Welcome to Crag Hall

An authentic country house experience just waiting to be enjoyed.

Crag Hall offers a unique remote location at the heart of the Peak District National Park and a welcoming atmosphere that is second to none. The house is the private country retreat of The Earl & Countess of Derby and until recently has been used only by their close friends and family.

It is now available by exclusive appointment sleeping up to 20 guests plus staff accommodation and is ideally suited to extended groups of friends and family coming together. With breath-taking views over some of the country’s most beautiful scenery it makes the ideal country retreat.

Whether you are looking to enjoy country pursuits or the nearby towns of Macclesfield and Buxton Crag Hall is the perfect place to retreat to in order to relax, unwind and enjoy the great outdoors.

Luxury Accommodation

This impressive country house sits above the picturesque village of Wildboarclough, with breath-taking views of the Peak District National Park. This luxury property sleeps up to 20 guests and is ideally suited to extended groups of friends and family coming together.

Five Star Extras

We want your stay at Crag Hall to be as comfortable and as relaxing as possible.

Stunning Surroundings

Crag Hall is an imposing sandstone Georgian country house, with breath-taking views over some of the country’s most beautiful wild scenery, including the magnificent Shuttlingslow (traditional spelling) – the ‘Matterhorn of Cheshire’.

Activities

There are a wide range of activities to be enjoyed during your stay at Crag Hall. Everything from on and off road cycling, wild swimming at Three Shires Head, to a relaxing spa at nearby Buxton.

Knowsley Hall Private Stays

If you are looking for a perfect getaway with family, friends or colleagues in ultimate luxury, there is no better private stay than the Knowsley Estate, a private and quintessential walled estate of 2,500 acres that has been in the continuous ownership of the Stanley family since 1385.

By exclusive invitation of The Earl and Countess of Derby you and your guests will take over the entire house whether that be for a long weekend or a week holiday and be treated to the same impeccable service and unrivalled luxury and have exclusive access to the adventures on offer in the House and Park.