Find Gardens to visit in Cheshire near to you!
Cheshire really has some super varied gardens for you to visit and enjoy.
From the old Ice House of Capesthorne Hall Gardens the temple and arboretum of Cholmondeley Castle Gardens, the Rock and Wildflower Meadow at Ness Botanic Gardens to the woodland walks of Quarry Bank.
And don’t forget the sculpture gardens at Carden Park Sculpture Garden or the lovely formal walled garden at Arley Hall, Rode Hall and Norton Priory.
For family days out and perfect picnic locations try Hare Hill Gardens near Macclesfield or Walton Hall & Gardens with their Children’s Zoo!
Dunham Massey Gardens, Altringham, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.7/5 Stars
Dunham Massey Garden has lots to see & do for all the family. Plenty of shops, cafes, play area, is dog friendly with good wildlife spotting. Christmas lights are excellent! More Details here
Arley Hall & Gardens, Northwich, Cheshire
Split into 2 areas, formal and woodlands, there are lots of smaller gardens to wander through & enjoy. The woodland offers walking for your dog. A good Cafe & Plant Shop as well. More Details here
Stonyford Cottage Gardens, Northwich, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.6/5 Stars
Stonyford Cottage Gardens are a bit of a gem with beautiful woodland gardens, pools, planting & wildlife.
Dog friendly, Plant Sales, Events & a Tearoom. More Details here
Walton Hall & Gardens, Warrington, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.6/5 Stars
Walton Hall & Gardens has so much to see and do and makes a perfect family day out. From the formal gardens packed with rhododendrons to the ponds & woodland walks. Children’s Zoo, Play Area, Cafe, Shops & Cycle Museum! And a lot more! More Details here
Capesthorne Hall Gardens, Capesthorne, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.6/5 Stars
Capesthorne Hall Gardens surround the hall and comprise of woodland, lakes and parkland for you to wander round and enjoy. Mostly dog friendly.
While there is a natural beauty to the grounds you also get the odd glimpse of the past with the ice house and boat house ruins. More Details here
Cholmondeley Castle Gardens, Malpas, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.5/5 Stars
Cholmondeley Castle Gardens actually comprises of several distinct gardens, lakeside walks and play areas.
The gardens include a walk up the Tower Hill to get some smashing views over Cheshire. More Details here
Ness Botanic Gardens, Ness, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.7/5 Stars
The Ness Botanic Gardens are part of the Liverpool University and cover 64 acres with views across the River Dee and into North Wales.
You will have lots of differing areas to discover such as the Rock Garden, Water Garden, Terraces, Mediterranean Garden, Wildflower Meadow and Rhododendron Border. More Details here
Quarry Bank, Styal, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.7/5 Stars
Quarry Bank has some smashing woodland walks for you to take and keep an eye out for kingfishers or otters!
There is a maze in the Mill Meadow which is open during the summer.
There are a number of self guided routes such as the Giants Castle (approximately 3.5 miles), Kingfisher Walk (1.5 miles) and a walk through the Southern Woods (1 mile). More Details here
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Bluebell Cottage Gardens, Warrington, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.7/5 Stars
Bluebell Cottage Gardens are described as ‘one of Cheshire’s best kept secrets‘.
The gardens consist of a series of interlinked gardens from natural bluebell woods, beautiful gardens, wildflower meadows and the chance to spot some local wildlife. More Details here
Moreton Hall Garden, Congleton, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.7/5 Stars
Little Moreton Hall Garden is set in the grounds of a very wonky Tudor Hall & moat! Expect to see snowdrops, wildlife & roses.
Super Tearooms & a bookshop. More Details here
Carden Park Sculpture Garden, Chester, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.6/5 Stars
Carden Park Sculpture Garden is set in the 100+ acres of grounds at the Carden Park Hotel & Spa.
Feel free to have a wander around and if you have deep pockets you can buy many of the pieces on show. And check out the vineyard! More Details here
Hare Hill Gardens, Macclesfield, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.4/5 Stars
Hare Hill Gardens is a great spot for all the family. Take a picnic to the walled garden, wander around the parklands & do some bird spotting. More Details here
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Norton Priory Gardens, Runcorn, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.7/5 Stars
Norton Priory Gardens are 2.5 acre walled garden with rose walk, orchards & herb garden. Enjoy woodland walks, streams and sculptures. Dog friendly. More Details here
Dorfold Hall Garden, Nantwich, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.7/5 Stars
Norton Priory Gardens are 2.5 acre walled garden with rose walk, orchards & herb garden. Enjoy woodland walks, streams and sculptures.
Dog friendly. More Details here
Jodrell Bank Arboretum, Macclesfield, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.5/5 Stars
The Jodrell Bank Arboretum is dominated by the telescope but expect to find lovely ponds, pathways, planting, wildlife, small play area, cafes & a gift shop! More Details here
Rode Hall Gardens, nr Congleton, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.5/5 Stars
Rode Hall Gardens have plenty to see from Snowdrops & Bluebells, the Walled Kitchen Garden, Lake, Formal Gardens & a Cafe. Dog friendly & a good Farmers Market each month. More Details here
Dunge Valley Gardens, Kettleshulme, Cheshire
Google Visitor Review Score 4.3/5 Stars
Dunge Valley Gardens & Nature Reserve in the Peak District are an ideal way to relax in a tranquil setting with beautiful, varied planting, streams & plentiful wildlife. More Details here
Accommodation in Cheshire
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All information correct at the date of publication.