Arley Hall
Famed for its beautiful gardens, the childhood home of Michael, Viscount Ashbrook.
Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 6NA
Facilities
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Accessible loos
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Cafe / restaurant
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Charged parking
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Facilities for children
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
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Pet friendly
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Picnic area
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Shop
Arley Hall & Gardens is a place of enormous character, charm and interest. Visitors are frequently struck by the warm and intimate atmosphere and the feeling that Arley is a much-cherished family home.
The elaborate ceilings and oak panelling, impressive fireplaces, intricate stained glass and beautiful contents are features which make Arley Hall so special. Visit and enter a piece of living history. Arley gives an intimate insight into life in the Hall and the history of a family that has cherished Arley as their home for over 550 years.
The Gardens, which are amongst the finest in Britain, are outstanding for their vitality, variety and historical interest and are particularly celebrated for the magnificent double herbaceous border.
Important information: opening info is generated by artificial intelligence; check specific attraction details before travelling.
The indicator above will show ‘open’ when the public have any kind of access to any part of this property. That could be the park, a shop, or a special event, and may not reflect regular admission times to the main attraction. Always consult the website of the house or garden you intend to visit before travelling to check that the attraction you are interested in is open.
Arley Hall & Gardens is a historic estate located in Cheshire, offering a variety of attractions and events for visitors. Below is a detailed summary of the opening times and activities available:
General Opening Times
Gardens: Open daily from 10am to 4pm during the low season (1st November 2025 - 2nd March 2026) and from 10am to 5pm during the high season (3rd March 2026 - 31st October 2026). Last entry is 30 minutes before closing. The gardens are closed on Christmas Day.
Hall: Open on specific days each month. Visitors are advised to check the What's On page for exact dates. Entry to the Hall is available as an upgrade to garden entry.
Admission Prices
- Garden Entry: Adults £7 (low season) / £13 (high season), Children (4-16) £4 (low season) / £6.50 (high season), Family (2 adults + 3 children) £20 (low season) / £36 (high season).
- Hall Entry: Adults £8, Children (4-16) £4, Family (2 adults + 3 children) £22. Hall entry is only available as an upgrade to garden entry.
- Parking: £4 per vehicle. Exemptions apply for annual pass holders, blue badge holders, and certain pre-booked groups.
Special Events
- Wedding Open Day: Sunday 25th January 2026.
- Guided Bluebell Walks: Dates for 2026 to be confirmed.
- The Great British Food Festival: Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th May 2026.
- Live at Arley Outdoor Concerts: Friday 15th May to Sunday 17th May 2026.
- Workshops: Various workshops including Willow Weaving and Alcohol Ink on Canvas are scheduled throughout the year.
Facilities
The estate includes a café, gift shop, children's play area, and picnic spots. Dogs are welcome in most areas except the Children's Play Zone and the Hall.
For more detailed information on specific events, workshops, and seasonal activities, visitors are encouraged to explore the What's On section of the estate's offerings.
Low Season – Jan, Feb, Nov & Dec
Adult £7
Child £4 (4-16years)
Family £20 (2A + 3C)
High Season – March – October
Adult £13
Child £6.50 (4-16years)
Family £36 (2A + 3C
Getting here
Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 6NA
Car park entrance at ///holidays.geese.faces.
Arley is a lovely route to cycle but please note that this is a private estate and if you choose to cycle anywhere other than the footpaths and bridle paths please respect that you are on private land and as such will be asked to follow our guidelines. If you decide to take a breather and enjoy our surroundings, please use the bike racks by the shop entrance before paying for entry via the shop.
The Arley estate is open every day from 10am until 4pm, outside of these hours (unless you are on the public access paths / bridleways) you are not permitted anywhere on the estate. Please respect that this is private land and outside of visitor opening hours you are not permitted onto the estate.
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