The Old Hall at Tatton Park

If Tatton Park is a jewel in the crown of Cheshire, then the medieval Old Hall is its hidden gem.

Standing within its own grounds in a quiet wooded area of the park, the medieval Old Hall has a special atmosphere. A site of historical and archaeological importance within the Northwest of England, it takes visitors on an evocative journey through its 500 year history as a dwelling place - from medieval manor house to Victorian Gamekeepers cottage.

Old Hall Open Days

Standing in its own grounds, within the parkland beside the site of the long disappeared medieval Tatton village, the Old Hall is Tatton’s oldest surviving building. Originally built by the powerful Stanley family the Hall’s Tudor heyday gave way to a slower pace of life as it was superseded by the new 18^th Century Mansion. Come and explore the rooms and soak up the atmosphere of this hidden away slice of history.

Old Hall is the perfect spot to bring along a family picnic and gentle outdoor games, with space for kids to run around outside. You can grab a family activity pack from reception and discover the flora and fauna of this unique area within the parkland.

Dates:

Fri 15 & Sat 16 May | Fri 22 & Sat 23 May

Fri 19 & Sat 20 June | Fri 26 & Sat 27 June

Tues 28 & Weds 29 July

Tues 4 & Weds 5 August  | Tues 11 & Weds 12 August |Tues 18 & Weds 19 August| Tues 25 & Weds 26 August

Fri 18 & Sat 19 September | Fri 25 & Sat 26 September

 

Secrets of the Old Hall Tours

Want to delve deeper into the history of the special place? A Secrets of the Old Hall tour travels through the last 500 years of Tatton's history and beyond!

With your expert guide, you'll look closer at the carefully preserved Tudor features, the restored Cruck Barn, and the humps and mounds where once stood the 'Scheduled Ancient Monument' of the disappeared Tatton village.

Dates:

21 March | 19 April | 27 May | 14 June | 24 July | 28 August | 13 September | 17 October

 

Looking to use the Old Hall as a film and photography location?

The medieval buildings and large wooded area makes the perfect backdrop. For enquiries regarding commercial filming and photography please contact tattonevents@cheshireeast.gov.uk or call 01625 374405

 

      

 

Paranormal Events at the Old Hall

The Old Hall, Tatton Park is reputedly one of the most haunted buildings in England. Dating back to the late fifteenth century, it is the oldest building at Tatton, so it’s no surprise it has several ghost stories to tell. Paranormal evening events are bookable for 2024 through Haunted Happenings.

Please find further information here: Haunted Happenings at Tatton Old Hall

Access to Tatton Park's Old Hall

Visitor Assistant staff will discuss the site with people with mobility difficulties who may not be able to visit the whole site. There is a grassy surface between entrance and Old Hall. There is level access to ground floor rooms, ramp into reception area and barn. There are steep steps to upper floor and low lighting in some parts.