SEN SESSIONS
First Thursday of each Month | 3pm - 5pm
SEN sessions are here! These play sessions are specifically for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) and their families. SEN sessions provide a safe environment to play and have fun, having fewer visitors in them and quieter surroundings. The café will be open as usual during this session.
Admission - Adult: £4.00 | Child: £8.50 | Toddler: £5.00 | Carer / Childminder / Foster Carer / Special Guardian / Military Forces Personnel / Blue Light Discount / Access Card: £3.00 | Senior 65+: £3.00
SEPTEMBER NATURE SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
Select September Dates | All Activities 10.00am – 11.00am
Included in entry fee. Nature School activities are free.
This September, we are getting creative, exploring nature and embracing a little bit of mess!
The activities are included with standard entry and the best bit? The kids can get messy here, rather than at home! Once the crafting is finished, there's no need to rush home - stay and enjoy the playbarn or grab lunch. Children will be able to take their creations home with them too!
Here's what's coming up:
Tuesday 15th September - Mud Kitchen & Nature Star Wands
Get stuck into some muddy outdoor-style play before creating a magical nature star wand to take home.
Thursday 17th September - Potion Making & Nature Stick Hedgehogs
Mix up some wonderful nature potions and
get crafty making your very own stick hedgehog.
Tuesday 22nd September - Mud Kitchen & Nature Butterflies
More muddy fun in the kitchen, followed by
a beautiful nature-inspired butterfly craft.
Thursday 24th September - Mud Painting & Nature Suncatchers
Get creative with mud painting before making
a colourful nature sun catcher to take home.
Tuesday 29th September - Potion Making & Nature Crowns
Finish September with magical potion making
and create your very own nature crown!
Please come prepared for messy play - we recommend suitable clothing and bringing a change of clothes.
SPOOKY HALF TERM HOCKERHILL
Saturday 24th - Saturday 31st October | See individual dates for timings.
Get ready for a week of spooky fun, creepy crafts, Halloween challenges and plenty of play this October Half Term. We have got something spooky happening every day - with some activities included in your entry and others available for a small additional charge. So grab your little monsters, get into the Halloween spirit and join us for a frightfully fun half term!
Saturday 24th – Saturday 31st October - Spooky Puzzle Trail
All Day
Put your detective skills to the test! Follow the picture clues around the barn and see if you can work out the answers. Get it right and you'll win a sweet treat.
£2
Monday 26th October - Apple Bobbing & Potato Printing Pumpkins
10:30am–3:30pm
Get stuck into some classic Halloween fun with apple bobbing, then use apples and potatoes to create your very own spooky pumpkin prints.
Included with entry
Tuesday 27th October - Spooky 'What's in the Box?'
10:30am–3:30pm
Think you can guess what's hiding inside the spooky box without looking? Put your hands to the test and see if you are brave enough.
£1
Wednesday 28th October - Character Visit – Labubu Dolls
12pm–1:30pm
Something extra special is coming to the play barn! Come along and meet our Labubu characters for some spooky-season fun and photo opportunities.
Included with entry
Thursday 29th October - Design Your Own Spooky Mask
10:30am–12:30pm
Get creative and design your very own spooky Halloween mask! Will you be a witch, monster, vampire or something completely your own?
Included with entry
Friday 30th October - Carve a Pumpkin & Win a Family Return Ticket! 10:30-15:30pm - Bring your creativity to life and carve your very own spooky pumpkin! Then take a photo with your creation at the play barn and post it on social media for your chance to win a FREE family return ticket for up to 4 people!
£5 per person – payable at reception
Saturday 31st October – HALLOWEEN! - Elphaba Character Visit and Spooky Face Painting
12:30pm-2pm - Elphaba Character Visit
1:30pm–3:30pm - Face Painting
Finish off Halloween week with a special visit from Elphaba, with singing, fun Halloween games and fantastic spooky face painting! Choose your favourite Halloween look and get ready for some seriously spooky fun.
