Things to do in Macclesfield

Macclesfield is bursting with things to see and do!

Here you will find stately homes and historic houses, canal boats for hire, glorious gardens, quaint little churches and interesting museums and galleries.

Whether you want to pack your diary full or prefer to take life at a more leisurely pace, you'll find a selection of glorious places to visit, places to shop and things to do in Macclesfield.

Explore the great outdoors with one of the many walking, cycling and horse riding routes that criss cross the Cheshire peaks and plains.

Make the most of your time in this beautiful part of Cheshire.

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Silk Museum

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Museum

Macclesfield

Join an Up Close Tour of the Silk Museum where our expert guides look at all aspects of Mill life and silk production, the inspiring Pattern Books and the beauty of the textiles to the global phenomenon of silk.

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Teggs Nose Country Park

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Country / Royal Park

Macclesfield

At Tegg’s Nose Country Park rock dominates the landscape. Dry stone walls and sturdy barns add to the dramatic character of the steeply sided valleys while many of the hill tops are pitted with old quarries.

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Macclesfield Forest

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Nature Trail

Macclesfield

Today Macclesfield Forest is managed by United Utilities as part of the water catchment area around the reseroirs. There are four reservoirs in the vicinity with Ridgegate and Trentabank reservoirs providing Macclesfield town with drinking water.

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Grit and Gears II

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Cycle Route

Macclesfield

A challenging route over wild terrian for experienced mountain bikers. The route starts from Tegg's Nose Country Park, Macclesfield.

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Macclesfield Riverside Park

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Country / Royal Park

Macclesfield

Macclesfield Riverside has a variety of habitats and is a great place to watch wildlife. You may see the herd of Longhorn cattle, an ancient and docile breed, which grazes the meadows to help preserve plant species diversity.

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Macclesfield Golf Club

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Golf Course

Macclesfield

Parkland golf course with extensive views over the Cheshire plain.

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Shutlingsloe Walk

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Walking Route

Macclesfield

Starting at Trentabank car park in Macclesfield Forest, follow a circular route over Shutlingsloe, Wildboarclough and Oaken Clough back to Trentabank car park.

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Bosley and Croker Hill Walk

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Walking Route

This is an energetic but spectacular walk with fabulous views across the Cheshire Plain and Peak District. On the ridge top there is no shelter from the wind, rain or snow so make sure you are correctly equipped for the conditions.

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Champneys Mottram Hall Golf Course

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Golf Course

Macclesfield

Mottram Hall’s championship golf course is set in 270 acres of Cheshire's finest parkland and is located one mile from the picturesque village of Prestbury.

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Blaze Farm & The Potty Sheep

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Farm

Macclesfield

Blaze Farm is set in beautiful countryside with panoramic views. We are a traditional working farm, having dairy cows, sheep, turkeys and hens.

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Astle Park

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Municipal Park

Macclesfield

Popular venue for many of the borough's key events.

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Knutsford Indoor Market

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Market

Knutsford

A variety of goods are available from Knutsford market, from toys to food. The covered market is situated on Silk Street in the town centre. Tuesdays, Fridays & Saturdays 8am - 4pm.

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Gawsworth Hall

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Historic House / Palace

Macclesfield

This 15th century, traditionally built half-timbered house is said to have been the home of Mary Fitton, the supposed ‘Dark Lady’ of Shakespeare’s sonnets. It is also possible that the great poet himself, visited Gawsworth as he travelled North.

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Trentabank Reservoir

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Nature Reserve

Macclesfield

A coniferous plantation surrounds Trentabank Reservoir with a large heronry of about 22 pairs.
Located in Macclesfield Forest some 3 miles south east of Macclesfield.
Due to its location and accessibility it is one of the most visited…

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Clonter Opera Theatre

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Theatre

Congleton

The 'Clonter Experience' offers you the opportunity to entertain friends and clients in the convivial atmosphere of an intimate theatre whilst enjoying operatic productions as well as jazz and other musical events.

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Gawsworth Hall Gardens

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Garden

Macclesfield

The home of Mary Fitton, the 'Dark Lady' of Shakespeare’s sonnets, Gawsworth Hall’s romantic associations are echoed in the garden’s broad lawns.
PLEASE CALL 01260 223456 OR VISIT GAWSWORTH HALL WEBSITE FOR OPENING TIMES AND PRICES

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