Martha Rose Interiors

Martha Rose Interiors sits on the edge of Macclesfield, a converted period property that's become something of a destination for anyone serious about interior design and home furnishings. Walking in, you're faced with room after room of carefully curated stock - think vintage finds mixed with contemporary pieces, original artworks, soft furnishings, and the kind of lighting fixtures that actually make a difference to a space. It's less a shop and more a working design studio where the owner clearly has a sharp eye for what works.

This appeals most to people who care about how their homes look - interior design enthusiasts, decorators sourcing pieces for projects, or anyone fed up with mass-produced furniture from the high street. You'll easily spend an hour here picking through the stock, though it's not the sort of place you dash round in twenty minutes.

The bonus is it sits well within reach of Kisswood Cabins, just five miles away - a proper woodland stay that's ideal if you're making a weekend of exploring the Cheshire design and craft scene. Pop into Martha Rose one afternoon, then head back to your cabin for a quiet evening. Worth the detour if you're that way inclined, though it's absolutely not for anyone just after a quick tourist tick-box. Opening hours and admission details are worth confirming before making the trip - local design spots like this don't always keep standard retail hours.