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A place to discover, celebrate, showcase and retreat

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The Glasshouse – a place where two become one

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The Pavilion – the heart of the celebrations

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The North Wing – a place to unwind in luxury

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Courtyard Cottages – a relaxing countryside retreat

Discover Combermere Abbey, a medieval estate set amidst the Cheshire countryside on the border of Shropshire. Surrounded by acres of rolling parkland, this unique and historic estate has been transformed into an exclusive-use wedding and events venue and luxury self-catering holiday cottages.

The details

The Pavilion – 150 seated dining capacity
200 maximum capacity
Edwardian Glasshouse
1,000 acres of Shropshire countryside
Nine self-catering Courtyard Cottages
The North Wing – Two luxury suites
Victorian Walled Gardens
Fruit Tree Maze

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See the real magic

Imagine waking up to a perfect morning in Cotton Cottage.☁️

Once a Coachman’s house, Cotton Cottage is a stylish and popular two-bedroom retreat with stunning views of Combermere’s rolling parkland, comfortably sleeping up to 4 guests. With its own private garden, wood-burning stove, and beautiful antique décor, it’s the perfect escape for a countryside getaway for you and the family. Book now to experience Cotton Cottage for yourself and bring the dog too.

Save this reel as your guide to enjoying the perfect morning at Combermere Abbey! 🌅

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As we embrace our cherished Victorian Christmas traditions at Combermere Abbey, it’s just as important to celebrate the beautiful diversity of cultures that make up our community. From Hanukkah’s Festival of Lights, to Diwali, Kwanzaa, and Buddhist festivals, each celebration brings its own richness to this magical time of year. ✨

Let’s take a moment to appreciate the many ways people celebrate the festive season, honouring unity, heritage, and joy. Would you like to learn a little more about these traditions? Visit the link on our bio to read our latest blog and discover how different cultures bring warmth and light to the season.

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Today is National Apple Day and to celebrate we wanted to share a delightful video of our talented gardeners, Matt and Kevin, as they pick the last of the seasonal fruit from Combermere Abbey’s stunning fruit maze. 🍏🍎

Thirty years ago, Sarah Callander Beckett and her husband Peter transformed the then-derelict Walled Gardens into the world’s only fruit tree maze, designed by the renowned Randoll Coate. This unique maze surrounds the Edwardian Glasshouse and features 135 apple and pear trees, along with an avenue of crab apples. With its winding paths stretching over half a mile to the centre and back, it’s a true treasure! 🌳🍎

Every year the fruit is pressed into fresh apple and pear juice which guests enjoy when staying with us at Combermere either in our cottages or North Wing. Nothing is more delicious than fresh pressed juice from organic fruit. Just book a stay through the link in our bio.

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Announcing the return of our popular winter event series in the spectacular library at Combermere Abbey. Breaking the Mould introduces three remarkable individuals whose lives have pivoted from an earlier path to an inspiring new direction. From PR to polar explorer; LA film producer to country house restorer and preserver and business man to Guinness book of records rower and creator of ActiPH water. Each of these individuals describe their fascinating journeys - absolutely guaranteed to captivate and inspire the audience!

Kicking off the series on Thursday November 28th is Rosie Stancer, PR executive turned renowned female polar and desert explorer. Titled: Tinkerbell and the Terminator: One Woman’s Role Journey in Polar Exploration. Hear and see her first hand account of the challenges of her solo polar expeditions followed by ‘In Conversation with Di Mather’ after the refreshments.

Each lecture will benefit a charity of their choice and the later events are scheduled for early February and early March. Details for these lectures will be posted on our website and social media pages. Space is limited due to the size of the room, so early booking is advised. To secure your tickets for the November lecture today by emailing sales@combermereabbey.co.uk with your name and contact details, Ref NOV24.

