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Welcome to
A BRIEF HISTORY...
The story starts in 1840 when John Tollemache bought 36,000
acres of land which included the villages of Peckforton and
Beeston. John Tollemach’s dream was to build on the top of the
Peckforton Hills a fortified home in the style of a medieval castle and to this
end work commenced in 1842 but the magnitude of the project meant it was
not completed until 1851. Such a unique and magnificent project has since
been rewarded by English Heritage giving it the status of a Grade 1 Listed
Building. The forest planted soon after the completion of the castle has since
been awarded the status of S.S.S.I (Site of Special Scientific Importance).
The exterior presents a magnificent collection of buildings including a Chapel,
Keep, Stables, Coach House, Grain Store, Bakery and servant’s quarters with
the whole castle being built in Redstone quarried on the adjacent hill.
The experience of visiting the castle actually starts when leaving the public
highway and passing through the Gate House Lodge and then driving up
through the forest for approximately ¾ of a mile before entering the castle
ward via an open carriage-way protected by a portcullis.
John Tollemache became a Lord in 1876 in recognition of his services to
agriculture and also served as a Conservative MP and JP for many years.
He is reputed to have rebuilt over 100 farmhouses, modernized the
buildings on his estate and to have spent £280,000 on farmsteads and cottages.
The Naylor family discovered the castle in 2005 when their eldest son
Christopher chose to marry his bride Kate a few days before Christmas
and so started to realize the dream to own the only intact medieval castle
in the country but with clear vision to make it a successful business venture.
Three years into their ownership and Peckforton Castle had been transformed
by a one million pound refurbishment together with a marketing campaign
into a 24/7 business where exclusive weddings, the business man and leisure
guests can stay and enjoy ‘One Mans Dream’ of all those years ago.
The story continues...
For further details please contact us
on
01829 260930
or
visit our website
www.peckfortoncastle.co.uk
Peckforton Castle
Stonehouse Lane . Peckforton . Tarporley . Cheshire CW6 9TN

WELCOME…
Passing through the country lanes of Cheshire you can view the Castle on
top of the Peckforton Hills from quite a distance away, be it that the
surrounding forest hides all but a small part.
As you turn off the lane and pass through the magnificent gate house, your
journey is almost complete but the amazing experience continues.
The meandering driveway takes you through the forest which in itself is of
special scientific interest and then suddenly through the trees appears
a large but beautiful fairytale castle.
Originally the home of Lord Tollemache and built in the early 19th
Century the Hotel is the only intact medieval style Castle in the country.
Over the years the Castle has been the location for numerous movies
including Robin Hood and Dr Who.
The stunning exterior has now been complimented by a lovingly
refurbished interior which houses 38 bedrooms and truly magnificent
reception rooms.
This is a Perfect Location
ACCOMODATION
Peckforton Castle has a variety of room types to suit your needs:
• Executive rooms - give you extra space, with separate relaxation areas and
luxury bathrobes.
• Four Posters and Suites - set the scene for a romantic break.
• Family rooms - Suitable for a family break.
• Standard Rooms - all uniquely designed themed rooms, many with the
original fireplaces.
Accomodation includes:
En-suite Bathroom
24hr Room Service
Direct Dial Telephone
FREE high speed wireless internet access
Tea & coffee making facilities
Plasma flat screen TV with Digital channels
Iron & ironing board and Hair dryer
Choice of Breakfast - Light & Fresh Healthy option or Full English
FREE Valet parking
FINE DINING
Peckforton Castle is not only famous for being the only Grade 1 listed
Medieval Style Castle in the United Kingdom but is also home to our 1851
restaurant with an enviable reputation for quality food and fine wines.
Our Restaurant Manager and staff are on hand to cater for your every
whim, whether it be formal or informal dining. Perhaps you are looking for
your own private dining room to entertain family and friends or simply
a romantic meal for 2 over looking our grassed Ward area.
LEISURE ACTIVITIES
Landrover Experience
Located within the Castle Walls - suitable for leisure guests or corporate
guests (booking in advance essential). Located in some of the most
beautiful countryside in Britain, you'll have a chance to experience one of
the vehicles, a Defender, Range Rover, Discovery, Range Rover Sport or
Freelander - vehicles that really have been everywhere and done everything.
Whether for serious learning or serious fun, we promise you an experience
you'll never forget.
Other Local Attractions include:
Chester Zoo, Cheshire Workshops, Oulton Park, Blue Planet, Beeston Castle.