Capesthorne Hall - Cheshire

between Congleton and Wilmslow, on the A34, 6m N of Congleton.  Open April to September. Admission charge.

Disabled car park has uneven surface; passengers may disembark in courtyard (vehicles to return to main car park); seven steps to entrance of Hall, alternative entrance to rear via two small steps; level access on ground floor; stairs to first floor; gardens are mostly step free, with loose gravel paths; some wheelchair users may need assistance.

Built in 1730, set amid undulating parkland and overlooking a chain of lakes this magnificent 18th century manor house has fine paintings and silver.