The romantic mock castle - a product of the early 19th century - stands on a high rise above a lake. The castle is surrounded by sweeping lawns and a variety of mature trees, including Cedars of Lebanon, oak, and chestnut.
The gardens surrounding the castle provide a lovely mix of colour and height, with intriguing walks around the lake. There is a temple water garden, rose garden, a variety of mixed borders. Plantings are planned to provide colour at all times of the year.
There is a children's play area, picnic site, and rare breeds farm animals, including llamas and African pygmy goats.
About Cholmondeley Castle
Address: Cholmondeley,
Cheshire,
England, SY14 8AH
Attraction Type: Garden
Location: Entrance off the A49 at the Cholmondeley Arms Pub crossroads.
Website: Cholmondeley Castle
Email: penny@cholmondeleycastle.co.uk
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OS: SJ537 514
Photo Credit: Pam Fray, licensed for reuse under the Creative Commons Licence
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