Included with entry
There's no need to rush home after the activities! Come along, enjoy the crafts and Halloween fun, then stay and make the most of the play barn - and hopefully grab some lunch too!
Standard entry applies unless otherwise stated. Some activities have an additional charge.
Which spooky activity will you be joining us for?
LABUBU DOLLS CHARACTER VISIT
Wednesday 28th October | 12pm - 1:30pm
Get ready for some Labubu fun. Come along and meet the Labubu characters, say hello, take some photos and enjoy a little bit of mischief and magic.
It’s the perfect chance for little Labubu fans to meet their favourite characters and capture some fun family memoriesduring your visit.
ELPHABA CHARACTER VISIT
Saturday 31st October | 12:30pm - 2pm
Something wickedly wonderful is coming to Hockerhill this Halloween. Join us for a special visit from Elphaba, with singing, fun Halloween games and plenty of opportunities to meet her and take some magical photos.
Get into the Halloween spirit with our spooky face painting, perfect for completing your little one's Halloween look!
Come dressed up, sing along, play some spooky games and meet Elphaba for a wickedly fun Halloween.
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
Sunday 13th - Thursday 24th December
Our Breakfast with Santa events give children the chance to enjoy a delicious breakfast before meeting the big man himself. Santa will be at Hockerhill throughout the event, ready to spread some Christmas cheer and welcome little visitors to his grotto.
Each child will be gifted a book from Santa, making this a lovely keepsake to take home and enjoy together over the Christmas holidays.
SEN SATURDAY
Saturday 30th August
9:00am – 11:00am
Join us for a relaxed, quiet play session designed especially for children with additional needs and their families. The barn will have reduced noise and fewer visitors, creating a calm and supportive environment for play.
Book now to secure your space.
Princess Visits
4th August — Rapunzel | 12:30pm - 2:30pm
11th August — Rapunzel | 1:00pm - 3:00pm
25th August — Elsa | 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Look out for some magical visitors this summer at Hockerhill! We’re excited to welcome Princesses for special meet-and-greet sessions — always a firm favourite with children and the perfect photo opportunity.
Animal Man
Sunday 27th July | 1pm - 3pm
Get ready for a wild day at Hockerhill! The animal man is visiting with amazing creatures to meet and learn about. Bring the family for a fun, hands-on experience.
SUNDAY SEN SESSION
Due to popular demand, we’re adding a special Sunday SEN session on Sunday 20th July, 10am–12pm – perfect for those who can’t make it during the week!
Christmas
Saturday 30th November – Sunday 22nd December 2024
This festive season, bring your little ones for an unforgettable Christmas experience at Hockerhill
Halloween
Saturday 26th October - Thursday 31st October
Join us for a spooktacular Halloween at Hockerhill
Starts: Saturday 26th October
Ends: Thursday 31st October
EASTER BISCUIT DECORATING
Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned decorator, this workshop promises to be a fun-filled and enjoyable event for everyone.
Workshops from 2pm - 3pm
EASTER EGG DECORATING
Easter egg decorating is a beloved tradition that brings joy to many during the Easter season. From dyeing eggs in vibrant colors to getting creative with intricate designs, it's a fun and festive activity for people of all ages.
Workshops from 10am - 11am
EASTER EGG HUNT
Join us, along with your family and friends, and foster a sense of community and joy as everyone joins in the playful hunt. Instructions will be given upon arrival at reception, please pay on arrival.
Available throughout the day
EASTER FACE PAINTING
Add a touch of magic to your Easter celebrations! Children and adults alike may indulge in this exciting Easter activity, bringing joy and creativity to the holiday festivities.
Available from 1pm - 3pm
EASTER BUNNY VISITS
The Easter Bunny will be paying some surprise visits to Hockerhill throughout the Easter holidays! Enquire at reception to find out more.
Available throughout the Easter period