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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Visitors exploring the garden in winter at Quarry Bank Mill, Cheshire

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Quarry Bank

One of Britain's greatest industrial heritage sites, set in picturesque gardens and countryside

A group of fallow deer bucks with large antlers relax together during winter

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Dunham Massey

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

A view of Lyme house covered in snow. The house can be seen in the frozen reflection pond.

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Lyme

Glorious house, surrounded by gardens, moorland and deer park

A family enjoying the gardens at Little Moreton Hall, Cheshire

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Little Moreton Hall

Iconic Tudor Manor House with wonky angles and quirky character

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Alderley Edge and Cheshire Countryside

Dramatic red sandstone escarpment, with impressive views

A snowy scene of the Shinto Shrine at Tatton Park. An arched footbridge covered in snow spans the icy water.

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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 sitting on a garden seat in the walled garden at Hare Hill, Cheshire.

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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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Gardens and parks

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

Houses and buildings

A man and woman walking a dog on the snowy moorland at Lyme with woodland views in the distance

Walking trails

A dog enjoying a winter walk in the grounds at Trelissick, Cornwall

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

A couple with their child in the snow around the Mill Pond at Lyme, Cheshire

Countryside and woodland

Visitors in hats and gloves with hot drinks outside at Upton House and Gardens, Warwickshire

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.

Visitors in the woodland in winter at Alderley Edge and Cheshire Countryside, Cheshire

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.

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.

A young, smiling girl meeting Father Christmas at Erddig, Wales

Upcoming events in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

From meeting Father Christmas to guided walks and talks, find out what's on in Cheshire and Greater Manchester to help make your next visit even more memorable.

The silhouette of a family walking beside two giant illuminated deer installations

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Christmas at Dunham Massey

The festive light trail at Dunham Massey features beautiful walk-through light installations, joyful Christmas music, and seasonal food and drink. Ideal for all ages and abilities, this iconic trail is the perfect place to share special moments with those you love.

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.

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

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Volunteer speaking with visitors outside at Dunham Massey, Cheshire

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.

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.

Deer in the parkland in winter at Dunham Massey, 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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Pooch Passport

Dunham Massey, Altrincham

Explore more with your four-legged friends! Visit six participating places between 1 September 2024 and 28 February 2025 to collect your free treat and visit 12 for a second treat.

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The Squirrel’s Tale: an outdoor family trail

Dunham Massey, Altrincham

What’s that racket? It’s winter, and the usually peaceful parkland is awash with activity. Spark the Squirrel lives amongst the trees and has the run of the park to themselves. The Big House in the middle of the park is normally quiet and empty,...