Geronimo Festival at Arley Hall – CANCELLED

Shekina Rose, Families Editor

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Geronimo Festival

26-29 May 2023

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Geronimo Festival 2022
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Geronimo Festival at Arley Hall returns in 2023 at an earlier date of 26-29 May 2023, and as always the festival described as ‘Glastonbury for Kids’ is set to be packed with heaps of activities, events, food stalls, music, camping and all sorts of FUN for families.

Similarly to last year’s incredible line up, this year Geronimo Fest is set to be just as fun if not MORE! Families can expect happy circus shows, exhilarating fun fair rides, parkour, Monster Trucks, archery, axe throwing, tree climbing, zip-line, Rockaoke, mini rovers, bouncy castles, cardboard cities and so much more.

Headline names include Katy Ashworth, Clint Boon, Dave Sweetmore and Rockin’ Rhinos (to name a few). And watch out – you might also see DINOSAURS!

Head to the circus for “Fantasy & Fairies” featuring adagio, aerial silks, aerial straps, crazy juggling, aerial hoop, contortion, aerial loops, High Bicycle and the one and only Mr Slinky. And for adrenalin junkies, head to the ‘Adrenalin Zone’, where you can experience a zip line, go tree climbing or visit the Motorcycle ‘Wall of Death’, as well as many other activities designed to give you a thrill!

Animal lovers can go camel riding, meet ferrets, and get up close and personal with dinosaurs if they dare. For the littlest festival goers, there’s all sorts to do at the Geronimo Festival, including mud kitchens, soft play, sensory baby raves, cinema time and so much more.

The campsite at the venue features both options to either bring your own tent, caravan or motorhome or take advantage of Geronimo’s various glamping options which include dreamy Arabian Bedouin Tents, Cosy Cubes or bright and cheerful Tangerine Tents.

Hungry? Foodies will not be disappointed, with an array of stalls dotted around the site, catering for a variety of tastes and requirements.

The Geronimo Festival is recommended for families with children aged 13 and under, but there is something for everyone to enjoy at this inclusive, dynamic festival. Book your tickets today.

Where to go near Geronimo Festival at Arley Hall – CANCELLED

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Pickmere

The village of Pickmere near Knutsford in Cheshire is well known as a nature spot with a popular lake. Pickmere lake is, hands down, one of our favourite wild swimming finds.

Bridgewater Canal

Running from Runcorn to Leigh, the Bridgewater Canal is 65km long. Constructed over 250 years ago by the Duke of Bridgewater, it is considered to be the first true canal in England. Constructed during the Industrial Revolution, the success of the Bridgewater Canal helped to inspire a period of intense canal building in Britain, known as Canal Mania.

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Tatton Park

An historical estate with a neo-classical mansion, 50 acres of landscaped gardens, 1000 acres of deer park, a rare breed farm and medieval Old Hall.

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Cheshire House Bar and Grill

Based in the heart of Knutsford, Cheshire House Bar and Grill combines a beautiful location with top-level cuisine and a superb range of drinks.

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Barristers Restaurant & Bar

The in-house restaurant for The Courthouse in Knutsford, serves high-end but pleasingly traditional food with a fantastic range of drinks for the thirsty traveller.

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A one-of-a-kind hotel experience in Knutsford, this beautiful dog-friendly venue is – as you may have already guessed – a renovated court house, with plenty of original fixtures and fittings.

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Whatever the weather, Dunham Massey in Altrincham takes our number one spot for a fun outdoorsy day out.

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This is the perfect pub for an indulgent weekend, following up a long countryside walk with a hearty and high quality meal.

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Pyramid Arts Centre

Culture Warrington hosts a range of exhibitions throughout the year representing local, regional and national artists’ work.

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Warrington Museum & Art Gallery

Opened in 1857, Warrington Museum & Art Gallery is one of the oldest museums in the country and much of the quintessential character of the building has been preserved.

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Tatton Estate

Cheshire’s renowned Tatton Estate is a beautiful patch of Cheshire countryside, playing host to Ashley Hall, which features many family-friendly events and happenings.

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