Cholmondeley Castle Gardens is a must-visit Cheshire garden for those seeking breathtaking floral displays and scenic beauty. In spring, a sea of golden daffodils blankets the landscape, while trees burst into life with delicate white blossoms. As the seasons change, vibrant rose gardens add a rich tapestry of color.
Nestled in the heart of the Cheshire countryside, this stunning 70-acre estate offers magnificent displays throughout the year, showcasing an ever-changing array of botanical delights. Whether you're a nature lover, a gardening enthusiast, or simply looking for a picturesque escape, Cholmondeley Castle Gardens promises an unforgettable experience.
Perched at the highest point of the grounds, the majestic castle provides a striking backdrop to the gardens. Visitors can explore the enchanting rose garden, a diverse arboretum, and the serene temple garden. Picturesque ponds, adorned with charming wooden bridges, lead to small islands featuring unique metal sculptures, adding an artistic touch to this idyllic setting.
Top Info
🎟 Pre Booked Tickets online Adults £9, Children £4.50 under 5’s are free
🎟 Tickets bought on the gate on the day – Adults £10, Children £5, under 5’s are free
🌼 RHS Members gain free access only in May and September and do not need to pre-book
☕ Cafe
🚻 Toilets
👶 Pushchair Friendly
🛝 Playground and Natural play area
🌳 Woodland walk
🌹 Beautiful gardens
🌞 Seasonal Events
🌎 Cheshire, Malpas SY14 8AH
🌼 The Gardens
The gardens are the real star of the show. With sweeping lawns, tranquil lakes, and a wide variety of flowers and plants, there's something new to admire at every turn. The Rose Garden is a particular highlight, bursting with color and fragrance in the summer months. The Temple Garden provides a more serene atmosphere, while the Lavinia Walk offers a picturesque route lined with seasonal blooms.
If you're a fan of wildlife, the gardens are home to plenty of birds, butterflies, and even the occasional deer. The combination of water features, woodland areas, and carefully curated flower beds creates an environment that feels both natural and enchanting.
🏰 The Castle & Surroundings
Although the castle itself is not open to the public, it serves as a dramatic backdrop to the gardens. Its fairytale-like turrets and grand architecture add to the charm of the estate. Visitors can explore the parkland, which includes a lakeside children’s play area and a cosy tearoom.
🥪 Tea Room
After a long stroll, the Tea Room is the perfect place to relax with a cup of tea and a homemade treat. The café offers light lunches, delicious cakes, and locally sourced ingredients. You can even order an afternoon tea box to collect and have it as a picnic in the garden. There is a picnic area available if you prefer to bring your own food too.
🛝 Children's Play Area
The children's play area is situated by the Mere. It a safe and enclosed area with wooden swings, climbing frame and slide. There are a number of picnic tables where families can sit and enjoy a picnic and the views over the mere while their children play.
🚗 Facilities
It ticks so many boxes for families on a day out including free parking, disabled parking, cafe, toilets, dog friendly and pushchair friendly. The grounds are well maintained by the gardening team and always a pleasure to explore.
History of the Castle.
The Cholmondeley family have lived on these lands since Norman times, with the castle built in the early 19th century by the 1st Marquess. Nestled within historic parkland our 70acres of beautiful gardens offer magnificent displays through the seasons and are filled with colour and botanical delights. The first member of the family to take the name was Robert de Cholmondeley; he became the 1st Lord of Cholmondeley in about 1200. However little is recorded about the actual Cholmondeley houses between 1066 and 1571.
🥳Seasonal Events
Cholmondeley Castle & Gardens put on lots of extra seasonal events throughout the year including for Mother's Day, Easter Egg Hunts, Bluebell Walks, Deva Festival and Plant Fairs.
Check out their next events on their website
Visit March 2025
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