Dunham Massey
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 servants' 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. Trails, events and seasonal happenings are frequent, as is the tendency to return to this much-loved place.
Opening hours
House 11am - 4.15pm
Garden 10am - 5pm
Park 9am - 5pm
Café 9am - 5pm
Stables Restaurant 9.30am - 3pm
Shop 9.30am - 5pm
Car Park 9am - 5.15pm
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 servants' 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. Trails, events and seasonal happenings are frequent, as is the tendency to return to this much-loved place.
Opening hours
House 11am - 4.15pm
Garden 10am - 5pm
Park 9am - 5pm
Café 9am - 5pm
Stables Restaurant 9.30am - 3pm
Shop 9.30am - 5pm
Car Park 9am - 5.15pm
Travelling here by car
Dunham Massey is located on Woodhouse Lane in Altrincham, off the A56. Exit at junction 19 off the M6; and junction 7 off the M56. Please park in the marked bays.
Parking: 12 electric vehicle charging points are now available. See “Facilities” for more information. Drivers will require their own cables to charge.
Sat Nav: The postcode for Dunham Massey is WA14 4SJ.
Parking: 12 electric vehicle charging points are now available. See “Facilities” for more information. Drivers will require their own cables to charge.
Sat Nav: The postcode for Dunham Massey is WA14 4SJ.
Travelling here by train
The closest train stations are Altrincham (3 miles) and Hale (3 miles). From Altrincham, you can catch the hourly 280 bus which stops at the Dunham Massey entrance gate or click here for a guided route from Altrincham Interchange to Dunham Massey
Travelling here by other means
By Bus
Catch the 280 bus from Altrincham in Greater Manchester to the Dunham Massey entrance gate, a trip that takes just 10 minutes. Buses from Warrington take 40 min and stop a 20 minute stroll away, through the park.
On Foot
Dunham Massey is connected to a number of excellent wider walks. Dunham Massey features as part of the GM Ringway from Irlam to Altrincham via the rural Bollin Valley Bridgewater Canal Nature Trail which connects Manchester City Centre with Altrincham and beyond. Dunham Massey is also close to the Trans Pennine Trail route.
Cycling
Dunham Massey is close to Trans-Pennine Trail and Bridgewater Canal. Cycling in the park is for under 5s only but make use of the bike park in the main car park and enjoy a stroll across the park and gardens.
Arriving Car Free
As a thank you for arriving car-free, you're invited to enjoy 10% off in the cafe or restaurant when you show an on-the-day bus/train ticket, or a bike helmet.
Catch the 280 bus from Altrincham in Greater Manchester to the Dunham Massey entrance gate, a trip that takes just 10 minutes. Buses from Warrington take 40 min and stop a 20 minute stroll away, through the park.
On Foot
Dunham Massey is connected to a number of excellent wider walks. Dunham Massey features as part of the GM Ringway from Irlam to Altrincham via the rural Bollin Valley Bridgewater Canal Nature Trail which connects Manchester City Centre with Altrincham and beyond. Dunham Massey is also close to the Trans Pennine Trail route.
Cycling
Dunham Massey is close to Trans-Pennine Trail and Bridgewater Canal. Cycling in the park is for under 5s only but make use of the bike park in the main car park and enjoy a stroll across the park and gardens.
Arriving Car Free
As a thank you for arriving car-free, you're invited to enjoy 10% off in the cafe or restaurant when you show an on-the-day bus/train ticket, or a bike helmet.
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 servants' 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. Trails, events and seasonal happenings are frequent, as is the tendency to return to this much-loved place.
Opening hours
House 11am - 4.15pm
Garden 10am - 5pm
Park 9am - 5pm
Café 9am - 5pm
Stables Restaurant 9.30am - 3pm
Shop 9.30am - 5pm
Car Park 9am - 5.15pm
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 servants' 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. Trails, events and seasonal happenings are frequent, as is the tendency to return to this much-loved place.
Opening hours
House 11am - 4.15pm
Garden 10am - 5pm
Park 9am - 5pm
Café 9am - 5pm
Stables Restaurant 9.30am - 3pm
Shop 9.30am - 5pm
Car Park 9am - 5.15pm
Travelling here by car
Dunham Massey is located on Woodhouse Lane in Altrincham, off the A56. Exit at junction 19 off the M6; and junction 7 off the M56. Please park in the marked bays.
Parking: 12 electric vehicle charging points are now available. See “Facilities” for more information. Drivers will require their own cables to charge.
Sat Nav: The postcode for Dunham Massey is WA14 4SJ.
Parking: 12 electric vehicle charging points are now available. See “Facilities” for more information. Drivers will require their own cables to charge.
Sat Nav: The postcode for Dunham Massey is WA14 4SJ.
Travelling here by train
The closest train stations are Altrincham (3 miles) and Hale (3 miles). From Altrincham, you can catch the hourly 280 bus which stops at the Dunham Massey entrance gate or click here for a guided route from Altrincham Interchange to Dunham Massey
Travelling here by other means
By Bus
Catch the 280 bus from Altrincham in Greater Manchester to the Dunham Massey entrance gate, a trip that takes just 10 minutes. Buses from Warrington take 40 min and stop a 20 minute stroll away, through the park.
On Foot
Dunham Massey is connected to a number of excellent wider walks. Dunham Massey features as part of the GM Ringway from Irlam to Altrincham via the rural Bollin Valley Bridgewater Canal Nature Trail which connects Manchester City Centre with Altrincham and beyond. Dunham Massey is also close to the Trans Pennine Trail route.
Cycling
Dunham Massey is close to Trans-Pennine Trail and Bridgewater Canal. Cycling in the park is for under 5s only but make use of the bike park in the main car park and enjoy a stroll across the park and gardens.
Arriving Car Free
As a thank you for arriving car-free, you're invited to enjoy 10% off in the cafe or restaurant when you show an on-the-day bus/train ticket, or a bike helmet.
Catch the 280 bus from Altrincham in Greater Manchester to the Dunham Massey entrance gate, a trip that takes just 10 minutes. Buses from Warrington take 40 min and stop a 20 minute stroll away, through the park.
On Foot
Dunham Massey is connected to a number of excellent wider walks. Dunham Massey features as part of the GM Ringway from Irlam to Altrincham via the rural Bollin Valley Bridgewater Canal Nature Trail which connects Manchester City Centre with Altrincham and beyond. Dunham Massey is also close to the Trans Pennine Trail route.
Cycling
Dunham Massey is close to Trans-Pennine Trail and Bridgewater Canal. Cycling in the park is for under 5s only but make use of the bike park in the main car park and enjoy a stroll across the park and gardens.
Arriving Car Free
As a thank you for arriving car-free, you're invited to enjoy 10% off in the cafe or restaurant when you show an on-the-day bus/train ticket, or a bike helmet.
National Trust
- Family friendly
- Café on site
- Restaurant on site
- Gift Shop
- Dog-friendly
- Playground
- Picnic Area
- Accessible Toilet
- Baby Changing Facilities
- Hearing Aid Loop
- Changing Places facility
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Dunham Massey
Woodhouse Lane
Altrincham
WA14 4SJ
01619411025
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A welcoming evening group for anyone who enjoys reading, offering the chance to discover new books, share opinions and connect with fellow readers.
Great books. Fresh perspectives. Friendly discussions!
A welcoming evening group for anyone who enjoys reading, offering the chance to discover new books, share opinions and connect with fellow readers.
Great books. Fresh perspectives. Friendly discussions!
Event date: 5 August 2026 – 31 March 2027
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Event date: 21 May 2026 – 25 March 2027
Thursday Rhymetime at Altrincham Library
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