Dunham Massey - National Trust

Nestled between the vibrant city of Manchester and the beginnings of rural Cheshire, Dunham Massey includes a 300-acre deer park, a historic house and buildings, and all-season gardens. Outdoors, accessible paths pass roaming fallow deer and ancient trees in the parkland, while the Winter and Rose Gardens reveal the sights and scents of the seasons.

Across the moat, the Georgian house offers a backdrop to the formal gardens making a picturesque spot for picnickers. Indoors, ornate rooms and servant's quarters hold a collection that spans the history of the house, while the water-powered mill and other historic buildings add further context that beckons you into the past. Welcome across the deer park, North Park and gardens (from 12noon), dogs on a short lead are frequent visitors to Dunham Massey. For a frozen treat or warm drink, you can order and sit with your dog in the Ice Cream Parlour. The Stables Restaurant has a dog -friendly area as you enter to the right. Enjoy outdoor refreshments on the Cafe terrace with your furry friend. Only assistance Dogs are permitted in the historic buildings, larger Stables Restaurant space, and in the gardens in the mornings.

The Dunham Massey shop is a treasure trove of delightful products with which to treat yourself or a loved one. With everything from fashion accessories to delicious preserves, via a wide range of ecologically friendly utensils and supplies, you are sure to find something you like.