Tatton Park Summary

• Address: Knutsford, WA16 6QN (Map)
• Tel: +44 (0)1625 374400
• Fax: +44 (0)1625 374403
• Owner: National Trust
• Administrator: Cheshire East Council
• E-mail: Click here to contact
• Website: Go to the Tatton Park website

Throughout the house, the Egerton’s love of fine art and paintings is evident and their collection includes masterpieces by Canaletto and Van Dyck. The enormous Victorian kitchens and servants’ quarters give visitors a contrasting glimpse of domestic life where they can discover how much work was involved in running a house of this size.

In 1935, the Tenant’s Hall was added to the Mansion to house the last Lord Egerton’s hunting collection from his travels around the globe. It is now used for concerts, dinners and conferences. New exhibitions have also been introduced in the Mansion featuring the story of the last Lord Egerton’s collections and Tatton Park’s involvement in the development of military parachuting during WWII.

The 50 acres of gardens are rated among the best in the country and represent over 200 years of design and history. Notable features include the renowned Japanese Garden which is recognized as one of the finest in Europe, the Italian, Rose and Tower gardens, the Topiary, Maze, Fernery and Conservatory. Visitors can also enjoy the recently restored Walled Kitchen Garden and orchard which highlight the importance of traditional skills and processes.

The Farm - virtually untouched since 1938, the livestock yards, mill, workshops, stores and offices of Tatton Dale open a window onto the complex but fascinating operations needed to sustain the Mansion, Gardens, Park and tenanted properties (including the Old Hall) of the vast Egerton estates in the years leading up to World War II. It is still an authentic working farm that uses traditional farming methods and has rare breeds of animals. A perfect place for the whole family!

The Old Hall was originally a typical medieval manor house but has been altered and extended over the years and now shares its grounds with a 17th century cruck barn. It is open on special open days and rooms have been restored to different periods and a guided tour will take visitors from the smoky shadows of Medieval England, through the Stuart and Victorian periods to the 1950s. The Old Hall also hosts many history based events such as a medieval fair and a Viking day in August. Located within the Stableyard, close to both the Mansion and Gardens, Tatton's retail outlets offer a wealth of gifts, souvenirs and produce, which reflect the character of the estate.

The Parkland is home to most of Tatton’s major events, such as the RHS Flower Show, charity runs, concerts, car shows and the North West Food Lover’s Festiva. The park is also home to a wealth of history and wildlife interest. There are 1000 acres of stunning deer park to explore by bike, on foot or on horseback. The wide open spaces are home to herds of red and fallow deer and every season brings its own rich variety of birds and wildlife. For the adventurous, there is also a large play area located next to the car park that is ideal for children of all ages. The adventure playground is an essential part of any family visit to Tatton! Further information is available on their Website.

Opening Times - 2012

24th March - 28th October:

• Park: Daily, 10 am - 7 pm (last entry 6 pm)
• Farm: Tuesday - Sunday 12 - 5 pm (last entry 4 pm). Closed: 18th - 22nd July
• Gardens: Daily, 10 am - 6 pm (last entry 5 pm)
• Mansion: Tuesday - Sunday, 1 - 5 pm (last entry 4 pm).
• Restaurant: Tuesday - Sunday & Bank Holiday Mondays, 11 am - 4 pm
• Restaurant: Daily, 10 am - 6 pm
• Tatton Shops: Daily, 11 am - 5 pm
• Tuck Shop: Tuesday - Sunday, 12 - 5 pm

29th October - 22nd March

• Park: Tuesday - Sunday, 11 am - 5 pm (last entry 4 pm)
• Farm: Saturday & Sunday, 11 am - 4 pm (last entry 3 pm)
• Gardens: Tuesday - Sunday, 11 am - 4 pm (last entry 3 pm)
• Mansion: Closed except for Christmas events.
• Old Hall: Closed.
• Restaurant: Tuesday - Sunday, 11 am - 4 pm
• Tatton Shops: Tuesday - Sunday, 12 - 4 pm
• Tuck Shop: Closed

Old Hall:

• 5th,6th,12th & 13th April
• 7th & 8th June
• 26th & 27th July
• 2nd,3rd,9th,10th,16th,17th,23rd,24th, 30th and 31st August

Admission Prices - 2012:

Prices per Single Attraction ( Farm, Mansion, Old Hall and Gardens)

• Adult - £5.50
• Child (4 - 15) - £3.50
• Family (2 + 3) - £14.50

Totally Tatton Ticket (Entry to Mansion, Gardens and Farm)

• Adult - £10.00
• Child (4 - 15) - £5.00
• Family (2 + 3) - £25.00

Tatton Park Car Entry Fee (applies to all visitors including National Trust members)

• Vehicle Entry Charge - £5.00
• Blue Badge Holder - £2.50

More information on the garden can be found on The Gardens Guide.

