Holmes Chapel

Holmes Chapel is a village in Cheshire near Crewe, spreading across the landscape with a residential heart and a central area containing shops and local services. The settlement centers around The Square, which historically served as the focal point for markets and gatherings.

The village originated in the 13th century from a chapel and was formerly called Church Hulme before transforming into a settlement with market functions. This shift from a religious site to a trading center shaped the form the community takes today.

The settlement grew around a medieval chapel that gave it its name and remains a focal point for the community today. Residents and visitors find themselves in a place where local traditions and everyday activities shape the rhythm of daily life.

The village sits on a railway line with regular service to nearby cities, and the M6 motorway provides road access for those traveling by car. Walking around the center is the best way to see the shops and local facilities that make up the community.

Cotton Hall is a 15th-century manor that belonged to the Cotton family for generations and now holds Grade II* listed status. This building represents a long-standing local connection to a prominent family whose influence shaped the area over centuries.

Location: Cheshire East

Elevation above the sea: 63 m

Shares border with: Cranage, Sproston, Brereton, Twemlow

GPS coordinates: 53.20400,-2.35300

Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:44