Welcome to Blakemere in the heart of beautiful Cheshire countryside; a recipe of relaxed and unique shopping set in and around a beautiful Edwardian stable block and cobbled courtyard, home to numerous craft shops offering gifts galore, beautifully handcrafted either on site or around the world. For further details see our Shops section.

Events and Entertainment
Santa's Grotto is now going to be open this weekend, Sat & Sun, from 11.30am - 4.00pm plus by popular demand on:
Monday 22nd December, 12 noon - 3.00pm
Tuesday 23rd December, 12 noon - 3.00pm
and Christmas Eve from 11.30am - 1.30pm

There are various events held every weekend (Check here for latest details) from antique and collector's fairs to continental markets, festive events over the Christmas period and activities during the summer holidays.

Don’t miss our exceptional Bird of Prey aviaries located in Cheshire Waterlife & Falconry and watch the unique flying displays performed between March and September each year. For further details see our Aquatic & Falconry Centre section or visit www.cheshirefalconry.com.

You can also enjoy wonderful craft activities for both adults and children, including pottery, greeting card making and chocolate making or enjoy a pre-booked tour of our working Brewery making traditionally crafted cask ales.  Select from an assortment of craft supplies and discover your hidden creative talents. For further details see our Craft Activities sections.

Children aged between 1 and 10 can have stacks of fun in our Children’s Indoor Playbarn and party venue. For further details see our Indoor Playbarn section.

And when all that shopping gets too much, you’ll appreciate a welcomed break in our excellent family restaurant and coffee shop serving some of the best homemade food in Cheshire. For further details see our Restaurant section.