A carpet of bluebells in a woodland at Dunham Massey — Find a new perspective in the countryside around Cheshire and Greater Manchester | © National Trust Images/Andrew Butler

Countryside and woodland in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

From deer parks and grand estates to the rolling countryside and woodland, there is plenty of space for a spring adventure at National Trust places in Cheshire and Greater Manchester.

Wander through winding paths, listen to nature’s calls and discover far-reaching views of distant horizons in a National Trust woodland near you.

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Dunham Massey

Get some fresh air in Dunham Massey's historic deer park. Walk along the leafy avenues and admire the far-reaching views.

Visitors walking in the parkland with view of the Birdcage in the distance at Lyme Park

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Lyme

Explore over 1,400 acres of landscape at Lyme, including thriving wildlife and some of the best views in Cheshire. There have been red deer on the estate for over 600 years.

Looking up at tree canopies in the woodland

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Discover the woodland at Quarry Bank

Pull on your walking boots and stride out on a walk through the 400-acre estate. Follow the river through woodland to discover a historic landscape, bursting with wildlife.

2 women enjoying an intermediate walk around the estate

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Discover what makes Alderley Edge so special, from its wildlife to its areas of historical significance. The woodland here is home to a wide variety of birds, including flycatcher, redstart, nuthatch, tree creeper, green and great spotted woodpecker, goldcrest and bullfinch.

The view across the countryside from the sandstone escarpment of Alderley Edge, Cheshire. There are rocks and trees at the edge of a steep descent, and countryside stretches ahead towards the horizon.

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Cheshire and Wirral Countryside

Discover the beauty of Cheshire’s countryside on a stroll through its woodlands, see rich birdlife on its marshes and explore historical sites such as the folly at Mow Cop.

Visitor in the Parkland, Tatton Park, Cheshire

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Tatton Park

With 1,000 acres of parkland, there’s plenty to do on the Tatton Park estate. See the variety of wildlife or practise a range of outdoor activities.

Seeing bluebells carpeting a woodland floor or scattered along a grassy verge is the highlight of any walk in April and May. These delicate blooms are found all across Western Europe, but about half of the world’s population is right here in the UK. Discover some of the top places to see bluebells near you.

Carpet of bluebells in the Southern Woods at Quarry Bank

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A walk through the Southern Woods at Quarry Bank

Explore the Southern Woods at Quarry Bank to find jaw dropping displays of bluebells carpeting the bank next to the River Bollin. As the river twists and turns alongside this woodland walk, keep your eyes out for other hidden gems too.

Close up of a bluebell against a green foliage background

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Dunham Massey

An unmissable carpet of delicate bluebells transform the Winter Garden at Dunham Massey each spring. Meander through the winding paths and glimpse the sun breaking through the tree canopy above.

Bluebells in the garden at Rufford Old Hall, Lancashire

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Rufford Old Hall, Lancashire

Rufford Old Hall’s woods are awash with bluebells in April and May. Follow winding paths and step over bridges that give you a close up viewpoint of the carpet of blue below. The black and white Tudor hall makes the perfect backdrop for your spring photos.