Cholmondeley Castle Gardens

TREEmendous RESCHEDULED to Sunday 28th September - OPEN AS GARDENS ONLY ON 14TH SEPTEMBER
2025-09-14 10:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Cholmondeley Castle Gardens, Cholmondeley Castle, Malpas, Cheshire, SY14 8AH, United Kingdom
Due to the forecast of high winds and heavy rain from Storm Amy this Sunday 14th September, we have taken the difficult decision to postpone TREEmendous Festival for the safety of our visitors, staff, and exhibitors.
🌳 The new date is:Sunday 28th September | 10am – 5pmCholmondeley Castle Gardens
🎟️ If you have already purchased tickets, they will automatically be valid for the new date – no need to rebook.
We can’t wait to welcome you then for a day of trees, traditions, food, and family fun.
Thank you for your understanding and support – see you on the 28th!

Wednesday 17th September Gardens Admission
2025-09-17 10:00 - 17:00
Discover the romantic Temple and Folly Water Gardens, Glade, Arboretum, double herbaceous bordered Lavinia Walk, ornamental woodland upon Tower Hill and the new Cholmondeley Rose Garden with over 800 new plantings creating two very different connected Rose Rooms between old and new.
Aside from the formal Gardens, enjoy our circular lakeside nature trail around Deer Park Mere (suitable footwear advised for inclement weather), historic St Nicholas Chapel and Tea Rooms.

Thursday 18th September Gardens Admission
2025-09-18 10:00 - 17:00

Festival of 1000 Classic Cars
2025-09-21 09:00 - 17:00
Entry to the Gardens is only as part of the Classic Car event and are at event prices, free entry is not applicable to Cholmondeley Members, Members of HHA or RHS for this event. Tickets can be bought from www.classicshows.org

Wednesday 24th September - Gardens Admission
2025-09-24 10:00 - 17:00

Thursday 25th September Gardens Admission
2025-09-25 10:00 - 17:00

TREEmendous Festival - Sunday 28th September
2025-09-28 10:00 - 17:00
Join us on Sunday 28th September for the return of the TREEmendous Festival at Cholmondeley Castle Gardens – a spectacular celebration of trees, traditional forestry, and the great outdoors!
Experience a fun-filled day for all ages with incredible demonstrations and activities:

Traditional horse logging in action
Tree felling & tree climbing demonstrations
Chainsaw carving and watch charcoal being made
Bark rubbing & tree measuring – get hands-on with nature
See a real logging machine at work
Explore the Champion Tree Trail and discover some of the most remarkable trees in our gardens
Den building for the whole family to enjoy
Browse our artisan food, crafts & art market, savour a delicious hog roast, sip on local ciders, and enjoy a day surrounded by nature and family fun.

Wednesday 1st October Gardens Admission
2025-10-01 10:00 - 17:00

Thursday 2nd October Gardens Admission
2025-10-02 10:00 - 17:00

Sunday 5th October Gardens Admission
2025-10-05 10:00 - 17:00

Wednesday 8th October - Gardens Admission
2025-10-08 10:00 - 17:00

Thursday 9th October - Gardens Admission
2025-10-09 10:00 - 17:00

Sunday 12th October - Gardens Admission
2025-10-12 10:00 - 17:00

Wednesday 15th October - Gardens Admission
2025-10-15 10:00 - 17:00

Thursday 16th October - Gardens Admission
2025-10-16 10:00 - 17:00

Sunday 19th October - Gardens Admission
2025-10-19 10:00 - 17:00

Wednesday 22nd October - Gardens Admission
2025-10-22 10:00 - 17:00

Thursday 23rd October - Gardens Admission
2025-10-23 10:00 - 17:00

Autumn Festival - Sunday 26th October
2025-10-26 10:00 - 16:00
Celebrate the golden glow of autumn on our final open day of the season! Gather your family and friends for a day of seasonal fun, delicious treats, and the magic of Cholmondeley Castle Gardens dressed in its autumn colours.
✨ All included in your ticket:
🎃 Carved Pumpkin Trail – Discover a sparkling trail of glowing, hand-carved pumpkins winding through the Gardens.🍏 Apple Pressing – Roll up your sleeves and help turn orchard apples into crisp, fresh juice.🔥 Fire Pit Fun – Toast marshmallows, warm your hands, and soak up the cosy autumn vibes.🌰 Games of Conkers – Test your skills in a traditional conker battle beneath the falling leaves.🍂 Autumn Crafts – Get creative with seasonal crafts perfect for children and families.👗 Fancy Dress & Pumpkin Competitions – Wear your best autumn or Halloween costume, or bring along your carved pumpkin for the chance to win!🎶 Live Music – Enjoy the sounds of the season with live performances throughout the day.
🍴 Tasty Autumn Treats:Hog roast • Mulled wine • Locally cider bar • Hot chocolate • Lots of food vendors
🌟 FREE ENTRY for Children who arrive in fancy dress or bring a carved pumpkin for the carved pumpkin competition
🎟️ Admission: Adults £9 | Children Free (in fancy dress or with a carved pumpkin)
Wrap up warm, join in the fun, and celebrate the very best of autumn with us at Cholmondeley Castle Gardens 🍁

Cholmondeley Membership 2026
2026-01-28 08:00 - 2026-11-29 17:00
Become a Cholmondeley Castle Gardens Member and enjoy unlimited visits throughout 2026 for just £50 per person. Members are welcome on any open day (Wednesdays, Thursdays, Sundays and Bank Holidays) and can simply turn up with no need to prebook.
Membership also includes access to our much-loved seasonal highlights including Easter events, Plant Fairs, the String Quartet in the Temple Gardens, the Autumn Festival and more, plus children go free with members. Please note membership excludes certain special events such as DevaFest and the Classic Car Rally.