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A special invite from me, VITA—the four-legged ambassador of Combermere Abbey! 🐾

Autumn is paws-down the most exciting time of the year. The smells are incredible, lake swims (just for us pups!) are refreshing, and every walk is an adventure. Afterward, I love nothing more than curling up by the fire to warm up and dry off. So why not join me for a stroll through the Pleasure Garden at Combermere Abbey, where dogs can roam off the lead? 🐕

With golden leaves to chase, crisp air to sniff, and stunning views around every corner, it’s the perfect time to explore our beautiful estate. Whether it’s an early morning walk by the mere, a scamper through the woods, or a visit to our dog-friendly spot, ‘The Old Piggery Café,’ autumn at Combermere Abbey has never looked better. Book your stay through the link in bio and discover a thousand years of history with your furry friend.

Tag your favourite dog owner you’d love to stroll through the Pleasure Garden with! 🌿

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Send this to the person you’d love to share a moment with on this bench. 💌

Imagine you and that special someone taking a seat and soaking in the beauty of Combermere Abbey. 🍂

Picture yourself watching the sunrise over the beautiful lake at Combermere Abbey, warm coffee in hand, surrounded by autumn colours and inspiring gardens. It’s the perfect place for a peaceful walk, ending with a quiet moment on this bench, soaking in the breathtaking views.

Don’t miss out on your chance for a pre-half term autumn escape! Our cottages are available at an incredible VAT-free 20% off throughout October.

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When you’re looking for a magical getaway and stumble upon the hidden gem that is the North Wing at Combermere Abbey.

Imagine a night or two in pure luxury, complete with exclusive, spoiling touches. From breathtaking views over the mere and gardens to your very own private butler, ready to prepare your breakfast of choice, every moment feels special. 🏰

Ready for a getaway like no other? Book your North Wing experience today through the link in our bio and indulge in the ultimate escape.

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Almost 20 years ago, Combermere Abbey began a collaboration with The WRAG Scheme (Work and Retrain As a Gardener Scheme), which was started in 1933 to encourage women into horticulture.

The WRAG Scheme was designed for students to be mentored under a Head Gardener, Combermere offers a marvellous horticultural patchwork to gain important practical experience.

Over the years we have enjoyed following their respective careers develop and we currently have two trainees Claire and Catherine who will complete a year with us here at Combermere, under the eagle eye of Kevin, the senior gardener. 🌱

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Everyone needs a friendly café - it’s the hub of the community and in Whitchurch we are very lucky to have several - and all very different.

Today we continue our ‘Discover Whitchurch’ café tour by visiting @benjaminsdelicafe , which not only is a thriving café with indoor and outdoor seating but also offers an amazing selection of local and international cheeses, a wonderful delicatessen and sandwich counter as well as a treasure trove of unusual and different foods. 🧀

A family run business under the beady eye of Rachel supported by her fabulous team she brings quality and warmth to anyone looking to meet friends, pick up a quick lunch or drool over the cheese counter!

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Listen to Sarah as she tells a wonderful heart warming tale about the history of the big woods and how they have been transformed into a place of pure joy.

Discover how 150-200 carefully planted trees symbolise loyalty, love, compassion, and longevity, creating mythological significant that resonate with all the weddings here at Combermere Abbey.

This beautiful tradition holds deep meaning for us, and we’re excited to share it with you. 🌲

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With autumn approaching, there’s no better way to spend a long weekend than in one of our self-catering, dog-friendly cottages. 🍂

At Combermere Abbey, our Garden Woods and Mere provide the ideal retreat for you and your furry friends. Stroll through the Garden Wood, surrounded by hornbeam, beech, and oak trees, and take in the stunning lake views.

Enjoy peaceful walks to the water’s edge, let your dog roam freely, and unwind with an evening drink as you soak up the breathtaking scenery and watch the wildlife and waterfowl. 🦆

There are plenty of dog friendly pubs and eateries around us as well.. The Combermere Arms, The Bhurty in Aston and The Old Piggery Cafe at Parkview on the edge of the estate.

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Exciting news! We have just launched our newly redesigned website, and we can’t wait for you to check it out 🎉

With stunning new visuals, interactive drone plans, and streamlined content, it’s easier than ever to get inspired and start planning your wedding, event, or stay at our beautiful estate.

Head over to our website now and discover how Combermere Abbey Estate can make your special day unforgettable (link in bio) ✨

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