Peckforton Castle, Tarporley, Nr Chester, Cheshire

Set on a hillside above the rolling Cheshire plains, Britain's only intact medieval style castle invites you to enjoy a break with a difference within its magical, fortified walls.

Any occasion, business or leisure, will be enhanced by the historic and picturesque surroundings. Recently refurbished, the hotel offers an elegant and comfortable base for your stay in the area.

The hotel's great location provides easy access to a wealth of attractions, so you are sure to find something to suit all tastes. You can even visit the hotel's new Falconry Encounter where you will have the opportunity to meet a Golden Eagle.

Peckforton Castle is situated 12 miles from Chester city centre, 36 miles from Manchester International Airport, 20 minutes' drive from junction 16 of the M6 and halfway between Birmingham and Manchester.

Oulton Park Race Course is just 5 minutes' drive away. Other attractions within a 20 minute drive include: Chester Races, Dee Races, Chester Zoo, Blue Planet Aquarium, Cheshire Candle Work Factory, Nantwich, Crewe and Wrexham.


This striking property is the realisation of the dreams of one man: Lord Tollemache, MP for Cheshire. He built Britain's grandest folly between 1844 and 1851. Standing atop a wooded hillside, its dramatic silhouette can be seen for miles across Cheshire. Today this magnificent building is the only Grade I listed Medieval castle in the UK.

Privately owned, it comprises of 48 recently refurbished en suite bedrooms and the new Falconry Encounter, home to a Golden Eagle.

All rooms are newly refurbished and with fantastic views. The rooms are equipped with free-view TV.