Gardens Opening Day - Sunday 1st March
2026-03-01 10:00 - 17:00
First Glimpse of Spring – 1st March at Cholmondeley Castle Gardens!

Step into spring on Sunday 1st March, the very first day our gardens reopen for the season! Don’t miss this fleeting moment when snowdrops, daffodils, camellias and magnolias are at their peak — a botanical display only seen at this special time of year.
Breathe in the fresh air, explore wide open spaces, and enjoy the joy of being outdoors as the gardens awaken from winter. Perfect for relaxed family days out or peaceful springtime walks, it’s a beautiful way to welcome the new season.

Open Sundays only in March, from 10am

In advance Adults £9 | Children £4.50 | Dogs welcome on leads
On the day Adults £10 Children £5

Sunday 8th March
2026-03-08 10:00 - 17:00

Mothering Sunday 15th March
2026-03-15 10:00 - 17:00
Celebrate Mothering Sunday somewhere truly unforgettable.

Stroll through the breathtaking one million daffodil meadows at Cholmondeley Castle Gardens — rivers of golden bloom sweeping through the historic landscape, framed by woodland, water and the castle beyond. Alongside the meadows, the spring gardens are bursting into life, offering a rare and fleeting display that simply can’t be seen anywhere else.
As a special Mothering Sunday gift, every woman visiting will receive a beautifully hand-tied posy of daffodils to take home.
For younger visitors, there’s something special too — children can create their own Mothering Sunday card, complete with a free teabag to give to their mum, making a heartfelt gift straight from them.

🌼 One million daffodils in bloom
🌸 Spring gardens at their peak
🎁 Complimentary daffodil posy for all women
✂️ Free Mothering Sunday card-making for children

This is a fleeting moment in the calendar — once the daffodils fade, it’s gone for another year.

Sunday 22nd March
2026-03-22 10:00 - 17:00

Cherry Blossom at the Castle
2026-03-29 10:00 - 17:00
For a few fleeting weeks each spring, Cholmondeley Castle Gardens is transformed into a breathtaking sea of blossom.
Discover over 70 ornamental cherry trees within our specialist collections as they burst into bloom — from soft blush pinks to deep rose tones, from elegant upright forms to cascading weeping varieties. Each tree offers its own unique beauty, scent and character.
Upon arrival, visitors will receive a beautifully designed Cherry Blossom Trail map, guiding you on a self-led wander through the most whimsical and photogenic corners of the gardens. Follow the petals, pause beneath drifting blossom, and experience spring at its most magical.
This is nature’s own confetti — delicate, romantic and wonderfully fleeting.
Whether you’re a garden lover, photographer, family seeking fresh air and open space, or simply someone who appreciates seasonal beauty, this is a moment not to miss.
🌸 A limited window in nature’s calendar🌸 A spectacular specialist collection🌸 A truly unforgettable spring walk
Blossom season does not last long. Come and experience it before the petals fall.
Book your visit now and step into spring in full bloom.

Wednesday 1st April
2026-04-01 10:00 - 17:00

Thursday 2nd April
2026-04-02 10:00 - 17:00

Good Friday 3rd April
2026-04-03 10:00 - 17:00

The Great Cholmondeley Castle Easter Adventure
2026-04-05 10:00 - 17:00
This Easter Sunday, something magical is stirring in the gardens…
At The Great Cholmondeley Castle Easter Adventure, children are invited to step into a springtime storybook world where bunnies hide among blossom and clues wait to be discovered.
Armed with their trail map, young explorers will journey through the gardens solving riddles, spotting hidden rabbits and unlocking the secrets of Easter. Those who complete the quest will be rewarded with a special Easter prize.
Beyond the trail, the day is filled with wonder. Meet enchanting creatures in the petting zoo, from tiny hedgehogs to wide-eyed owls, curious meerkats and fascinating reptiles. Say hello to the little ponies, always a favourite with younger visitors.
The Easter Bunny returns for the much-loved Beat the Bunny Sports Day, where families can race, hop and compete together in a joyful mix of traditional games including egg and spoon and the bunny hop sack race.
Add delicious food, fresh spring air and the beauty of the gardens in bloom, and you have the makings of a truly special Easter memory.
A day for little ones, grown-ups and everyone in between — where adventure, nature and imagination meet.

Bank Holiday Monday 6th April
2026-04-06 10:00 - 17:00
