Dunham Massey

Dunham Massey is a Nation Trust property in Cheshire; a hall and park near the village of the same name. It is one of the top ten National Trust sites, and the only one of ten that had an increase in visitors during COVID. 

The last time I visited was the day before I got married, over 30 years ago, with my mother, aunt and sister. Since then they have built a fancy new visitors' centre at the entrance from the extensive car park.


There is a small lake, fancifully called the moat, but I suspect was constructed as a mill race.


Standing beside it is an oak tree that is over 500 years old - older than the estate!


The path leads to the back of the stables. The hall dates to 1616, though it was remodelled three times since. The stables states it was built in 1721.


The other side of the stables.


From here you can see the house itself. The brick facade looks much more modern than 1616; part of the later remodelling I guess.


From the front of the house, a number of paths radiate outwards.



One leads to an attractive lodge.


And there is a second lake, with ducks on it.


It is a lovely place, well worth a visit!



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