The Old Carthouse


 
Cromwell's Manor
 

Approached by a quiet country lane, surrounded by stunning views and the beautiful gardens of Woodhey Hall both properties have large secure gardens with patios and BBQ's provided.
We also have a games lawn, childrens play area and indoor games room.

Welcome to Woodhey Hall

For those looking for a truly glamorous and luxurious 5 star holiday experience this year could do no better than stay at Woodhey Hall on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Faddiley, in the heart of the Cheshire countryside.

This recently renovated, stunning complex of two self-catering Elizabethan Barns, offers large groups of family or friends (up to 10 for Cromwells Manor and 6 for The Carthouse) or smaller groups at a discount, a taste of the high life close to a delightful working farm.

With sweeping and impressive views across the Cheshire plains, each of the two sumptuous lets are fitted out with the ultimate in five star luxury. With four poster beds, top-of-the-range modern kitchens, expensively furnished sitting rooms, there is little that has not been thought of to ensure guests a most comfortable and enjoyable stay.

The main building, Woodhey Hall, has quite a distinguished history and was once owned by wealthy local landowner Elizabeth Wilbraham. A private chapel was also built within the hall's grounds and people who make a reservation can be given a specially guided tour.

Perhaps one of the most interesting facts about Woodhey Hall itself, is that arch republican, Oliver Cromwell was reputed to have stayed there during the 17th century Civil War.

Major battles took place in the nearby town of Nantwich and the city of Chester. Reenactments of the 'Battle of Nantwich' take place most years, with many local people kitted out in Roundhead or Royalist regalia.

But perhaps one of the most exciting aspects of a stay in Faddiley is that it is close to so many interesting towns, cities and attractions.

Woodhey Hall is a holiday destination quite unlike any other. Situated close to the historic market town of Nantwich and within the charming hamlet of Faddiley, it has a rich and glorious history that stretches back to the times of the Norman Conquest.

Local aristocracy, particularly the Wilbraham family resided on this estate for many of the centuries it has been standing, and held titles and became members or parliament among other notable ranks.

In the past five years, two of the outlying Elizabethan barns at Woodhey have been converted into 5 star luxury accommodation, where every effort has been made to achieve the perfect mix of contemporary and more traditional styles.

With rich brocade and heavy drapes, four poster beds and top of the range fixtures and fittings, people will be able to be transported back in time almost into a different age where women were ladies and men were typically noble or gentlemen.

With a 17th century private chapel on site, visitors to Woodhey will not just be able to feel part of a country manor, but they will also be able to take in the diverse and great variety of surroundings and attractions within an hour's drive from the property.

With Wales, Shopshire, Derbyshire and Lancashire all within easy reach people could be at Tatton Hall one day or Llangollen or Chester the next. The choices and possilibilities are wonderfully limitless and infinite.

To find out more about holidaying here this spring and summer, please call Ruth Robinson on 01270 524 215 or e-mail: woodheyhall@hotmail.com. She very much looks forward to hearing from you soon.

 

 
If it's a rural escape you're after, then people can fully immerse themselves in farm life, and help look after the local horses, rabbits and ducks.

There's many a quiet country lane to cycle or ramble along, and plenty of delightful country tea rooms and public houses to try out in the surrounding area.

But, for more serious walkers, the Peak District, Shropshire Hills, Snowdonia and Clwydian range of North Wales are all but a stone's throw away.

And indeed, for those in need of some serious retail therapy, then there's the shopping meccas of Chester, Manchester and Liverpool all approximately an hour's drive away.

Moreover, there's a whole host of other opportunities for fun in and around this area, which will be listed in the course of the year as this website is developed more fully.

It's very much hoped guests will add their own recollections about favourite places or restaurants they have visited to this site as well.

In any event, if you would like to find out more about cottage availability please telephone Ruth Robinson
on (01270)524215 or Fax: (01270)524677 or e.mail: woodheyhall@hotmail.com
She very much looks forward to hearing from you soon.