A lot seems to have been done to improve this NT site since I last visited many years ago. Beautifully designed walled garden with mainly white flowers, surrounded by wood-like parkland with winding paths and interesting plants. It's not exciting but beautiful and relaxing. Two interesting modern works of sculpture. Helpful staff at the small centre, there are also second-hand books to buy or read in the bench nook in the walled garden. Parking appears to be free, entry to the park and garden £9 at full price currently.
Although not the largest national trust site, around 10 acres, this was still an enjoyable experience. The wall garden and surrounding areas are very picturesque, and this would be a nice place to have a picnic. There is a small playground for children located near the walled garden. In all, it took around 40 minutes to walk around the grounds. The staff are very friendly and informative. There is no cafe, but the main kiosk does sell hot beverages and snacks. There is sufficient carparking(which is free), and national trust members can enter free of charge. However, for non-members, the £9 entry fee,given its size, is a bit steep. The entry fee for children is £4.50.
You will find a sense of Peace and calm here, you can buy refreshments in the welcome building , there's a walled garden, ponds with bridges crossing , wooded areas to walk, toilets behind the walled garden, great day for small children to explore & let loose in the walled garden area, rope swing & a children's slide in the woods. If you feel like walking further away from hare Hill, there's a Permissive Path to Alderley Edge, which is a 2 mile walk away. The driveway entrance is a single path road which is very narrow and full of potholes, so take it steady, parking is free
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