Review of Lichfield Maize Maze

Open for just over a year, Lichfield Maize Maze is at the entrance to the village of Wall just off the A5. It's a fully outdoor attraction with plenty to keep kids happy. Each year the shape of the maze changes. Last year it was a bumble bee and this year it's an owl which can be seen from the viewing tower inside the maze.

On arrival at the maze, we were given our map and stickers. I knew that was a sure fire way to motivate my children to race around the maze. We started on the smaller maize and my youngest loved matching up the bird eggs to their nests at the points dotted around the maze. We did get a little lost! But, once my 10 year old started directing us round with the map we were on a roll and allocated all the stickers.

Outside of the maze, there are more areas for children to play: a tractor area, swing ball and a large sandpit. All great for free-range children. My oldest enjoyed climbing all over the hay bales and turned it into an assault course. On a warm, sunny day you could easily spend a few hours here.

Next to the mazes are fields of sunflowers. They are just starting to open. Watch Lichfield Maize Maze's socials because if you time your visit right, they view will be stunning. We were a week or so too early today and only a few had opened. Sunflowers can be purchased at the maze.

The second larger maize was definitely trickier. We only managed a small part of it. (Probably because the lure of a generous slice of cake at the outdoor cafe was too appealing!) To complete the second sticker trail in large maze can take around an hour. In both mazes, you do need to stay together as a family. Pushchairs and wheel chairs would cope in the maze. It is a bit muddy and uneven, but if you don't mind a bit of mud, then go for it.

Opening of the attraction is seasonal. It's open everyday in the school summer holidays. If in doubt, please do check on their Facebook page or Insta account.

Ticket can be purchased online for a slightly cheaper price than on the gate. Here are the online prices:

Adult £8
Child (3-16 years) £6
Concession (Over 65’s) £6
Family ticket (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children) £25
Toddlers (0-2 years) Free

Whether it's wellies and rain coats or sun cream and hats, this maze is a sure fire way to have family fun outside this holiday. Give the maze a social media follow for more information.

https://lichfieldmaizemaze.co.uk
Thanks to Lichfield Maze Maize for the tickets for a great day out.

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