Join us in the heart of the Cheshire countryside as we celebrate a summer of non-stop family fun at Blakemere. Packed with unique activities, enticing eateries, and independent shopping opportunities, there’s something to suit everyone, whatever the weather!
Try something new this Summer
Blakemere is brimming with exciting activities to entertain the whole family during the school holidays. From the adventurous to the creative, there is always something new to try.
Many of the activities below can be booked on the day, however activities highlighted by an asterisk do require pre-booking with cheshire-outdoors.info
• Air rifle* • Archery* • Axe throwing* • Craft workshops (Crafts in the Corner) • Cheshire Falconry (meet -the-keeper sessions twice a day) • Crazy golf • Cycling • Fairground • Low ropes* • Newly opened playground • Pottery painting (Cheshire Craft Workshop) • Sandiway Miniature Railway (Sundays 12-4 pm) • Segway experiences* • The Play Barn • Woodland walk
Treat yourself this Summer
Home to a unique collection of 20 different shops occupied by over 100 independent retailers and artisans, Blakemere makes it easy to shop small and support local this summer. From clothing to houseplants, jewellery to children’s toys, there are so many ways to treat yourself and your loved ones at Blakemere. Pocket money gifts are easy to find too, with affordable options for any budget at Inspired by Artisans and Vintage, Polly and Tots, and A Wonderful World.
Tickle your tastebuds this Summer
From ice-creams at Classic Treats to tasty toasties at Steve’s Artisan Experience, wood-fired pizza and fish & chips at the Blakemere Village Social, and not forgetting the famous Sunday roasts served at The Village Restaurant, and the range of real ales at the Wee Howff micropub, Blakemere is a mouth-watering foodie paradise simply waiting to be discovered this summer.
August Bank Holiday Weekend
FREE Giant Bubble Display and Interactions,
The Courtyard
Sunday 27th August • 11am to 4pm
FREE Live DJ & Sax/Bongos
Blakemere Village Social
Saturday 26th August from 6pm
Car Boot Sale
Sunday 27th August from 7am
Bottomless Brunch, Blakemere Village Social
Sunday 27th August from 11.30am to 2.30pm
Buffet Breakfast, The Village Restaurant & Coffee Bar
Monday 28th August, 9am to 12pm
Mal the Woodman
Friday 25th August to Monday 28th August
£5 per wand at The Design Shed
FREE Circus Workshop, The Courtyard
Monday 28th August, 11am to 4pm