Thornton Abbey Maze

This exciting summer event, running from 17th July to early September, promises something for the whole family to enjoy.

We plant the maize in May and it grows through the summer, during which time the maize crop is cut out and made into a giant maze

In the maze you will be challenged by quiz boards for adults and children, which will also help you navigate. There is a large open play area with maze games, a jumping pillow, wheely sledges, Nerf gun zone, crazy golf, children's ride on tractors and our super fun water pistol tractor ride!

So if you are looking for somewhere different and fun to take the children this summer, we challenge you to conquer the Thornton Abbey Maze!

The cafe is normally open from 11am where you can get hot and cold snacks and drinks.

Prices for Summer 2026

Adults and children £9.50   (0 - 2 year olds free)

Seniors and students (with a valid NUS card) £8.50

Season pass £19 per person. (Valid up to 1st November)

Under 3's free.

Please note prices are subject to change during the year.

All attractions are included in the entry price except for the small £1 children's electric ride on tractors and the gem stone mine (prices range from £5 to £15 for a gem stone bag).

Murder on the Farm! 6pm Saturday 15th August

This summer we're hosting a fun interactive evening with "South Bank Players" making up the suspects.   Your job will be to work together to find the killer before he makes his or her getaway on a Massey Ferguson! 

Pre booking is recommended as we will have to limit the customers.   Everyone is welcome although this may not be suitable for young children!   The maze and play area will be open all day and there will be a dinner break with the cafe open all evening.

Opening Times

Open daily from 17th July - 2nd September, 10am - 5pm.

Dogs

Dogs on leads are welcome (and please keep them on the lead), but please remember to bring bags with you!  Please note when Lambing live is on, dogs are allowed but not in the fenced off area near the shed.

Sorry dogs are not allowed onto the pumpkin field.

Food and Beverage

Cold drinks, tea and coffee are usually available.   Chocolate bars and crisps are also sold. This year we will also have our cafe open, with chips & burgers, hot dogs, toasties, sandwiches and cakes.

 We also have a good selection of ice lollies.   Picnics are allowed.

Accessibility and Amenities

We welcome everyone at the maze, we now have three toilets, one with wide door access. Unfortunately we don't as yet have ramp access into the toilets. We also have a separate baby change room.

During dry weather the maze courtyard is accessible for wheelchair users, but most of it is a grass field there is limited hardstanding.   The maze itself is probably not suitable for wheelchair users but it does depend on the type of wheelchair.   There is also a side entrance so wheelchair users don't have to go through the shop.

Most of the attractions are disabled friendly and we are happy to help in whatever way we can to ensure you have a good day out.