Gawsworth Hall
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Overview
About three miles south of Macclesfield this fine Tudor black-and-white manor house was the birthplace of Mary Fitton. This renowned lady is thought by some to be the ‘Dark Lady’ of Shakespeare’s sonnets. We shall probably never know the truth, but the house is well worth a visit anyway, for its wonderful old timberwork, paintings and suits of armour. The grounds, thought to be a rare example of an Elizabethan pleasure garden, include a tilting ground and are the venue for garden theatre during the summer months.
Features
- Opening Times
- Opening Times: Open 28 Jun-25 Aug, Wed to Sun 2-5; 28 May-17 Sep, Sun only 2-5 (see website for further opening times)
- Facilities
- Parking onsite
- Cafe
About the area
Nestled between the Welsh hills and Derbyshire Peaks, the Cheshire plains make an ideal location to take things slow and mess around in boats. Cheshire has more than 200 miles (302 km) of man-made waterways, more than any other county in England.
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