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Great houses and glorious gardens, moorland landscapes and medieval deer parks around Cheshire and Greater Manchester.
Houses and buildings in Cheshire and Manchester
From grand mansions full of stories and history, to a restored working mill once home to an entire industrial community, there is something for everyone to discover in the houses and buildings around Cheshire and Greater Manchester.
Houses decorated for Christmas near Manchester
Step inside cosy houses filled with Christmas colour, glistening trees and festive decorations throughout December.
Lyme, Stockport
Take a Christmas voyage around the globe and discover the wonderful creations of Handmade Theatre in an immersive experience inside the house at Lyme. Wander through beautifully decorated rooms, each inspired by diverse Christmas traditions from across the world and discover the many ways communities come together to celebrate the season.
Little Moreton Hall, Congleton
The mischievous Lord of Misrule and his playful band of fools find themselves mysteriously transported from the time of Henry VIII to Little Moreton Hall today. Adventure through Little Moreton Hall to discover how Christmas has changed over the centuries. From festive fashions and gift-giving to seasonal food and decorations, much of modern Christmas is a complete mystery to these Tudor tricksters.
Tatton Park, Knutsford
From the vibrant colours of India to the serene beauty of Japan, Tatton Park’s mansion will be transformed with stunning decorations, dazzling displays and beautifully themed rooms this Christmas.
Dunham Massey, Altrincham
This Christmas, the circus has come to Dunham Massey, but the animals have escaped and are running wild through the house. Families are invited to follow the footprints, search the rooms and track down all the missing gifts to save Christmas.
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.
Houses and buildings to visit in Cheshire and Manchester
Many of the houses and buildings we care for are currently closed as we get ready for Christmas. Please check individual opening times before you visit.
Quarry Bank
Uncover the story of Quarry Bank, once one of the largest cotton manufacturers in the world and home to a complete Industrial Revolution community.
Lyme
The house, including the Dressing Room, is temporarily closed from 2 - 26 November for essential conservation work and Christmas preparation. The house will reopen for The World at Christmas from 27 November.
Dunham Massey
Explore the Georgian house at Dunham Massey, see the extensive collection, and uncover the stories of those who lived and worked here. The house is now closed for cleaning and conservation. It will reopen on 15 February 2027.
Little Moreton Hall
While modern life rushes by outside, Little Moreton Hall, encircled by a moat, survives as a Tudor fantasy, transporting you back to another time.
Tatton Park
Explore the mansion at Tatton Park, a National Trust property cared for by Cheshire East Council. Discover its opulent state rooms, vast collection and complete servants’ quarters.
Nether Alderley Mill
Concealed under the long sloping roof of this medieval building is a fully restored, working corn mill.
Top collection items to see
The Cadmus Tapestries at Lyme
After three years and 1,500 hours of specialist conservation work, the tapestry, ‘Cadmus Sent in Search of Europa’, is back on display at Lyme. This rare 17th century Flemish tapestry is part of a set of three that tell the Greek myth of Prince Cadmus, the founder of the city of Thebes.
Stags in Bradgate Park
Thought lost for decades and feared melted down, this silver sculpture has miraculously survived and tells the story of love and rebellion. See it on display in the Great Gallery at Dunham Massey.
The Sarum Missal at Lyme
You can see one of the most important books in the National Trust’s care in the Library at Lyme. The Missal, dating back to 1487, provides a fascinating insight into religious practices in England. Pen-and-ink annotations and additions show how the Legh family reacted to the Reformation.
Little Parlour wall paintings
Wall paintings dating back to the 16th century were discovered behind panelling at Little Moreton Hall in 1976. The paper border tells the biblical story of Susanna and the Elders and show how the Moreton's responded to religious change.
Indenture of a child worker
Children were a central part to the early successes of mills and made up a large percentage of the workforce. This indenture from 1795 tells the story of children as young as eight who were handed over by their parents or the Workhouse to work in the mills. This item is part of a collection of around 60 indentures held at Quarry Bank.
Houses to explore near Manchester
Houses and buildings
Historic houses and buildings are full of stories, art and collections. Learn more about their past and plan your next visit.
Houses and buildings in Liverpool and Lancashire
From the Elizabethan architecture of Gawthorpe Hall to the homes that were the birthplace of the Beatles, there's plenty to discover inside the buildings we look after in Liverpool and Lancashire.
Houses and buildings in the Lake District
Alongside its natural outdoor wonders the Lake District also has many inspiring houses and buildings to visit, from the impressive Allan Bank where Wordsworth once lived, to the former farmhouse of Beatrix Potter.
Houses and buildings in Yorkshire
Discover Yorkshire's history with visits to the grand halls of Nostell and Beningbrough, and the family homes of East Riddlesden and Ormesby Hall, while the ruins of Fountains Abbey will give you a different perspective.
Houses and buildings in Wales
Explore magnificent Welsh mansions and their collections, from ancestral homes to buildings designed by renowned architects. Discover the history and tales from bygone days, in breath-taking settings across Wales.
