Local attractions
There's plenty to do in the area, you could make a day of it and visit a local attraction before or after you come to see us. Here are a few ideas to get you started...
Tatton Park
Tatton Park, Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6QN
Tel: 01625 374 400 | www.tattonpark.org.uk
From the Bulls Head - about 11 miles to/from Tatton Park, around a 25 minute drive.
Jodrell Bank
Bomish Lane, Macclesfield, Cheshire SK11 9DL
Tel: 01477 571 766 | www.jodrellbank.net
Open Daily 10am to 5pm
From the Bulls Head - about 10 miles to/from Jodrell Bank, around a 20 minute drive.
Alderly edge farmers market
Festival Hall, Alderley Edge, Cheshire, SK9 7JT
Tel: 01625 251 753 | www.alderleyedgefarmersmarket.com
Runs on the 2nd Sunday of every month from 10am to 2pm
From the Bulls Head - about 2.5 miles, around a 20 minute drive along Mottram Rd.
Arley Hall and Gardens
Arley, Northwich. CW9 6NA
Tel: 01565 777 353 | www.arleyhallandgardens.com
Open March 29th to September 30th - 11am to 5pm (Monday to Sunday inclusive)
From the Bulls Head - about 17 miles to/from Arley Hall, around a 35 minute drive.
Bollin Valley Way
www.bollinvalley.org.uk/SitesAndTrails/bollin_valley_way
The Bollin Valley Way is a 25 mile (40 km) recreational path shadowing the course of the River Bollin. The route starts at Macclesfield Riverside Park and finishes in Partington giving walkers a feel of the valley's variety. It takes in fields and woodlands, towns and villages, and passes within touching distance of the pub. You've earnt that thirst quencher.
From the Bulls Head - approx 1000 metres, around a 10 minute walk to/from the Bollin Valley Way.
Gawsworth Hall
Gawsworth Hall, Church Lane, Gawsworth, Cheshire. SK11 9RN
Tel: 01260 223 456 | www.gawsworthhall.com
Open 5th may to 22nd September - Sundays 2pm - 5pm, and 21st June to 31st august daily 2pm - 5pm
From the Bulls Head - about 7 miles to/from Gawsworth Hall, around a 15 minute drive.
Hare Hill Gardens
Hare Hill, Over Alderley, Macclesfield, Cheshire. SK10 4QB
Tel: 01625 584 412 | www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hare-hill/
This tranquil woodland garden, especially spectacular in early summer, includes more than 70 varieties of rhododendrons, plus azaleas, hollies and hostas. Open during summer months 10am to 5pm Tuesday to Sunday, but please check their website for latest details.
From the Bulls Head - 2 miles to/from Hare Hill Gardens, a 5 minute drive or a 30ish minute walk on a sunny day.
Capesthorne Hall
Capesthorne Hall, Siddington, Macclesfield, Cheshire. SK11 9JY
Tel: 01625 861 221 | www.capesthorne.com/hall-and-gardens
A distinctive Jacobean style house with Georgian Chapel and delightful gardens set in over 100 acres of parkland.
From the Bulls Head - 10 miles to/from Capesthorne Hall, around a 20 minute drive.
Little Morton Hall
Little Moreton Hall, Congleton, Cheshire. CW12 4SD
Tel: 01260 272 018 | www.nationaltrust.org.uk/little-moreton-hall/
Iconic Tudor Manor House - "Logically it should not still be standing up!"
From the Bulls Head - 15 miles to/from Little Morton Hall, around a 30 minute drive.