Events At Arley
Tel: 01565 777353

May 2013
Bluebell Walks - Sunday 5th & Monday 6th May
Enjoy the huge carpet of bluebells and many other wild flowers in Big Wood, an area of Arley not normally open to the public. Walks last approx 1.5 hours on footpaths through woods and fields, all walks are lead by an experienced guide. Booking is essential, visitors should wear waterproof clothing and footwear, unfortunatley the walks are not suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs.
Walks start at 11am, 12 noon, 1pm & 2pm each day (please note that there will be no 12noon walk in Sunday 5th May, it is sold out)
Book tickets below or ring Sue on 01565 777353 Ext 20.
Plant Heritage Cheshire Group Plant Fair - Sunday 12 May
10.00am to 4.00pm. Specialist nurseries and plants grown by Plant Heritage members.
Tickets: £2.00 (children under 16 free). Plant Fair tickets also give a discount towards cost of ticket for Arley Hall Gardens.
Click here to contact Paddy or phone 0161 879 0864.
Vale Royal Classic Car and Motorcylce Show - Sunday 12 May
Now in its second year there will be expert commentary in the arena and a concours competition taking place throughout the day. We expect to see early pre 1950 vehicles such as Singer, Morris, Riley, Rover & Humber through to modern day classics such as MG, Porsche, TVR and Mercedes along with BSA’s, Norton’s and Velocettes in the classic bike section. People also have the opportunity to walk around The Gardens & Hall and plant fair by a separate admission.
With in excess of 700 vehicles booked into display, we are anticipating an excellent show and hope to see you there.
Admission Prices
£7.00 per Adult
£3.00 per Child (7-14yrs)
Under 7s Free.
Access into Hall & Gardens from the show is at a reduced rate of half price of normal Hall & Gardens entry.
Opening Times
10am - 4pm
Classic Vehicles & Clubs
Additional Information: FREE parking, dogs welcome on leads, quality catering.
Visit website: www.classicshows.org/arley120513.php
Photography Workshop - Wednesday 29th May
09.30am to 4.00pm. The Camera Confidence photography workshop by Art In The Garden will help you to master your camera and it’s settings in the relaxed environment of Arley Hall Gardens. You’ll learn how to improve your photography and develop a basic understanding of light, colour and composition.
Visit the website for more details art-inthegarden.com.
June 2013
NGS Open Day - The Old Parsonage home of Lord & Lady Ashbrook - Saturday 1st & Sunday 2nd June
Open from 2pm - 5.30pm this 2 acre garden is set in an attractive and secretive rural setting in secluded part of the arley Estate with ancient yew hedges, herbaceous and mixed borders, shrub roses and climbers leading to woodland garden and unfenced pond with gunnera and water plants. Rhododendrons, azaleas, meconopsis, cardiocrimuns and some interesting and unusal trees. Wheelchair access over mown grass.
Plant stall, light refreshments and home made cream teas available.
Follow signs for Arley Hall & Gardens, The Old Parsonage lies across the park at Arley Green. Admission Adult £4.50, Child free.
An Evening With Lord Ashbrook and Friends - Tuesday 4th June
Please note that unfortunately this event has had to be cancelled.
Wedding Open Day - Sunday 9th June
Arley Hall invites you to a WEDDING OPEN DAY on Sunday 9 June, 11 - 3, come along and meet the Arley team and see the historic Hall set as an exclusive wedding venue. Presentation Ceremony by Cheshire East Registrars at 1pm.
Free entry and parking.
Arley Garden Festival - Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd June
The Arley Garden festival once again takes place around the Hall & Gardens. With an amazing Floral Marquee, plant nurseries, horticultural accessories and gardeners question with an expert panel will all be taking place throughtout the day. Garden tours with Head Gardener Gordon Baillie and Lord Ashbrook will all be taking place around the Herbaceous Border and the Grove. A food fair in the Cruck Barn with Hartford High School students providing refreshments will be available as well as the Schools Flowerbed Gardening Challenge taking place on the main show ground. There will also be a Countryside Marquee with stick making and dry stone walling demonstrations. A Plant Surgery will also be part of the show where you will be able to bring any damaged plants or discuss any problems you are having.
The live Jed Hone Jazz band will welcome you in the morning with a more traditional brass band playing in the afternoon. There is free entry into The Hall which will have been decorated with fresh flowers by the Friends of Arley and Lady Ashbrook.
Creative crafts will once again provide a marquee full of beautiful gifts with jewelry, hand carved wooden, cushions and clothes all available.
Cheshire Gardens Trust is holding a Photographic Competition for all budding photographers.
Photographic Competition Details - click here
When the sun shines and relax the atmosphere of the show.
Open 10am - 5pm.
Admission Advanced Price
Adults £9.50
Senior £8.50
Groups (+15) £8.00
Children (0-12) Free
Admission Gate Price
Adults £13.00
Senior £12.00
Groups (+15) £11.00
Children (0-12) Free
Book tickets below or ring Sue on 01565 777353 Ext 20 (tickets can be booked on line until 12 noon Monday 17 June):
Photography Workshop - Wednesday 26th June
09.30am to 4.00pm. The Camera Confidence photography workshop by Art In The Garden will help you to master your camera and it’s settings in the relaxed environment of Arley Hall Gardens. You’ll learn how to improve your photography and develop a basic understanding of light, colour and composition.
Visit the website for more details art-inthegarden.com.
July 2013
Outdoor Watercolour Course - Wednesday 3 July
Create your watercolour masterpiece in the grounds of Arley Hall with our expert art tutor. Brush up on your skills with this watercolour class.
The course runs from 10am - 4pm and costs £30.
Book via tutor Chris Beesley on 07773982996 or Click here to contact Chris.
Visit Chris's website, chrisbeesley.co.uk
Live in the Park - Saturday 6th July
Performing at this picnic and fireworks finale concert are The Supreme Divas of Motown, Abba Forever, The Rollin' Clones plus special guests. Gates open at 5pm.
Admission:
1 May Adult £22.50 (children up to 16 yrs £17.50) Family tickets (2 adults 2 children up to 16yrs) £70.00.
On the Gate (if available) Adults £24.50 (children up to 16 yrs £19.50) Family tickets (2 adults 2 children up to 16 yrs) £80.00.
Tickets can be bought online until noon on Monday 1 July.
All proceeds will be going to the Neuro Muscular Centre.
Visit website for more details nmcentre.com or call 01606 861733.