Further information including opening times and prices

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Events for Tatton Park

• Container Gardening - 19 May 2012
  From pots to troughs,learn the secrets of planting a stunning container display. Then create your own hanging basket to take home. Advice and inspiration on hand from one of Tatton’s gardening team.
• Sheep Shearing at the Farm - 26 May 2012 to 27 May 2012
  Come along from 1.30pm to see our sheep being sheared ready for the start of Summer. The farm staff will be shearing some of our flock daily, so don't miss this opportunity to see them shed their woolly coats.
• Classic & Performance Car Spectacular - 02 June 2012 to 04 June 2012
  Around 2,000 classic, vintage and performance cars are on show and around 80 of Britain's top club displays including Jaguar, Lotus, Mercedes Benz and a special Italian car club feature. Massive 2-day Cheshire autojumble with classic car-mart. General trade stands, children's rides and refreshments.
• Medieval Fayre at the Old Hall - 16 June 2012 to 17 June 2012
  No one likes paying taxes, at the 15th Medieval Fayre at Tatton in association with Plantaganet Events, people meet to pay their tithes. A jealous neighbour arrives with his army, to wrest the Old Hall from its rightful lord. This leads to a spectacular battle finale both days. Hundreds of re-enactors and over 40 authentic merchants and skilled artisans complete a travelling Fair. You too can live the life.
• Stars & Stripes Classic American Car Show - 30 June 2012 to 01 July 2012
  The North West's premier event for lovers of all things American! Huge Fins 'n' Chrome cars from the 1950s & 1960s. Corvettes, Mustangs, Cadillacs, Hot Rods, Custom Cars and more plus the famous Wall of Death! Cavalcades of all the best American cars. Trade stalls selling American related items & general trade stands, live music and refreshments.

• Foodies Festival - 06 July 2012 to 08 July 2012
  Meet Michelin starred and top chefs. Improve your cooking skills and try hands on cooking classes in the new pop up cook school. There's also a Drinks Theatre and cooking for kids sessions. Dine out at Foodies with Restaurant tents offering sample signature dishes for you to try. Over 100 exhibitors offer the very best food and drink.
• VW Northwest Car Show - 05 August 2012
  The largest gathering of Volkswagens, both air and water cooled, in the North of England. Specialist trade stands, autojumble, concourse with massive car club displays and cars for sale. Children's rides and much more on the day!
• The 25th Classic, Vintage & Sports Car Show - 18 August 2012 to 19 August 2012
  Around 2,000 vintage and classic cars, up to 70 top car club displays, special events for the Rolls Royce Enthusiasts Club and Avis Owners Club. Auto-jumble, collectors’ car mart for selling or buying the car of your dreams! Lots of general trade stands, children's rides and refreshments.
• Tatton Park Antiques & Fine Art Fair - 07 September 2012 to 09 September 2012
  Quality fine art and antiques event featuring nationwide exhibitors specialising in jewellery, silver, contemporary art, furniture, traditional paintings, sculpture, glass, lighting, clocks and much more.
• Harvest Festival at the Farm - 22 September 2012 to 23 August 2012
  See the steam engine running, have a go at scarecrow making, spinning, make your own corn doll and duck racing.Woodturning and clog-making demos. Harvest Blessing 2pm with the resident brass band.

• The Crafts and Gifts Fair - 06 October 2012 to 07 October 2012
  A wide range of exhibitors including traditional crafts plus gifts, retailers and food producers. With 50 exhibitors and lots of ideas for early Christmas shopping.
• Tatton Apple Day - 07 October 2012
  A scrumptious Sunday at the Farm and in the Gardens to celebrate the wonderful apple. Join in games and children’s activities. In the Gardens taste delicious varieties from Tatton's historic orchards and enjoy free 1 hour talks on pruning,training and caring for your own apple trees. Apple goods on sale in the shops and restaurant.
• The North West Food Lovers Festival - 19 October 2012 to 21 October 2012
  With over 120 delicious food and drink stalls selling the best produce available from across the region, this year's festival will bring a feast of fun to all the family. As well as the opportunity to taste, sample and buy all the delicious foods and drink, there will be the ever popular celebrity chef demonstrations and kids’ cooking.
• Halloween Hauntings at the Old Hall - 23 October 2012 to 28 October 2012
  Meet the spirits and spectres at Tatton. Which is real and what is not? Will you get the feeling of being watched? Are the ghosts fiendishly friendly or terrifyingly terrible? Some people may find the haunted hall ever so frightening but that's half the fun. Isn't it?? Solve the Horrible History Mystery and Quiz. Story telling. Face painting and mask making (small charge).
• Christmas Shopping Fair - 27 October 2012 to 28 October 2012
  It's an early chance to look for those special Christmas gifts for all the family and ideas for presents not usually found in High Street shops.

• Christmas Gift Fair - 10 November 2012 to 11 November 2012
  10.30 am - 5 pm: It's an early chance to look for those special Christmas gifts for all the family and ideas for presents not usually found in High Street shops.
• Christmas Decorations - 08 December 2012
  Indulge your creativity in the festive season. Join the gardening team to produce your own inspirational Christmas wreath to take home.

Your Reviews of Tatton Park

Vikki Watmough (11 April 2007)

Tatton is a beautiful place. I've loved visiting it since I was small, so much so that my husband and I decided to have our wedding there. It is the most stunning setting for a wedding reception and for a day out, I'd recommend it to anyone.

Additional Info for Tatton Park

• Parks
• Gardens
• Groups
• Playgrounds
• Dogs allowed
• Weddings
• Disabled Access
• Education
• Refreshments
• Picnics
• Guides
• Meals Available
• Conferences
• Filming
• Gifts
• Nursery
• Shop
• Car Parking

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