Tanabata Festival
Visit Tatton’s gardens and you’ll be invited to join representatives from the Japanese Embassy in making a wish! Tanabata, or the Star Festival, traditionally is held on the evening of 7 July throughout Japan although it can be held anytime in July or August. The festival traces its origins to a romantic legend that the Cowherd Star (Altair) and Weaver Star (Vega), lovers separated by the Milky Way, are allowed to meet just once a year on the seventh day of the seventh month. People, especially
The garden is open from 10am and closes at 6pm. Please note we have a last entry time of 5pm.
Please check our website for prices. Parkland entry charges also apply.
Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire WA16 6QN
Sat 18 Aug 2018