Families
We can’t wait to welcome you to Ordsall Hall!
With a range of family activities, we have something for everyone at Ordsall Hall.
We are FREE and welcome all children accompanied by a responsible adult. For information on opening times please see the Planning a Visit page. You’ll also find directions and parking information there.
A family friendly museum
At Ordsall Hall, we want every family to enjoy a welcoming, comfortable, and memorable visit. From exploring centuries of history to discovering our beautiful organic gardens, there are plenty of opportunities for visitors of all ages to learn, play, and explore together.
To help make your visit as easy as possible, we offer a range of family-friendly facilities:
- Relax with a drink, light lunch, or sweet treat in our welcoming café. If you need help warming or cooling a baby bottle, our team will be happy to provide hot or cold water.
- Browse our gift shop for books, toys, and souvenirs to remember your visit.
- Baby changing facilities are available on site.
- Breastfeeding is welcome throughout Ordsall Hall and the café.
- Free Wi-Fi is available for visitors.
- Most areas of the Hall are accessible for buggies, although some historic spaces have uneven floors and narrow doorways. Please contact us if you’d like to discuss accessibility before your visit.
- Accessible toilet facilities are available.
- Our gardens provide a lovely space to enjoy the outdoors, explore nature, and relax during your visit.
Our friendly team is always on hand to answer questions and help make your visit as enjoyable as possible. If you have any queries before you arrive, please don’t hesitate to get in touch – we’ll be happy to help you plan your day at Ordsall Hall.
What's on offer?
Whether you’re planning your first visit or returning to discover something new, Ordsall Hall is a fantastic place for families to explore, learn, and have fun together. With over 800 years of history to uncover, beautiful gardens to enjoy, and a variety of family-friendly activities throughout the year, there’s something to capture the imagination of every age.
Step inside one of Salford’s oldest buildings and journey through centuries of fascinating history. Explore grand Tudor rooms, uncover the stories of the people who once lived here, and see history come to life as you wander through the Hall.
Young explorers can enjoy interactive trails designed to encourage curiosity and discovery. Search for hidden details, solve puzzles, complete challenges, and learn about the Hall’s history in a fun and engaging way.
During school holidays and special events, families can enjoy a programme of hands-on activities, including crafts, storytelling, workshops, and seasonal celebrations inspired by the Hall’s history, gardens, and local wildlife.
Our beautiful organic gardens are perfect for little adventurers. Spot bees and butterflies, discover colourful flowers and historic planting, enjoy the orchard and Tudor knot garden, or simply take time to relax and enjoy the outdoors.
Take a break in our welcoming café, serving a selection of drinks, light lunches, cakes, and snacks, or browse our shop for pocket-money-friendly gifts, books, and souvenirs to remember your visit.
We’ve got plenty of facilities to help make your visit as enjoyable as possible, including:
- Baby changing facilities
- Breastfeeding welcome throughout the Hall and café
- Accessible toilets and lift access
- Most areas accessible for buggies
- Picnic benches in the gardens
- Free Wi-Fi
- Friendly staff on hand to help throughout your visit
With free admission, a packed programme of family events, and plenty to see and do indoors and out, Ordsall Hall is the perfect place to spend quality time together and create lasting family memories.
