Cheshire loves its gardens, and they say that every garden is a reflection of its gardener. Some are showy and ostentatious, others are more whimsical and romantic. Some are earnestly intellectual, others are humble and utilitarian. Some are experimental and creative; others are shy and secretive, making the pleasure of discovery all the more sublime.
Well, this is Cheshire… and this winter why not discover which of our gardens is more suited to you when you take the magical Cheshire’s Gardens of Distinction trail through twelve of the finest.
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Chester
Plants make Chester Zoo a beautiful place and you will find them used in many different ways.
Garden
Warrington
Enjoy a stroll around this beatifully-designed garden with its hidden paths and wooded areas which create a wonderful tranquil escape.
Garden
Neston
Garden
Macclesfield
Dating from 1719, Capesthorne Hall dominates the landscaped park punctuated with groups of trees and three serene lakes.
Historic House / Palace
Runcorn
The stunning grounds are bursting with excitement, including a special winter tour of the Walled Garden and carol singing in the Undercroft.
Museum
Northwich
Winner of Small Attraction of the Year award at the Northwest Regional Tourism Awards 2009 -lovingly created by the same family over 250 years, Arley Hall’s gardens are a wonderful example of the idea that the best gardens are living works of art.
Historic House / Palace
Altrincham
Take a first look at Britain's biggest winter garden.
Garden
Stockport
Wrap up and enjoy a winter walk through the tranquil park of this historic estate.
Historic House / Palace
Holmes Chapel
Enjoy a visit to Jodrell Bank this winter.
Parkland / Woodland Garden
Macclesfield
The home of Mary Fitton, the 'Dark Lady' of Shakespeare’s sonnets, Gawsworth Hall’s romantic associations are echoed in the garden’s broad lawns.
Garden
Knutsford
A winter trip to Tatton Park wouldn't be complete without a visit to the Gift Shop and Housekeeper's Store, where you'll find estate-reared meats, plenty of local produce and a host of alternative gift ideas.
Garden
Styal
Visit one of Britain's greatest industry heritage sites and enjoy a winter trail around its 18th century valley garden between.
Water Mill