Located in historic Mobberley are a number of traditional country pubs offering delicious homemade food with extensive and varied menus. Many are within walking distance. Mobberley is also the birthplace of the famous mountaineer George Mallory who died on his third expedition to Everest in 1924. For more information please see (www.mobberley.themutual.net).

Rose Cottage is just 3 miles from Knutsford which is also well known for its links with many famous people including the poet Elizabeth Gaskell and the famous American, General Patton who was stationed for a time at Tatton Park during World War II. As well as being a magnificent Manor house and country park Tatton plays host to many events throughout the year including The Royal Horticultural Show. For a list of all other events please see (www.tattonpark.org.uk)

Set in the beautiful Cheshire countryside, Rose Cottage is an excellent base for exploring the surrounding areas such as The Peak District National Park (www.nationaltrust.org.uk) Chester and North Wales. The magnificent stately homes of Capesthorne, Gawsworth, Arley and Dunham Halls, together with the fascinating Jodrell Bank telescope and the arbouretum of Sir Bernard Lovell are just a short drive way .

Manchester airport is only a 10 minute drive, therefore Rose Cottage is happy to provide secure parking facilities and travel to and from the airport or other locations. (by prior arrangement).

For the more active, arrangements can be made to play golf at the nearby courses of Mobberley, (www.mobberleygolfclub.co.uk) Knutsford, Mere, Wilmslow and many more. Horse riding is available only 250 yards away. A large fishing pool is planned for summer 2004.