The Secrets of Heaton Hall and Park
Supplied by: Jonathan Schofield Tours
James Wyatt was one of the great architects of his day and Heaton Hall is one of his masterworks. This guided tour includes a rare visit inside the house where you’ll explore glorious interiors including the circular Cupola Room.
Your knowledgeable tour guide will also bring to life the stories contained within the building, with Heaton Hall being something of a love story set in stone.
And then there’s the surrounding Heaton Park, whose history is as rich and extensive as the Hall’s. Hear tales of the owners, the Earls of Wilton, of Fanny Kemble and the Duke of Wellington, of ‘the world’s first DJ’, of Pope John Paul II’s visit and about huge gigs from the likes of the Stone Roses.
Whether you’ve never visited Heaton Hall or you think you know it very well, be prepared to be surprised and delighted by what this tour reveals.
Overview
James Wyatt was one of the great architects of his day and Heaton Hall is one of his masterworks, built in phases between 1778 and 1789. This guided tour includes a rare visit inside the house where you’ll explore its glorious interiors, all bringing a mix of elegance, opulence and drama.
Your knowledgeable guide will not only give you insights into stunning spaces such as the circular Cupola Room; they’ll also reveal the stories that they contain. The whole building, in fact, is something of a love story set in stone – the passion between a young married couple immortalised through architecture.
And then there’s the surrounding Heaton Park, whose history is as rich and extensive as the Hall’s. Hear tales of the owners, the Earls of Wilton, of Fanny Kemble and the Duke of Wellington visiting in 1830, of ‘the world’s first DJ’, William Grimshaw, of Pope John Paul II’s visit and about huge gigs from the likes of the Stone Roses.
But it’s not all about the aristocracy and famous faces; there are some fascinating tales to be heard about everyday visitors, too. After all, Heaton Park is truly the ‘people’s park’ and has been since 1902 when it was bought by Manchester Corporation, now City Council.
Whether you’ve never visited Heaton Hall or you think you know it very well, be prepared to be surprised and delighted by what this tour reveals.
Highlights
- Enjoy a rare visit inside the architectural gem that is Heaton Hall
- View and get insights about stunning spaces such as the circular Cupola Room
- Learn the history of Heaton Hall, from its architecture to its inhabitants
- Hear fascinating tales about the owners and guests of Heaton Park, from the Duke of Wellington to Pope John Paul II
- Find out why Heaton Park is truly the ‘people’s park’, with more fascinating stories about everyday visitors
What's included
- Guided tour led by a knowledgeable and experienced tour guide
- Entrance to Heaton Hall
- Food and drink
- Transportation to and from the walking tour
- Umbrellas
Cancellation policy
You may cancel or modify your booking up to 24 hours before the event start time for a full refund.
