Heaton Hall and orangery

The Grade I listed Heaton Hall was built in two phases. The central block, and the west wing were completed in 1778. Followed by the east wing one year later. The entrance of the house is on the north side, with the main façade facing south. This is a traditional Palladian design. At the front of the Hall is the 'ha-ha'. This is a wall that cannot be seen from the house. It drops down from the lawn to keep grazing animals out and gives a clear view across the park. Today, the ground floor rooms on the north east have been converted to a space for exhibitions and are occasionally open to the public for tours. The Orangery The Orangery was added to the house around 1823. It was thought to have been built for Lady Mary Stanley, wife of the 2nd Earl, who was interested in botany. Originally the Orangery had a domed, glass roof, this was replaced with a flat roof by Manchester Corporation in 1902. Today, the Orangery is an events and conference centre, run by Manchester City Council.