Group and educational visits to Quarry Bank

Group visits 

A discounted admission is offered for groups of 15 or more, while National Trust members enter free. Coach drivers and group organisers will receive a complimentary ticket. 

Coach bays are available in the car park and we offer a meet and greet welcome on board. 

Bespoke tours of the mill or garden are also on offer, from £30 per group of 15 people. 

For further information, to check availability or to make a booking, please telephone 01625 445852 or email quarrybank@nationaltrust.org.uk. 

Free familiarisation visits for group leaders 

If you're planning a group visit you can request our free Travel Trade Pass and you and a friend or colleague will gain free entry to over 300 of our places throughout England, Wales and Northern Ireland for 12 months. There’s nothing quite like seeing or experiencing somewhere for yourself to help you plan a successful visit. To receive your pass, call 0344 249 1895 or email us at traveltrade@nationaltrust.org.uk

Who is eligible for free entry? 

Registered tourist board guides (on production of a valid badge), coach drivers and tour leaders escorting groups of 15 or more. National Trust members also receive free entry, so it is at your discretion whether to refund the entrance fee to members if you have included it in your package – this is not refunded by the National Trust. 

Members must bring their current membership cards with them to avoid paying the full group rate. If any of your group would like to join the National Trust please direct them to our Membership page or call 0344 800 1895.

Pre-bookable learning opportunities 

At Quarry Bank, we offer exciting learning opportunities for all. From primary and secondary pupils to colleges, universities and home educators, we're looking forward to welcoming you.

With strong curriculum ties, Quarry Bank offers a variety of experiences from engaging tours to bug hunts, immersing learners in history and nature. Find out more about how an educational trip to Quarry Bank can support your students learning.

Education Group Access Pass 

Schools can benefit from an Educational Group Access Pass, which is an annual membership giving free access to the whole school at National Trust places along with reduced costs for guided visits. More information can be found here. 

How to book

All educational group visits to Quarry Bank must be pre-booked due to the popularity of the property and our offer. 

To book for academic year 2025/2026, please complete our educational booking request form and email to Quarry.Learning@nationaltrust.org.uk  For full details of our learning offer for educational groups please see our Essential Information Pack. As our learning offer ties in closely with the school curriculum our availability fills up quickly. We advise booking at least 2 terms in advance to avoid disappointment.  

Bookings can only be taken via email. The learning office is open Monday to Wednesday from 9.00am-5.00pm during term time only to process your booking or to respond to queries. Please note our learning timetable follows Cheshire East term dates, with reduced opening days during the winter months.