National Trust - Hare Hill - Macclesfield

Andrew S.

Hare Hill is a stunning National Trust site. The permissive path lets you explore the surrounding countryside for free. It's a peaceful walk through ancient woods and across farmland. The path can be closed occasionally when the cows are calving.

Jools

First of all...the STAFF. They give the best welcome, informative, friendly and helpful,(husband left his card at home ) from first entrance to buying ice cream at the end , all are such an asset.
The Garden itself is just a beautiful, peaceful haven with some magnificent rhodedendrons in flower , such colours.
Ducklings happily learning to swim on the ponds, picnic benches and a walled garden, so a choice of areas to eat your picnic.
This place just seems a world away from anywhere for a short while.
Just perfect.

Sophie B.

Such a wholesome afternoon! Highly recommend visiting Hare Hill if you’re wanting some fresh air. Such a beautiful place to have a little wander, appreciate the gorgeous flowers and slow down for an hour or so! Take some change for the cute book store or even donate some books. Big shout out to Ed and Heather who made us feel extremely welcome and were both very knowledgable.

Hannah W.

What an amazing place! There's a brilliant woodland garden with some very special Rhododendrons, Camelia's and Azeleas. It's a stunning place in spring. Then, as a contrast, there's a very well maintained walled garden with some nice places to sit.

It's easy to find your way around and a great place for spotting wildlife with the lakes and bird hide.
Good sized carpark, garden museum, toilets, and hot drinks and snacks available at the visitor reception.

Marsinah H.

What a beautiful place🌳🌺🍂 The staff were friendly, funny, and full of knowledge regarding the history of Hare Hill. Walking towards the various areas with some hidden gems brought feelings of calmness, being one with nature, and encompassed by it all. This was my random stop off before heading home after 3 (and a bit days) of alone time at The Tytherington, and I will definitely be returning with the family brood in tow... Ps. The book collection is great 'zombie apocalypse' here we go!!!😆

A

I have not seen the garden in its full power, the spring just start to kick in, but it is a nice smooth and easy walk around.
Can be done in ~1h or spend your time sitting on benches or on the grass.
Toilet is near the ponds.
Parking is available at entrance.
Great for kids and elderly people to enjoy the nature, song of the birds and neat flowers at summer time.

Ivy C.

Staff great,very informative.Lovely woodland garden,great listening to the birdsong.Wonderful walled garden.
They do sell drinks,no toilets,free parking.Enjoyed the visit.

Catherine S.

Stunning location, beautiful rhododendrons, loved the walled garden, but I had seen mention of hare sculptures and we only found a bird... n. Great 2nd hand bookshop inside.
update
Returned this year, thank you for making more memories for me x