What it's like
The Crocky Trail is an outdoor adventure park at Cotton Abbotts near Waverton, with a trail, slides, rides, tunnels, mazes, rope swings, food, ice cream and plenty of family chaos.
Muddy family chaos, usefully tiring
Crocky is best understood as controlled rough-and-tumble. The appeal is not neat theming; it is children charging over bridges, through tunnels, down slides and around a trail where the fun is partly in not looking too elegant.
It works when you dress for it. Trainers, spare clothes, water, weather sense and a booking are the difference between “good family day” and “why are we all damp and annoyed near Waverton”.
Worth knowing
Crocky Trail is strong because it is not trying to civilise children into sitting nicely. That is also the warning. Book, dress properly, check the weather and do not make it the plan for anyone who needs a clean, quiet afternoon.
The essentialsVisit
Getting there
4 miles from The Cross.
Hours
The official opening page lists opening hours as 10:00-17:00 when open, with last entry at 15:00. Use the booking calendar for actual open dates.
Food & drink
The site lists ice cream, stone-baked pizzas and refreshments. Bring snacks or a picnic-style backup if you want to control the spend.
Access
The official home page says the venue is suitable for wheelchair users and dog-friendly, but the trail is outdoor and physical, so check direct for specific access needs.
9.0 OpenStreetMap - Hours
- The official opening page lists opening hours as 10:00-17:00 when open, with last entry at 15:00. Use the booking calendar for actual open dates.
- Address
- Guy Lane, Waverton, Chester CH3 7PH
- Booking
- Current official price for ages 5-18 is £18.90, with full ride access shown against the yellow wristband.
- Pay
- cards, contactless
- Dogs
- Dogs are listed as welcome.
- Access
- The official home page says the venue is suitable for wheelchair users and dog-friendly, but the trail is outdoor and physical, so check direct for specific access needs.
- Getting there
- 4 miles from The Cross.
Nearby plan
Later Chester reset
- Grosvenor Park
- River Dee
- Chester Market
- ChesterBoat
Other family attractions
FAQ
Do you need to book Crocky Trail?
Yes, treat booking as essential. The official opening page tells visitors to use “Book now” to see when Crocky is open.
What time is Crocky Trail open?
The official opening page lists 10:00-17:00 when open, with last entry at 15:00. Actual dates should be checked on the booking calendar.
How much is Crocky Trail?
Current official prices include young person £18.90, adult £14.50 and under-5s free, with concessions and carer tickets listed separately.
Is Crocky Trail good in bad weather?
It is an outdoor, physical attraction. Bad weather can still work for hardy families, but dress for mud and do not expect an indoor rescue plan.
Is Crocky Trail dog-friendly?
The official home page says Crocky Trail is dog-friendly. Check direct for any current restrictions before travelling with a dog.