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Hare Hill
Nearby · Over Alderley
A quiet wooded garden surrounds a formal walled garden with white planting, while historic parkland extends beyond the garden boundaries.
Plan your visit
Admission and seasonal opening apply. Only assistance dogs are allowed in the walled and wooded gardens.
OutdoorsPaid admission
60–100 minutesOur suggested time hereSuggested visit length: editorial estimate for the gardens and a rest stop. Allow extra time for travel and meals.
- Admission
- A whole-site ticket includes the garden and parking. National Trust members enter free.
- Access & terrain
- A level, step-free garden route avoids steps. Accessible toilet, loan wheelchair and mobility Tramper are listed.
- Dogs
- Only assistance dogs enter the wooded and walled gardens. Other dogs on leads may use the separate farmland path towards Alderley Edge.
- Parking
- Parking is included in admission; Blue Badge bays are provided. The car park is unsuitable for coaches.
- Public transport
- Check the official visitor guide for current details.
Sources & checked details
Checked 2026-09-19. Opening, admission and access arrangements can change; check the official guide before travelling.
Hare Hill — visitor information ↗WHILE YOU’RE HERE
Around Alderley Edge
The woodland, mill and garden are outside the village centre. Each suggestion needs its own approach or transfer.
Journey labels start from the town centre. If you are at an outlying landmark, plan the journey from there separately.
A little wander
The Edge woodland and viewpoints
A separate journey · plan transportPlan the uphill approach from the village or use the countryside car park, then choose a signed woodland route. Many paths are steep; Wizard Wander is the easier option.
Another discovery
Nether Alderley Mill
Drive from the town centreA separate drive to the historic watermill in Nether Alderley. Check its seasonal opening; parking is very limited.
Time for a pause
Hare Hill welcome-building drinks
Drive from the town centreTakeaway tea, coffee and ice cream are sold at the garden’s welcome building. Combine with a paid garden visit; check seasonal opening.
Sources & checked details
Checked 2026-09-19. These are suggestions, not turn-by-turn routes. Check opening days, access and any admission requirements before setting out.
The Edge woodland and viewpoints — official information ↗Nether Alderley Mill — official information ↗National Trust — Hare Hill facilities ↗ Find a place to stay around Alderley Edge ↗A little closer
Look around
- enclosed rectangular walled garden
- white flower borders around lawn
- dense informal woodland surrounding the garden
Drag to turn the miniature, or zoom in to explore its details. An artistic impression of the place and its setting.