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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 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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Top places to visit in Cheshire and Greater Manchester
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.
Dunham Massey
A garden for all seasons, an ancient deer park and a house filled with treasures and stories.
Lyme
Glorious house, surrounded by gardens, moorland and deer park
Little Moreton Hall
Iconic Tudor Manor House with wonky angles and quirky character
Hare Hill
A tranquil wooded garden, surrounded by historic parkland, with a delightful walled garden at its heart.
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.
Alderley Edge and Cheshire Countryside
Dramatic red sandstone escarpment, with impressive views
Castlefield Viaduct
A Victorian-era former railway viaduct now transformed into Manchester's 'garden in the sky'.
Holcombe Moor and Stubbins Estate
Spread over acres of wooded hillside, farmland, and moorland, Holcombe Moor and Stubbins Estate forms part of the West Pennine Moors, a popular destination for outdoor and nature enthusiasts of all ages to enjoy.
Nether Alderley Mill
Concealed under the long sloping roof of this medieval building is a fully restored, working corn mill.
Top things to do in Cheshire and Greater Manchester
Things to see and do with the family in Cheshire and Manchester
Looking for places to visit with the kids in Cheshire and Manchester? Explore days out in nature, fun things to do for all the family and places to spot wildlife all year round.
Family days out in Cheshire and Manchester
Plan your a family day out in Cheshire and Manchester. We've got play areas, activities for kids, wildlife to spot and plenty of things to do when it rains.
Christmas events in Cheshire and Manchester
From winter illuminations to houses dressed for the season, there's plenty of festive things to do across Cheshire and Greater Manchester. Plan ahead and find a Christmas event near you this year.
What's on in Cheshire and Greater Manchester
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.
Events in Cheshire and Manchester
From guided walk and talks to exhibitions and things to do with the kids, find out what’s on in Cheshire and Manchester to make your next visit even more memorable.
Christmas at Dunham Massey
Step into a world of festive magic at Christmas at Dunham Massey. Make everlasting memories in the gardens as they're transformed into a glowing winter wonderland after-dark.
Visit the National Trust without a car
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.
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.
Our work in Cheshire and Greater Manchester
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.
Get involved in Cheshire and Greater Manchester
There are plenty of opportunities to get involved in our work across Cheshire and Greater Manchester.
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.
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.
Places to stay in Cheshire and Greater Manchester
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.
Hempfield Stables, Dunham Massey
A 19th-century stable by the canal path with 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.
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.
Upcoming events
Pooch Passport
Dunham Massey, AltrinchamIf you're planning a visit with your dog(s), why not pick up a Pooch Passport on your next walk?
Wellbeing Walks
Lyme, Stockport, CheshireGet out in the fresh air, re-connect with nature, and stretch your legs on one of our free volunteer-led group walks.
Explore Quarry Bank with HistoryScapes
Quarry Bank, Wilmslow, CheshireDiscover a new app that brings the history of Quarry Bank to life. HistoryScapes aims to help visitors explore historic landscapes and discover more about the history of the places cared for by the National Trust.
Pooch Passport
Quarry Bank, Wilmslow, CheshireIf you're planning a visit with your dog(s), why not pick up a Pooch Passport on your next walk?
Candlelight Concerts at Lyme
Lyme, Stockport, CheshireBe swept away by melodies surrounded by flickering candlelight while seated in a location steeped in heritage in this after-hours event.
'Repton at Tatton and Beyond', Tatton Garden Society Lecture
Tatton Park, Knutsford, CheshireJoin Tatton’s Head Gardener, Simon Tetlow, for a fascinating journey into the work of celebrated landscape designer Humphry Repton.
A Trail of Tails: Christmas in the House
Dunham Massey, AltrinchamThis Christmas, the circus has come to Dunham Massey, but the animals have escaped and are running wild through the house.
Christmas at Dunham Massey
Dunham Massey, AltrinchamStep into a world of festive magic as Christmas at Dunham Massey returns for 2026! This unmissable after-dark illuminated trail promises a breathtaking experience for all ages.