Castles · Yorkshire & the Humber
Bramhall
In or near Handforth.
Bramhall is a large village in the Metropolitan Borough of Stockport, Greater Manchester, England. It was formerly a civil parish in Cheshire. At the 2021 census, the built-up area, as defined by the
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1.5 h–3 h
- Nearest railway station
- Bramhall · 0.4 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Limited wheelchair access
About
Bramhall is a large village in the Metropolitan Borough of Stockport, Greater Manchester, England. It was formerly a civil parish in Cheshire. At the 2021 census, the built-up area, as defined by the Office for National Statistics, had a population of 17,195.
Photo gallery
Official information
Cheshire Art Gallery showcases a variety of artworks, including pieces by notable artists such as L.S. Lowry and Geoffrey Key. Visitors can view and purchase art, with private viewings available by appointment.
From the Wikipedia article
Bramhall is a large village in the Metropolitan Borough of Stockport, Greater Manchester, England. It was formerly a civil parish in Cheshire. At the 2021 census, the built-up area, as defined by the Office for National Statistics, had a population of 17,195.
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Background
History
In 1066, the Anglo-Saxon manor of Bramall was held as separate estates by two freemen, Brun and Hakon. In 1070, William the Conqueror subdued the north-west of England and divided the land among his followers. The manor was given to Hamon de Massey, who eventually became the first Baron of Dunham Massey. The earliest reference to Bramall was recorded in the Domesday Book as "Bramale", a name derived from the Old English words brom meaning broom, both indigenous to the area, and halh meaning nook or secret place, probably by water. De Massey received the manor as wasteland, since it had been devastated in the Harrying of the North. By the time of the Domesday survey, the land was recovering…
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- Coordinates
- 53.3570, -2.1640
- District
- Stockport
- Parish
- Stockport, unparished area
- Postcode
- SK7 2BE
- Parliamentary constituency
- Cheadle
- Phone
- +44 161 217 0625
- Nearest railway station
- Bramhall — 0.4 km
- Opening
- Tuesday–Friday 10am–5pm; Monday and Sunday by appointment
- Official site
- www.cheshireartgallery.co.uk
Sources
- wikipedia: Bramhall (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bramhall?
- Bramhall is in the West Midlands, United Kingdom (postcode SK7 2BE), in the parish of Stockport, unparished area.
- What is Bramhall?
- Bramhall is a large village in the Metropolitan Borough of Stockport, Greater Manchester, England. It was formerly a civil parish in Cheshire. At the 2021 census, the built-up area, as defined by the
- How do I get to Bramhall?
- The nearest railway station is Bramhall, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can use postcode SK7 2BE.
- Does Bramhall charge admission?
- Bramhall typically charges admission. Check the official site for current ticket prices and opening hours.
- How do I get to Bramhall?
- The nearest railway station is Bramhall, about 0.4 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SK7 2BE.