Walk: Norton Priory (Tiny Trekkers) - Monday 10th March
Description
Walking Mums Tiny Trekkers: A Fun Outdoor Adventure for Little Explorers!
Join us for a magical nature walk designed especially for little adventurers! Tiny Trekkers is all about exploring the great outdoors at a toddler-friendly pace, with plenty of exciting activities to spark curiosity and joy.
🌿 What to Expect:
✨ Collecting forest treasures 🍂
✨ Jumping in puddles 💦
✨ Spotting wildlife 🐦
This engaging outdoor experience is perfect for young children to connect with nature, enjoy gentle exercise, and have lots of fun along the way!
🎉 Exciting Rewards from Freddie’s Farm!
To keep our Tiny Trekkers motivated, our friends at Freddie’s Farm are providing delicious, healthy, and natural kids' snacks as rewards!
🥕 Why Parents Love Freddie’s Farm:
✅ 100% natural & plant-based
✅ Free from added sugars, concentrates, and artificial ingredients
✅ Gluten-free & dairy-free
✅ Packed in eco-friendly, plastic-free packaging
With Walking Mums, everyone is welcome! Whether you're walking, using a buggy, or carrying your little one, we’ll all meet up at the café afterward for a well-earned break and a chance to connect with fellow mums.
Norton Priory & Phoenix Park Walk – A Scenic Family-Friendly Route in Runcorn:
Step back in time and explore the fascinating Norton Priory Museum & Gardens, home to 12th-century medieval ruins, a stunning walled garden, and enchanting woodland trails. This hidden gem is perfect for a relaxing walk through history, nature, and wildlife.
Just a short stroll away, Phoenix Park offers open green spaces, woodland paths, an adventure playground, and a skate park, making it an ideal destination for families, dog walkers, and nature lovers.
🌳 Walk Highlights
🥾 Scenic Walking Trails – Wander through Norton Priory’s historical grounds, stroll along the Bridgewater Canal path, and explore Phoenix Park’s open spaces and woodland trails.
🦽 Accessible Paths – Suitable for prams, wheelchairs, bikes, and scooters.
☕ Café – Enjoy refreshments at the Brooke Café.
🚻 Facilities – Toilets and baby-changing facilities available.
🛝 Play Areas – Adventure playground, climbing boulder, basketball court, and skate park at Phoenix Park.
🦆 Wildlife Watching – Spot birds, butterflies, and woodland creatures.
🏡 Historic Sights – Explore the medieval ruins of Norton Priory.
🐕 Dog-Friendly – Well-behaved dogs are welcome.
🚗 Free Parking – Convenient, hassle-free parking for Walking Mums.
🚗 Parking Information:
🅿️ Free Parking: Norton Priory Museum & Gardens, Tudor Road, Manor Park, Runcorn, Cheshire, WA7 1SX
🗺️ Route Directions:
1️⃣ Start at Norton Priory Car Park and head south through the woodland trail and onto the Green Bridge.
2️⃣ Take the first right, onto the Bridgewater Canal path.
3️⃣ Loop around Phoenix Park Lake and continue south
4️⃣ Turn right at the end and then take your third right back onto Green Bridge.
5️⃣ Follow the woodland trail back to the Norton Priory Car Park.
💡 Tip: Paths are mostly flat and well-maintained, but some woodland trails can get muddy - wear suitable footwear!
✨ Exclusive Perks for Walking Mums Members & Guests
Enjoy 10% off at The Brooke Café!