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Deer at Tatton Park

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Tatton Park's Parkland

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About the Parkland

With 1,000 acres of deer park for visitors to enjoy as well as woodland areas and meres, the Parkland is a fascinating landscape to explore. You’re welcome to walk, cycle, picnic and play in the park for free. There are lots of great trails that provide wonderful walks, amazing viewpoints and idyllic picnic spots. View visitor activities.

The Parkland is bursting with wildlife all year long, read the latest seasonal wildlife news from the Ranger Team. Little explorers will love our seasonal scavenger hunts or the fun activities in our Parkland Explorer booklet (PDF, 16 MB).

View our Parkland Map here.

Deer Rutting Homepage

*Important information for Dog Walkers and Visitors*

As you enjoy the beautiful autumn scenery in the parkland, please remember to keep at least 50 metres away from the deer. Do not attempt to touch or feed these animals - they are wild, unpredictable, and can become aggressive, especially during the autumn rut (September - November). 

Please do not allow dogs to bathe or paddle in the Meres, or any Tatton Park waters, for conservation and health and safety reasons. We want to protect our furry friends so make sure dogs are on leads. Blue-green algae is present and toxic blooms, which can be harmful to your pet, can occur at any time.

From 1 August 2024, dogs are allowed off the lead in the Parkland but must be kept under close control at all times.  

Parkland entry prices on the day:

Pre-booking your parkland entry online gives you the best value. You're welcome to pay on the day of your visit, at the gates.

Parkland entry charges on the day:

Half Term midweek parkland entry 

Low Season midweek parkland entry                 

£8

£6.50

 Half Term weekends and B/H

Low Season weekends & B/H

£9.50 

£8  

 Blue badge holders (at all times)

 £4

 

Things to remember during your visit to the Parkland:

  • Dogs are welcome in the Parkland (From 1 August 2024, dogs are allowed off the lead in the Parkland but must be kept under close control at all times.) Please see dog walkers guidelines.
  • Be aware of Ticks Please read our helpful tips on Ticks.
  • Keep a distance of 50 metres away from the deer during the rutting period, September to November, when deer can act aggressively.
  • Blue green algae has been detected in the meres. Please avoid any areas of the water where you spot algae and remember animals can be also be affected, so please ensure dogs do not access the water.

Tatton Park's Ranger Team

The Ranger team are responsible for looking after the entire Parkland and its livestock.  This includes the Red and Fallow deer, two flocks of rare breed sheep, about 50 hectares of water and 161 hectares of woodland, including managing the SSSI (Site of Special Scientific Interest) and RAMSAR (an intergovernmental convention for the conservation of wetlands) sites.

The Rangers are passionate about the Parkland and they run lots of initiatives throughout the year to share their knowledge and passion. They manage an active volunteer group, run work experience schemes and offer local businesses the chance to get 'hands on' supporting local conservation. The Rangers can often be seen taking people on wildlife and nature walks, exploring areas of the Parkland which are not normally open to the public and looking at a diverse range of wildlife - everything from bats to fungi! Visit our events listings for more information and to book.

Ranger Emergency Contact no. 07768 154884 

Become a Volunteer

The work undertaken by our volunteers is invaluable to the conservation of the Parkland and it is a great way to learn new skills and meet new people. For further information on volunteering please email tattonrangers@cheshireeast.gov.uk or call 01625 374414.

 

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