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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A mother and daughter watch a deer grazing with autumn tree in the background and leaves on the ground

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Dunham Massey

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

Grand house with columns reflected in a lake and surrounded with autumn trees at Lyme Park, Cheshire

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Lyme

Glorious house, surrounded by gardens, moorland and deer park

A view of the River Bollin and mill at Quarry Bank in Autumn

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Quarry Bank

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

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Hare Hill

A tranquil wooded garden, surrounded by historic parkland, with a delightful walled garden at its heart.

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

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Little Moreton Hall

Iconic Tudor Manor House with wonky angles and quirky character

Beech trees in soft sunlight, amongst the woodlands of Alderley Edge

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Alderley Edge and Cheshire Countryside

Dramatic red sandstone escarpment, with impressive views

Two women with prams walking through an autumnal garden at Tatton Park

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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.

Woman in a yellow jacket holding her daughter who is wearing a red jacket and pushing a buggy along a path surrounded by large metal planters filled with plants and trees

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Castlefield Viaduct

Striking Victorian-era steel viaduct, hoping to become a green ‘sky garden’ in the heart of historic Manchester. Book for a free guided visit selected mornings or simply walk up for a wander every afternoon, Wednesday and weekends.

Visitors sitting on a bench under a tree in the garden at Dunham Massey, Cheshire.

Gardens and parks in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

Quarry Bank mansion house on a slope taken from below, surrounded by autumn trees

Houses and buildings in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

Visitors walking in Chapel Woods in autumn at Quarry Bank, Cheshire

Walking in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

Two visitors walking their dogs on leads along a path through the autumnal woodland at Wallington

Dog-friendly places in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

Images shows a young boy adding a star decoration to a Christmas tree at Attingham Park

Christmas around Cheshire and Greater Manchester

Participant running during the Night Run event in the park at Nostell Priory and Parkland, Yorkshire

Outdoor activities in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

Visitors by the lake in the garden in autumn at Lyme Park, Cheshire

Countryside and woodland in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

People sat around a table enjoying some hot drinks at Nostell Priory and Parkland, Yorkshire

Places to eat in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

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.

A woman and a child throwing leaves in an autumn woodland at Dunham Massey

Family-friendly places in Cheshire and Greater Manchester

Plan an autumn adventure in Cheshire and Greater Manchester, with play areas, activities for kids, autumn wildlife to spot and plenty of things to do when it rains, there's something for the whole family.

Upcoming events 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. Find out what's on and what's coming soon in Cheshire and Greater Manchester to help make your next visit even more memorable.

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

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Green academy programme volunteer on a wildflower planting project in the upper garden at Quarry Bank Mill, 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.

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 exterior of East Lodge, Disley, Stockport, Cheshire

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.

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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Jolly Robin's Winter Walk

Dunham Massey, Altrincham

Join Jolly Robin for a mood boosting, warming walk across the Dunham Massey Park this winter.

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Specialist tour - Behind closed doors

Lyme, Stockport, Cheshire

The house at Lyme has many secrets from throughout the centuries. As part of this 45 minute tour around the house, see what lies behind hidden cupboards, doors and cabinets, in this exclusive tour with Lyme's experts.

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Welcome to Wonderland Christmas Mansion

Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire

New for Christmas 2023! Step into a festive Mansion, down the rabbit hole and find yourself in the magical world of Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland.