Quarry Bank

Quarry Bank The working mill at Quarry Bank is the beating heart of a popular all-weather day out. We will always hope to respond to questions as soon as possible.

Explore historic buildings, picturesque gardens, rugged woodlands, and enjoy an exciting calender of events for all the family This page is monitored Mon - Thursday, 8am - 4pm, and in many cases, weekends too. If you require an answer quickly please email [email protected]

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feel about the National Trust and talk about their experiences in a fun environment. We welcome feedback – both positive and negative. It helps us to learn and grow. These house rules aim to ensure everyone can enjoy themselves while they’re here: We ask you to be nice and polite to one another – you almost always are! - and respect each other’s views and comments. We ask all users to ensure your contributions are civil, polite, tasteful and suitable for all ages. We won't tolerate disruptive, offensive or abusive behaviour, unlawful or objectionable content. This includes any material which might be defamatory, offensive, infringing, obscene, lewd, pornographic, violent, abusive, insulting, threatening, harassing, discriminatory, blasphemous, indecent or otherwise unlawful or objectionable. It also includes any material which is aggressive, argumentative or likely to be construed as bullying. No spamming or repetition, please, nor off-topic material in subject-specific threads or areas. Quarry Bank's Moderation policy In general, we don’t moderate posts – except on the rare occasion that someone has used offensive language or made libellous allegations about named or identifiable individuals on our page. We have a duty to protect our staff and volunteers, so while deleting comments is totally out of character for us, our legal position is that any post containing a libellous accusation, should be removed. If an individual continues to post offensive, threatening or libellous content then we’ll be forced to block that person from the page. We won’t tolerate postings, content, or links that are racist, sexist or homophobic. We also don’t permit linking to or posting any content which endorses illegal activity, or any activities against the values of the National Trust. If you’re concerned that a posting or user content has broken any of our house rules or you’re worried about any comment or content, then please send us an email to [email protected] and let us know. Finally, please note that the views on our page are created by our community and don’t necessarily represent the views or opinions of National Trust.

From harvesting homegrown produce to creating beautiful bouquets, there's plenty to discover in the gardens at Quarry Ba...
23/06/2026

From harvesting homegrown produce to creating beautiful bouquets, there's plenty to discover in the gardens at Quarry Bank this season 🌿🌸

Join our expert gardeners for a series of hands-on workshops and family-friendly experiences:

🍅 Kitchen Garden Walk, Talk & Taster
Explore the kitchen garden with Gardener Cath and uncover what was grown for the Greg family's table in the 19th century. Finish your visit by picking your own seasonal fruit and vegetables to take home.

💐 Cut Flower Workshop
Take a guided tour of the Walled Garden with Senior Gardener Lisa, then choose and cut your own flowers to create a beautiful hand-tied mini bouquet.

🦋 Family Garden Wildlife Watch
Join wildlife-friendly gardener Sophie and discover the fascinating creatures that call the Apprentice House garden home.

🪴 Discover Houseplants Workshop
Learn about the care, history and propagation of houseplants with gardener Phil, and pot up your own young plant to take home.

📅 Events run from July to October, with selected dates available.

🎟️ Book your tickets here: bit.ly/eventsatquarrybank

Summer evenings are made for outdoor theatre.Join us in Quarry Bank's beautiful Walled Garden for two unforgettable open...
19/06/2026

Summer evenings are made for outdoor theatre.

Join us in Quarry Bank's beautiful Walled Garden for two unforgettable open-air productions this summer. From the hilarious medieval mishaps of King Arthur and the Holy Fail to the timeless comedy and magic of Shakespeare under the stars, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Pack a picnic, bring a blanket and settle in for an evening of laughter, storytelling and entertainment in a truly special setting.

🎭 King Arthur and the Holy Fail – 19 July
🎭 Romeo & Juliet/ Hamlet – 1 and 2 August
🌿 Performed in the historic Walled Garden
🎟 Booking essential bit.ly/eventsatquarrybank

Gather your friends and family and make a summer evening of it. Tickets are on sale now – book today and don't miss out.

18/06/2026

Not all superheroes wear capes; at Quarry Bank they wear period costume.

Their superpower? The ability to take you back in time.

Book a tour of the Apprentice House at Visitor Reception on arrival. Tickets are limited.

Learn more and plan your visit here bit.ly/quarrybank

Did you know that Nether Alderley Mill has its own pin badges?Show your support and help us care for this hidden by pick...
12/06/2026

Did you know that Nether Alderley Mill has its own pin badges?

Show your support and help us care for this hidden by picking one up on your next visit.

Open for the summer season until 26 September on Thursday and Saturday afternoons. Explore at your own pace between 1pm and 4pm, or join a guided tour at 1pm, 2pm or 3pm. No booking necessary.

Plan your visit: bit.ly/ntnetheralderleymill

Have you and your little ones discovered the top-floor play space here at Quarry Bank? It's open every day from now unti...
11/06/2026

Have you and your little ones discovered the top-floor play space here at Quarry Bank? It's open every day from now until Tuesday 2 September.

Children can:
• Dive into soft play
• Roll the dice in a giant game of Snakes and Ladders
• Pop into the book nook for a quiet moment
• Take flight on the swing
• Choose a costume and put on a show
• Create a puppet show for everyone to enjoy!

Plan your next visit here: bit.ly/qbplayspace

Admission charges apply. Free entry for members.

Please follow the rules of play so everyone can have fun and our team can take care of the space.

Quarry Bank is on TV 🎬 Join us behind the scenes in Episode 5 of Hidden Treasures of the National Trust and discover the...
09/06/2026

Quarry Bank is on TV 🎬

Join us behind the scenes in Episode 5 of Hidden Treasures of the National Trust and discover the impressive Spinning Mule, one of the machines that helped shape Britain's industrial history, along with a fascinating new addition to the collection – a 1785 apprentice indenture.

Uncover the stories behind these remarkable objects and learn more about the people who lived and worked at Quarry Bank.

📺 Hidden Treasures of the National Trust
📅 Friday 12 June
⏰ 9pm
📍 BBC Two

Don't miss it!

As Volunteers’ Week continues, we want to celebrate the incredible dedication of our volunteers here at Quarry Bank. 🎉Th...
07/06/2026

As Volunteers’ Week continues, we want to celebrate the incredible dedication of our volunteers here at Quarry Bank. 🎉

Their passion and hard work make it possible for visitors to fully enjoy this remarkable 18th-century cotton mill. From every stitch in the costumes they create, to every w**d they pull and every engine they power up, their contribution is truly invaluable.

We are so grateful for every hour they give and the difference they make to Quarry Bank.

Happy Volunteers’ Week to all our wonderful volunteers — thank you for all you do!

This Volunteers’ Week, we’d like to thank Shan Bristow, one of our dedicated Volunteer Speakers. Since joining Quarry Ba...
06/06/2026

This Volunteers’ Week, we’d like to thank Shan Bristow, one of our dedicated Volunteer Speakers. Since joining Quarry Bank in 2004, Shan has shared her time, enthusiasm, and knowledge in a variety of roles, from guiding visitors and school groups to helping with family activities.

Today, Shan presents talks to community groups about the history of Quarry Bank and its recent developments, helping new audiences discover the stories that make this place so special. Her passion for sharing Quarry Bank’s heritage continues to inspire visitors and groups across the region.

Thank you, Shan, for your years of dedication and for helping keep Quarry Bank’s stories alive.

From hedge laying, buggy driving, and guiding school children around the property, we’re truly grateful for all the time...
04/06/2026

From hedge laying, buggy driving, and guiding school children around the property, we’re truly grateful for all the time our volunteers give to Quarry Bank.
Happy Volunteers’ Week to all our incredible volunteers!

At Quarry Bank, we are celebrating Volunteers' Week 2026.A week where we show our appreciation for the special group of ...
01/06/2026

At Quarry Bank, we are celebrating Volunteers' Week 2026.

A week where we show our appreciation for the special group of people who give their time, skills, and passion to help care for this special place, and to ensure every one of our visitors has a great experience.

Quarry Bank would not be what it is without you. Thank you.

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Quarry Bank
Wilmslow
SK94HP

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 5pm
Thursday 10:30am - 5pm
Friday 10:30am - 5pm
Saturday 10:30am - 5pm
Sunday 10:30am - 5pm

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