Lyme

Important notice -

To avoid disappointment please book your visit to Lyme in advance, especially at busier times such as weekends, school holidays and bank holidays. If you do not book we cannot guarantee admission.

Glorious house, surrounded by gardens, moorland and deer park

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Adults and two children taking an autumn walk amongst the trees

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit 

More than 100 gardens and parks and hundreds of coast and countryside places are open in England and Northern Ireland. Many historic houses are open in England. To avoid disappointment please book in advance, especially at weekends and school holidays. In line with Welsh Government legislation, all places in Wales will close from 24 October to 9 November. Please check the property webpage of the place you wish to visit before you travel. Read this article to find out how to book and what to expect from your visit.

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Please book ahead before visiting

The car park, parkland, house and gardens at Lyme are open. We've introduced advance booking to keep everyone safe and maintain social distancing. To avoid disappointment please book in advance, especially at busier times such as weekends, school holidays and bank holidays. However, where space is available on weekdays, pre-booking may not always be necessary.

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Timed entry to Lyme (19 Oct - 25 Oct)

Thu 22 Oct 2020
09:30-10:00
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Things to see and do

Two visitors walk along the lake side in the garden at Lyme on a sunny autumnal day
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Welcome in autumn at Lyme

As autumn rolls in, the leaves start to fall, temperatures cool, the days get shorter and we edge ever closer to the end of the year. Visit Lyme to see late bloomers in the garden, colourful canopies across the woodland and hear the roar of the deer as the rut begins.

Go exploring
Visitors head for a walk to the Cage at Lyme, Cheshire

Explore 1400 acres of historic parkland 

Despite everything going on around it, nature has been ticking along nicely at Lyme and the park is as beautiful as ever. If you are in need of some fresh air and beautiful views why not pay us a visit.

Visitors stand on the steps at the entrance to the house at Lyme, Cheshire

A house with six centuries of history 

The doors have re-opened and the dust sheets and covers have come off the furniture. Things are a little different in the house, but we would love to welcome you back, tell you centuries old stories and share with you the beautiful house at Lyme.

Visitors at Lyme in the Italian Garden

Lose yourself in the garden 

The garden is open again to visitors. The flowers are in bloom, the bees are buzzing and butterflies are fluttering from petal to petal. We appreciate this beautiful haven more than ever.

Two dogs at Lyme, Cheshire

Bring your dog for a four legged adventure 

With 1400 acres of rugged moorland, ancient woodlands and formal gardens, where better to come for a day out with your pooch than Lyme.

A small child and women (crouched) look at the base of a tree, surrounded by autumn colour

Family fun at Lyme this autumn 

The seasons keep changing but with tons of outdoor space to run wild in and lots of ideas for nature based adventures, there is still plenty to keep the kids entertained at Lyme.

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Eating and shopping

A man with glasses in profile view drinks from a takeaway cup

Grab a bite to eat

You'll find a Refreshment Kiosk in car park and the Timber Yard Cafe is also open from 10am–4pm serving a limited range of takeaway hot and cold drinks, and some light snacks. We’ve introduced new safety measures including closure of our seating areas, screens at our till and collection points, and waymarked routes. We’ll also only be accepting card payment. We look forward to welcoming you back and know that you’ll support us to make this a safe experience for everyone.

A selection of gardening tools and accessories displayed against a brick wall.

Pop into our shop

Our shop is open from 11am, Friday to Tuesday. For the safety of staff and visitors we've introduced social distancing measures and changes to payment, which will be via card only. It is through your purchases that we are able to continue looking after Lyme for everyone, for ever.

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History

The House and Collection

Alan Titchmarsh handling the Lyme Missal

The Lyme Missal 

Find out more about the fascinating Lyme Missal, deemed the most important printed book in the National Trust.

Visitors stand on the steps at the entrance to the house at Lyme, Cheshire

A house with six centuries of history 

The doors have re-opened and the dust sheets and covers have come off the furniture. Things are a little different in the house, but we would love to welcome you back, tell you centuries old stories and share with you the beautiful house at Lyme.

View of The Cage from the moor at Lyme, Cheshire

Discover the follies and structures on Lyme's landscape 

See the unmissable landmarks on Lyme's landscape, the buildings and structures that make up the sight lines across the park. Discover their rich history alongside wonderful views across Cheshire, Manchester and beyond.

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Our work

Two nurses hold children in the war nursery at Lyme, Cheshire
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Home Front - life at Lyme during the Second World War

Despite being such a recent part of our history, very little is known about Lyme during the Second World War. Can you help us fill in the gaps and paint a picture of what life was like here during the war?

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Conservation in action

A fold (herd) of highland cattle coming through a gate.

Grazing at Lyme 

Low intensity grazing has been re-introduced at Lyme in recent years. Find out more about these amazing grazing machines and how they are helping to shape the countryside at Lyme

The Ranger Team will be working hard on the Lime Avenue ponds restoration project for the next few weeks

Lime Avenue ponds Restoration Project 

Learn more about the 2017 Lime Avenue ponds Restoration Project.

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Art and collections

Our collections

Explore the objects and works of art we care for at Lyme on the National Trust Collections website

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