Visitor Attraction Award 2017
  • Local AwardsBest Leisure & Tourism SBA 2018 Best Leisure & Tourism SBA 2018 2018
  • Local AwardsBest in Education NFAN 2018 - Highly Commended Best in Education NFAN 2018 - Highly Commended 2018
  • Sub-Regional AwardsLancashire Tourism Awards Winner 2018 - Small Visitor Attraction Award Lancashire Tourism Awards Winner 2018 - Small Visitor Attraction Award 2018
  • Sub-Regional AwardsLancashire Tourism Awards Finalist 2019 - Large Visitor Attraction Award Lancashire Tourism Awards Finalist 2019 - Large Visitor Attraction Award 2019
  • Sub-Regional AwardsLancashire Tourism Awards Winner 2019 - Small Event Award Lancashire Tourism Awards Winner 2019 - Small Event Award 2019
  • Regional AwardsWTTC Safe Travels WTTC Safe Travels 2021
  • Sub-Regional Awards2021 Lancashire Tourism Awards Finalist Resilience and Innovation 2021 Lancashire Tourism Awards Finalist Resilience and Innovation 2021
  • Sub-Regional AwardsLancashire Tourism Awards 2022 winner.  Small Event Award Lancashire Tourism Awards 2022 winner. Small Event Award 2023

Directions

Road Directions

We are just off the A56 in Thornton-in-Craven, between Clitheroe, Colne and Skipton with ample free parking right outside the entrance.

Public Transport Directions

The nearest railway station is Skipton (6 miles). Bus services stop just 5 minutes walk from our door - contact the Traveline on 0871 200 22 33 for further information.

Facilities

Other

  • Open All Year
  • Outdoor
  • Toilets

Catering

  • Café
  • Catering On Site

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking

Provider Preferences

  • In countryside

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