It embraces a variety of landscape features, including a superb woodland garden, an alpine scree, a damp garden and spectacular summer flower borders. Izaac Walton is best remembered for writing the 'The Compleat Angler' which was completed in 1653. The following year he bought the Halfhead Estate which included the cottage. Cholmondeley Castle Garden is said by many to be among the most romantically beautiful gardens they have ever seen. Extensively rebuilt in the Gothic Revival Style in 1813, the castle fell into ruin through this century.
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Distances by road will be longer. Well located for the Alton Towers theme park and excursions out into the surrounding countryside, this modern Posthouse hotel is a real family favourite. Situated in a quiet setting within its own grounds, the Clayton Hotel offers views over the Lyme Valley. The Club Bar is popular with the locals offering a great choice of drinks. An informal hotel offering modern facilities and value for money with excellent road links via the A50, A500 and M6 - just 16 miles from Alton Towers.