FAMILIES are being given the chance to explore a secret garden through the magic of fairytales.

Arley Hall – the setting for Disney’s Evermoor TV series – opens its Fairytales and Trails event on Sunday between 11am and 5pm.

“Arley’s gardens have something magical about them and children love to explore the various nooks and crannies,” said general manager Steve Hamilton.

“There really is something of ‘The Secret Garden’ about Arley so we have embraced that feeling this year to give children even more reason to visit.”

Arley’s adventure playground – complete with zip wire, sandpit, swings and slides – will be open on Sunday.

Children will also be able to explore the gardens by unravelling some fairytale clues that will lead them to willow creatures that have made Arley their home.

Tickets are £15 for two adults and three children or £10 if you book in advance by calling 01565 777353.