Picnic and Play Cannon Hall Farm


We all know how important it is to keep children entertained during the summer holidays. Luckily, we’ve got just the thing for you. Imagine finding an amazing park with exciting play equipment that caters to kids of all ages, and also offers plenty of space to relax and enjoy a picnic. Sounds perfect, right? Well, we’re here to make your search a whole lot easier!

Welcome back to Playdale’s Picnic & Play “where to” series. In these regular news articles, we’ll be sharing some fantastic Playdale playgrounds with incredible play areas located in different regions across the UK. These parks are especially popular among families during the holiday periods. So, let’s get ready to discover some awesome spots for you and your family to have a blast this summer!

Cannon Hall Farm

Bark House Lane, Cawthorne, Barnsley S75 4AT

Get ready for a truly delightful family experience at Cannon Hall Farm! Nestled in the picturesque Pennine foothills, this award-winning farm attraction is guaranteed family fun for everyone. You might even recognise them from their popular TV show on Channel 5!

One of the highlights of Cannon Hall is its adventure playground, which recently underwent, not one but two themed  playground makeovers It’s now even more exciting and perfect for children to explore and have a great time.

Get ready to explore a farm-themed toddler experience which includes a customised Little Hamlets Plus Tower with a whopping thirteen towers and four thrilling slides. That’s right, thirteen towers! But that’s not all, there are also Play Panels, an Aerial Runway, Animal Springers, a Timber Seesaw, Loudspeakers, an Inclusive Gravity Bowl, and Musical Play Cow Bells & Washboard Chimes. And let’s not forget about the two Snake Swings and the Two Bay Team Swing with Cradle Seats, Parent and Child Seats, and an Inclusive Team Seat.

At the heart of the junior area stands one of our most extensive customised junior multi-play units to date, boasting 21 (yes 21!) towers. Its tropical theme paid homage to the Cannon Hall Farm reptile house, with snakes, frogs, and the renowned leaf-cutter ants traversing the structure as a nod to the farm’s iconic features.

The inclusive play area wa designed with accessibility in mind, featuring easy-access ramps, spacious slides, and sensory elements throughout the mangrove-themed playground. In addition to these features, the area boasted an Inclusive Orbit roundabout, panels for sensory stimulation, and interactive LoudspeakersSheltered seating was thoughtfully integrated into the design to ensure comfort in all weather conditions.

With plenty of seating available, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy a picnic while your children immerse themselves in this fantastic themed playground.

If you’re visiting Yorkshire  or just passing through, pack a picnic and don’t miss out on the opportunity to visit these fantastic playgrounds for an unforgettable day out!

Wishing you all a happy and fun-filled summer!


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