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Hare Hill
Cheshire & Greater ManchesterA tranquil wooded garden, surrounded by historic parkland, with a delightful walled garden at its heart.
Over Alderley, Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK10 4PY
Important notice
Hare Hill and the gate to the permissive path to Alderley Edge are now closed for winter conservation. Hare Hill Gardens and Parklands re-open February 2026. Many thanks.
Opening times for 25 November 2025
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Ticket type With Gift Aid Without Gift Aid Adult (18+) £9.90 £9.00 Child (5-17) under 5s free £5.00 £4.50 Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children) £24.80 £22.50 e.g. 1 adult, 2 children £14.90 £13.50 Become a member and discover more than 500 places
- Assistance dogs only
Only assistance dogs are permitted in the walled and wooded garden.
- Bookshop
Pre-loved bookshop available
- Car park
- Kiosk
Visit the welcome building on arrival. Here you can also purchase takeaway tea, coffee, ice-cream and pre-loved books.
- Toilet
Blue Badge parking. Accessible toilet. Step-free route around garden with level paths. Manual wheelchair and powered mobility Tramper vehicle available to borrow.
- Accessible route and/or map
Available on arrival from the welcome building
- Accessible toilet
- Designated parking
- Induction loop
- Level access to shop
- Level access/terrain
- Powered mobility vehicle available
Available to borrow on arrival from the welcome building
- Seating available
- Steps/uneven terrain
There are some steps within the garden but a level access route is available
- Wheelchairs available
Available to borrow on arrival from the welcome building
- By road
- between Alderley Edge and Macclesfield (B5087)Parking: not suitable for coachesSat Nav: Postcode is SK10 4PY, please note this takes you 109 yards west of the car park. The Hare Hill entrance has a brown sign and a National Trust welcome sign to mark it.
- By train
- Alderley Edge and Prestbury, both 2½ miles
- Cycling
Planning your visit
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Know before you go: Assistance dogs only in the gardens
Hare Hill welcomes assistance dogs only throughout the gardens. Access to other dogs is limited due to the historic nature of the gardens. Dogs on leads are welcome on the permissive path to Alderley Edge. The gate from Hare Hill is open Wednesday - Sunday 10:30am - 5pm during our open season.
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Site map of Hare Hill gardens and permissive path to Alderley Edge
A site map of Hare Hill gardens and permissive path to Alderley Edge, to help visitors plan their day out.
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Highlights
Garden
A tranquil wooded garden, surrounded by historic parkland, with a walled garden at its heart.
Historic parkland
Historic parkland, which can be walked via a permissive path. The land is now home to our tenant farmer's livestock.
Play area
Natural play area with swing and den building.
Things to see and do
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Things to see and do in the garden at Hare Hill
Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the Walled Garden, or take a seat to listen to birdsong in the Wooded Garden. Tucked away from the hustle and bustle, little legs will find Hare Hill an ideal place to let their imaginations go wild and a safe spot to roam. *Hare Hill is now closed and will re-open February 2026.*
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Family-friendly things to do at Hare Hill
Discover the secret gardens at Hare Hill, where little legs can roam safely; the perfect spot for a family day out. *Hare Hill is now closed and will re-open February 2026.*
Area
Visit more places near Hare Hill
Discover Cheshire’s heritage and nature through grand houses, deer parks, seasonal gardens, woodland, moorland, and even a cotton mill.
Places to stay
Lyme East Lodge
On the Lyme estate and deer park, this Edwardian cottage looks out over lush green countryside.
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.
Upcoming events
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Nature Packs
Be a nature detective for the day and let your imagination run wild when you borrow one of our free Nature Packs from the Welcome Building.
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Easter adventures at Hare Hill
Join us at Hare Hill this spring and have an Easter adventure in nature. Our Easter trail runs Wed - Sun and Easter Monday, from Saturday 28 March - Sunday 12 April, 10.30am - 4.30pm and booking is not required.
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May half term: Buzzy Bee spotter trail
What’s the buzz all about? Join us at Hare Hill this May half term and explore our Buzzy Bee spotter trail.
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Summer of Play: Water Wonders spotter trail
Dive into the wonderful world of water this summer with a free spotter trail with a splashing twist! Join us at Hare Hill to discover more about the wonder that is water.
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Folksy Theatre present: A Midsummer Night's Dream
This summer, join Folksy Theatre for a breathtaking open-air performance of William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy, A Midsummer Night’s Dream.
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Folksy Theatre present: Peter Pan
This summer, join Peter Pan, Wendy and the Lost Boys on a magical adventure like no other! Folksy Theatre presents a brand-new open-air production of Peter Pan, packed with live music, audience interaction and puppetry.
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Escape into autumn spotter trail
Visit Hare Hill this October half term and 'Escape into autumn.' Discover autumn colours and what wildlife gets up to over the season with our free spotter trail.
About Hare Hill
Enjoy Charles Brocklehurst's informal garden as it comes alive in spring; snowdrops, narcissi and cyclamen lead the way, and are soon followed by the vibrant colour of rhododendrons, magnolias, and azaleas. The walled garden has been restored in line with Brocklehurst's vision, and now the white perennial borders sing out in summer. On warm days, bring a picnic to enjoy eating outside in the fresh air. Families can explore and play in the natural play area. Autumn provides a great opportunity for invigorating walks around the garden as the trees change colour.
History
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The history of Hare Hill
Find out the fascinating stories behind the members of the families who owned Hare Hill, from its early days in the 18th century to the National Trust taking over in 1977
Our work
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The Wooded Garden project at Hare Hill
Discover how the Wooded Garden at Hare Hill is being restored to improve the health of the plants and wildlife, and better reflect the vision of former owner and designer.
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River Bollin Riverlands Project at Hare Hill
Keep up with the latest updates from the River Bollin Project as we work to improve the health of the river along the catchment at Hare Hill.
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Support us
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Volunteering at Hare Hill
Discover how volunteering at Hare Hill can help you learn new skills and meet new people.
Supporter Groups in the North-West
Find out about the supporter groups you can join in Cheshire and Greater Manchester including East Cheshire National Trust Association, South Cheshire Association and The Manchester Centre.
