Rake Hall, Grade II listed country house in Little Stanney, England
Rake Hall is a two-storey country house in Little Stanney, Cheshire, built in brick with stone dressings and a slate roof, and fitted with large casement windows. It now operates as a pub with dining areas and guest rooms inside.
The building was put up in the 17th century as a home for the Bunbury family, one of the established families of Cheshire. It changed hands and was altered several times before eventually being turned into a pub.
Inside, local prints and a decorative library give the rooms the feel of a private country house rather than a pub. Guests often notice details like framed works and wooden fittings that recall the building's life as a family home in Cheshire.
The pub opens at midday and stays open into the evening, though hours can vary depending on the day. Parking is available on site, and the building is easy to reach from the village.
The pub keeps a regular selection of locally brewed beers, including Timothy Taylor Landlord and Weetwood Cheshire Cat, with other taps rotating by season. This makes it a good place to try beers from the north of England without having to visit a dedicated brewery.
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