Events

Can you find all 10 Grumpy Pumpkins?!

Pick up a trail sheet and head out to find the grumpiest, lumpiest, bumpiest pumpkins lurking in the museum grounds and woodland.

Each pumpkin guards an ingredient to a spell that the Witch of the Wood needs to wake up her old friend Haystack Jack! Find all 10 ingredients, unscramble the magic word, and win a delicious surprise from Jack and the Witch for your help.

This event is included as part of a visit to Norton Priory between 10am and 5pm. 

Dates Available:

Sat 24th Oct / Sun 25th Oct

Mon 26th Oct - if you would also like to book Frightfully Fascinating Workshop with Animal Teach as well as Grumpy Pumpkins for this date, please click here for tickets.

Tues 27th Oct

Thurs 29th Oct - if you would also like to book Spooky Stories for Little Monsters with Rogan Mills as well as Grumpy Pumpkins for this date, please click here for tickets.

Fri 30th Oct / Sun 1st Nov

£1 child entry includes trail sheet. 

Head to The Brooke Cafe this Halloween for a fun evening of painting and spooktacular cocktails! 

You'll be guided by Laura from Paint And Craft With Laura to create your own spooky masterpiece whatever your skill level. 

All painting materials are included, as well as your first cocktail. 

Book via the link below or you can reach Laura:

by phone - 07898 974484

by email - paintwithlaura@outlook.com

Begin your festive season with this fun and creative workshop where you will create your own wooden house scene and a hanging decoration that will make the perfect additions to your Christmas decs or two wonderful homemade gifts.

You will be given support and guided through the workshop with simple instructions suitable for all - no prior experience is needed.

The class is run by Becci Moore from Quill Paper Scissors who has been running wooden house workshops for 10 years across Cheshire and the Wirral. As a former primary school teacher, Becci is able to run these classes on a level that suits all abilities.

Workshop runs for 2 1/2 hours with a short break in the middle. All materials plus tea & coffee will be provided.

This free workshop has been made possible by a Culture 26: Made in Halton Aspire Grant, providing accessible and inclusive cultural events to the borough of Halton. (similar workshops provided by Quill Paper Scissors typically cost approx. £40 per person)

Kick off the festive season and find the perfect gifts for family and friends at Norton Priory's annual Christmas Gift Fair.

Wander through stalls brimming with one-of-a-kind treasures and beautiful handmade creations from local crafters and independent suppliers.

Enjoy the sounds of the season with performances from choirs and brass bands, filling the air with Christmas cheer.

Savour a glass of mulled wine with a classic mince pie while you soak up the cosy festive atmosphere.

In the stunning surroundings of Norton Priory Museum & Gardens, come and make your own fresh, traditional Christmas wreath with Andrea Phillipson from Lavender View Farm.

Our materials will include fresh foliage picked from the woodland and gardens at Norton Priory, making it a truly homegrown addition for Halton locals to add to their Christmas décor.

Festive music, refreshments and a relaxed atmosphere under expert guidance will allow you to make your own beautiful wreath to take home.

Gather your friends, or come alone, all are welcome!

This free workshop has been made possible by a Culture 26: Made in Halton Aspire Grant, providing accessible and inclusive cultural events to the borough of Halton. (similar workshops provided by Lavender View Farm typically cost approx. £30 per person)

In partnership with Heathfields Orchards, Norton Priory offers a practical and theory-based workshop on winter fruit tree pruning. The workshop uses the Norton Priory orchards to provide practical hands-on experience, with expert tuition and guidance. The workshops are designed to be both educational and enjoyable, making them an excellent choice for anyone looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in fruit tree care.

All equipment will be provided, although you may like to bring aling your own gardening gloves. 

Join Clare from Halton Village Silver on this unique and festive workshop suitable for beginners. During the session you’ll be able to make a pair of silver Christmas tree earrings, just in time for the party season! You will be practising some of the traditional silversmith techniques with specialist tools and getting a taste of working with metal.

There will be the opportunity to choose from 6 different Christmas tree shapes to make a pair of simple studs or a pair of dangles.

This is a brilliant workshop for anyone who is interested in the mechanics of metalwork and would like to create something truly special for a loved one or themselves just in time for Christmas.

During the session, you will practise the following:

• Using a jeweller’s saw and disc cutters.
• Shaping the silver.
• Adding texture and patterns using a variety of techniques.
• Create earring wires.
• Soldering components.
• Sanding and clean-up of solder joints.
• Finishing and polishing using a barrel polisher.

Important: This workshop takes place at the Coach House. Please park at the Walled Garden carpark a short walk away. Spaces just outside the Coach House building will be reserved for accessibility, let us know if this applies to you. There are accessible toilets and step-free access inside. 

Workshop runs for 2 1/2 hours with a break in the middle. All materials plus tea & coffee will be provided.

This free workshop has been made possible by a Culture 26: Made in Halton Aspire Grant, providing accessible and inclusive cultural events to the borough of Halton. (similar workshops provided by Halton Village Silver typically cost approx. £45 per person)

The story and characters you know come to life once more in this 60-minute retelling of Charles Dickens' beloved Christmas classic.

Performances:

Tuesday 15th December - 11am & 1pm (showings for school groups only, please contact education@nortonpriory.org to book)
Wednesday 16th December - 6pm & 7:45pm
Thursday 17th December - 6pm & 7:45pm
Friday 18th December - 6pm & 7:45pm

Celebrate Christmas by candlelight with the Liverpool String Quartet, featuring festive favourites including Corelli’s Christmas Concerto, Tchaikovsky, Walking in the Air, Sleigh Ride and White Christmas, amongst others. A magical and atmospheric evening of beautiful music, carols and much-loved Christmas songs.

Join Mima - the HedgeRose Healer and Cindy and Adrian from Myrriadd Dance as they come together to mark this year's Winter Solstice at this historic site.

Enjoy meditation, reflection and the mindful movements and joyful energy of circle dancing, as we honour all that nature has given us in the months past.

As ever, this is a very special evening event, filled with gratitude for the year gone by and in celebration, as the new solar year is welcomed.