Families in Nantwich are enjoying the latest maize maze opened at Reaseheath College in time for the summer holidays.
And as well the maize re-opening, the college has also opened its campus zoo to the public.
Despite the unseasonably wet and cold weather, the maize has grown well and the sun has arrived at just the right time to encourage the giant corn crop to reach over six feet in height.
Reaseheath’s two mazes, both with an Olympic theme in celebration of London 2012, include a giant puzzle the size of five football pitches and a smaller maze for younger or less active visitors.
Families can search for clues hidden in the corn crop to help them solve the puzzle.
Visitors to the zoo, which opened to the public for the first time at Easter, can see exotic animals including meerkats, ring tailed lemurs, spider monkeys, birds of prey, reptiles and fish as well as pet animals such as rabbits and guinea pigs. The college’s keepers are on hand to answer questions.
A nature trail connects the zoo and the maze. Free parking and a picnic area are provided and refreshments are available in the college’s new restaurant.
Maze manager Carol Milke said: “We have tried to provide a really good day out of affordable fun for the family.
“Fortunately the weather has become more summery at just the right time and the crop is really tall and thick. We’ve already had some really good feedback from visitors.”
Both attractions are open daily until until Sunday September 2. A combination ticket admitting two adults and two children is £30, with under threes admitted free.
For details see www.reaseheath.ac.uk, call 01270 613210 or email [email protected]
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