Cheshire and Greater Manchester

With grand houses and medieval deer parks, glorious gardens, a working cotton mill and dramatic landscapes, there are plenty of places to discover across Cheshire and Greater Manchester. From the city's heritage to the beautiful Cheshire countryside, town meets country in this special part of the world.

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Quarry Bank

The working mill is the beating heart of Quarry Bank. Set in picturesque gardens and countryside, explore one of Britain's greatest industrial heritage sites.

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Dunham Massey

A garden for all seasons, an ancient deer park and a house filled with treasures and stories.

The South front of Lyme, Cheshire seen from across the reflecting lake on a sunny summer's day.

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Lyme

Glorious house, surrounded by gardens, moorland and deer park

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Little Moreton Hall

Iconic Tudor Manor House with wonky angles and quirky character

Young family exploring walled garden at Hare Hill 1635043

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Hare Hill

A tranquil wooded garden, surrounded by historic parkland, with a delightful walled garden at its heart.

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Alderley Edge and Cheshire Countryside

Dramatic red sandstone escarpment, with impressive views

Spring colour in the Gardens at Tatton Park, Cheshire

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Tatton Park

An historical estate with a neo-classical mansion, 50 acres of landscaped gardens, 1000 acres of deer park, a rare breed farm and medieval Old Hall.

A parent and child wearing colourful coats explore Castlefield Viaduct.

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Castlefield Viaduct

A Victorian-era steel viaduct transformed into a green ‘sky garden’ in the heart of Manchester. Pop in and discover this urban garden, Wednesday - Sunday 10am - 5pm, no booking needed.

The fully restored medieval building of Nether Alderley Mill, Cheshire

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Nether Alderley Mill

Concealed under the long sloping roof of this medieval building is a fully restored, working corn mill.

Visitors walking through the garden in summer at Little Moreton Hall, Cheshire

Gardens and parks

North view of the courtyard and north face of Little Moreton Hall's black-and-white Tudor house.

Houses and buildings

Four visitors walk a dog around the parkland of Lyme Park, Cheshire

Walking trails

Family climbing on a Summer of Play activity wall at Dunham Massey in Cheshire

Family-friendly places

Dog and person walking along a gravel path in the gardens during summer at Arlington

Dog-friendly places

Runners in the grounds of Lyme Park, House and Garden, Cheshire with a tower in the background. Lyme Park sits in 1400 acres of parkland and has views across Manchester and the Cheshire Plain.

Outdoor activities

The sun is shining on a woodland path through trees on the top of Alderley Edge, Cheshire.

Countryside and woodland

Cake, biscuits and scones in the display unit in the tea-room

Places to eat

Looking for places to visit with the kids in Cheshire and Greater Manchester? Explore days out in nature, fun things to do for all the family and places to spot wildlife all year round.

A woman and a girl wearing backpacks walk towards the reflection pond at Lyme. The grand manor house reflects in the pond.

Family-friendly places in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

Plan your a family day out in Cheshire and Greater Manchester. We've got play areas, activities for kids, wildlife to spot and plenty of things to do when it rains.

Summer of Play across the North West

Get ready for a summer packed with adventure and imagination across the North West. Play together and make new memories with Summer of Play, sponsored by Starling Bank. Find fun-filled activities at deer parks, cosy gardens – and even inside a giant industrial mill. Click to see what’s on this summer.

There's always something new to see or do at National Trust places near you – join in a host of seasonal adventures and events for all ages.

An outdoor theatre performance taking place in the gardens

Upcoming events in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

From outdoor theatre events in beautiful gardens to guided walks and talks, find out what’s on in Cheshire and Greater Manchester to make your next visit even more memorable.

A person stands in front of a vibrant red and blue illuminated display, creating a striking visual contrast.

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ORIGIN at Dunham Massey

Lay down and be bathed in sound and light at a unique new deep listening art installation at Dunham Massey, Cheshire. Presented by A Right/Left Project.

Whether you’re looking to travel by train, bus, bike or foot, there are many places in Cheshire and Greater Manchester that you can visit without a car.

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Places you can visit in Cheshire and Greater Manchester without a car

Travel by train, bus, bike or foot for a sustainable day out to the places in our care in Cheshire and Greater Manchester.

A ranger scooping up leaves and mud at Lyme Park, Cheshire

Our work in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

As a conservation charity, find out what we're doing to care for nature and history, and to improve access, at National Trust places in Cheshire and Greater Manchester.

There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in our work across Cheshire and Greater Manchester.

Search volunteering opportunities

A group of four youth volunteers planting a tree in Dunham Massey's woodland. One young man is leaning into a metal tree covering to plant a tree.

Volunteering in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

Discover how you can offer your skills at the places we look after in Cheshire and Greater Manchester. Meet new people and help a great cause, in a new volunteer role.

Gardener volunteers at work at Quarry Bank Mill, Styal, Cheshire

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Supporter groups in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

Find out about the supporter groups you can join in Cheshire and Greater Manchester including The Manchester Centre, East Cheshire National Trust Association and Frodsham and District Association.

The exterior of Village Farmhouse, Cheshire

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Places to stay in Cheshire

With grand houses and medieval deer parks, glorious autumn gardens, a working cotton mill and dramatic landscapes, there are plenty of reasons to book a holiday in Cheshire.

The outdoor seating at Hempfield Stables, Cheshire

Hempfield Stables, Dunham Massey

This 19th-century stable has modern rooms tucked into the original rustic spaces. It's by the canal path and has the Dunham Massey estate nearby.

Lyme West Lodge

Tucked away on the glorious Lyme Park estate, Lyme West Lodge is a picture-book pretty Edwardian cottage set in leafy woodland.

Visitors stand on the shore of Derwentwater at Tarn Hows, with a dog paddling among rocks close to shore. In the background is a wooded island

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Plan a holiday to the Lake District

From dog-friendly and romantic holiday cottages to five outdoor campsites, plan your holiday in the home of Beatrix Potter, fascinating history, dramatic landscapes and – of course – plenty of lakes.

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A Field Hospital for Eco-Anxiety

Dunham Massey, Altrincham

In this immersive exhibit, check in to a Field Hospital for Eco-Anxiety in the Orangery.

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Ranger guided walk — Riverlands

Dunham Massey, Altrincham

Learn about some of the work we’re doing for nature on a free guided Ranger walk.

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Nature Packs

Hare Hill, Macclesfield, Cheshire

Be a nature detective for the day and let your imagination run wild when you borrow one of our Nature Packs from the Welcome Building.

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Village hub and workers cottage tours

Quarry Bank, Wilmslow, Cheshire

This is your chance to see what life was like for the crowded families in the village

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Play hub on the fourth floor of the mill

Quarry Bank, Wilmslow, Cheshire

Join us for hours of indoor fun – all part of our Summer of Play

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Free audio trail of Quarry Bank

Quarry Bank, Wilmslow, Cheshire

We are excited to be part of HistoryScapes, a new app that brings the history of Quarry Bank to life.

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Wandering Wolves

Little Moreton Hall, Congleton, Cheshire

Where are those wandering wolves? Join us at Little Moreton Hall on this free spotter activity, and help us locate the missing wolves. How many will you discover when you visit?