Capesthorne Hall
The much-loved home of the Bromley-Davenports, a site on which they and their ancestors have lived since Domesday times.
Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 9JY
Facilities
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Cafe / restaurant
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Mostly wheelchair accessible
- Guide dogs welcome
- Accessible parking
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Accessible toilets
Capesthorne Hall, built between 1719 and 1732 and set in 100 acres of picturesque Cheshire parkland, has been touched by nearly 1,000 years of history.
The Hall has a fascinating collection of fine art; marble sculptures; porcelains; tapestries and English, European, Far Eastern and American antique furniture collected by family members.
In the grounds enjoy the family Chapel, the 18th century Italian Milanese gates, the beautiful lakeside gardens and woodland walks.
The Hall and Gardens are open to visitors between March and October each year. They offer superb facilities for wedding ceremonies and receptions, special occasions and celebrations, day conferences, business meetings and dinners, corporate hospitality, marquee events, concerts, shows and fairs.
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.
Opening Times and Visitor Information for Capesthorne Hall
Capesthorne Hall is a stately home located in Cheshire, offering a variety of attractions and events for visitors. Below is a detailed summary of the opening times and conditions for visiting the Hall, Gardens, and other facilities in 2026.
General Opening Times
- The Hall and Gardens: Open Sundays, Mondays, and Bank Holidays from 3rd April to 26th October 2026.
- Gardens: Open from 12:00pm to 5:00pm (last entry at 3:00pm).
- Hall: Open from 12:30pm to 3:30pm (last entry at 3:00pm).
- Lakeside Tearoom: Open from 12:00pm to 4:00pm.
Admission Prices
- Garden Entry:
- Adults: £4.00
- Children (5-16 years): £1.00 (under 5s free)
- Family Ticket (2 adults and 2 children): £8.00
- Free for carers accompanying disabled visitors (proof required), Historic Houses Members, and BBC Gardeners World & CPRE 2-for-1 offer holders.
- Hall and Garden Entry:
- Adults: £8.00
- Children (5-16 years): £2.00 (under 5s free)
- Family Ticket (2 adults and 2 children): £16.00
- Free for carers accompanying disabled visitors (proof required) and Historic Houses Members.
- Unaccompanied wheelchair users: Half price entry to the Hall.
Caravan Park
The Capesthorne Hall Caravan Park is open from 1st May to 16th September 2026. Prices start at £27.50 per night for two adults, with additional charges for extra guests and special rates for Bank Holidays and event days. Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead.
Events
Capesthorne Hall hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including wedding open days, workshops, fairs, and recreational activities. Notable events in 2026 include:
- Wedding Open Days on 22nd February and 22nd March.
- Spring Candle Making and Afternoon Tea on 29th March.
- Discover Tree Climbing on 12th April and 4th May.
- Plant Hunters Fair on 10th May and 9th August.
- Cheshire Half Marathon on 13th September.
For more details on events, visitors are encouraged to check the specific event descriptions.
Additional Information
- Dogs are not permitted in the Hall or Chapel (except assistance dogs) and must be kept on a lead in other areas.
- Some areas may be unsuitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs due to uneven ground.
For any inquiries, visitors can contact Capesthorne Hall at 01625 861221.
Car Parking – Free
Garden Entry Pricing – Sundays, Mondays, and Bank Holidays – Adults £4.00, Children (5-16yrs) £1.00, Family Ticket (2 x adults & 2 x children) £8.00, Children under 5 go free
Hall & Garden Entry Pricing – Sundays, Mondays, and Bank Holidays – Adults £8.00, Children (5-16 yrs) £2.00, Family Ticket (2 x adults & 2 x children) £16.00, Children under 5 go free
Carers accompanying a disabled visitor (proof required to be shown on entry) and Historic Houses Members (HH membership car to be shown on entry) FOC
Dogs are welcome at Capesthorne and are allowed on all areas except the lawned gardens. They must be kept on a lead at all times due to local livestock and in consideration of other guests.
Some areas are unsuitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs due to uneven ground on the Woodland Walk, Wilderness Trail and the narrow pathway around the lower pool.
Group discounts available.
We can accommodate visits from both primary and secondary schools tailored to their requirements.
- Guide dogs welcome
- Accessible parking
- Wheelchair ramps/routes
- Accessible toilets
Getting here
Macclesfield, Cheshire, SK11 9JY
The main visitor entrance is at ///curbed.trade.apparatus. What does this mean?
Between Congleton and Macclesfield on the A34. 30 minutes south of Manchester. Near M6, M60 and M62.
No access via public transport.
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