Sunflower season is here, with flower lovers flocking to their local sunflower fields for a touch of extra happiness. Well, there is a special place near Liverpool that is hosting a charming sunflower trail perfect for a family day out. The Hayloft sunflower field is open now (August 15), ready to brighten up everyone’s day, as well as their home later.
The Hayloft is a local family-run farm, coffee shop and ice cream shop, located near Warringdon in Cheshire, just thirty minutes from Liverpool by car. On top of hosting a sunflower field, the spot also has a pumpkin patch during autumn, as well as pick your own Christmas trees and even ran a Christmas Panto Santa experience last year.
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This year’s sunflower field is just as exciting, with a miniature train taking visitors to and from the trail. Open between 10:30am and 4pm, The Hayloft also boasts a free play barn and sports field, as well as the usual tractors, play area and animals such as cows and goats. Some days the trail is open as late as 9pm, so do check before going.
The entry costs £5 per person, where under 2’s go free, while pick-your-own sunflowers are £1.50 per stem, or £6 for five. Plus, you can bring your furry friends with you as dogs on leads are welcome!
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The coffee shop operates during the same hours, offering a breakfast and lunch menu on top of the usual baked goods and ice cream. Guests can indulge in a Full English Breakfast for under £9, or go for Eggs Benedict for a similar price. For lunch, visitors can enjoy a crusty white baguette with a wide range of fillings, a generous selection of sandwiches and wraps, and the usual favourites such as jacket potatoes and toasties.
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What is more, guests can also enjoy the age-old English tradition that is afternoon tea for £22, including a variety of sandwiches, homemade scone with jam & clotted cream and a selection of cakes with tea or coffee.