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This exhibition tells just some of the stories of Macclesfield's rich textile history: the people, the products, and the technologies that shaped the town, and the legacy the industry has left us today.

This exhibition highlights objects from a recent Pilgrim Trust-funded conservation project, uncovering treasures untouched for over 40 years from Macclesfield’s last handloom weavers.

Discover your roots in Macclesfield's textile industry with the guidance of a local family history expert.

Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a free tour of Macclesfield Cemetery, led by one of our experienced volunteer tour guides.

A tranquil wooded garden, surrounded by historic parkland, with a delightful walled garden at its heart. National Trust gardens open for free on Saturday 12 September.

Intertwining our textile heritage, medieval history, and contemporary creative energy, Macclesfield and The Bayeux is an exhibition centering our monumental community artwork, The Macclesfield History Tapestry.

Come and look round the stunning of building of St Paul’s and talk to us about our refurb plans. Free full english breakfast between 10am and 11:30am

The inside of St Alban's church is a hidden delight! Designed by AWN Pugin, opened in 1841, it is full of Gothic Revival features of great beauty. Come and discover the history of the parish and its people.

Town Centre Church, mainly Victorian with 15th century chapels and remnants of the earlier foundation in 1278. Heritage textiles on view, and bellringing demonstration. Trail leaflets, audio trail. Cafe open. Zipwire from the tower for teddy!