Local Guide

Welcome to Thorley Cottage.

Find some local attractions below.

Mobberley is a large historic village and civil parish in Cheshire, England, located between Knutsford and Wilmslow


Mobberley railway station provides local train services on the Mid-Cheshire Line between Manchester and Chester.

Bus routes connect the village to nearby Knutsford and Altrincham.

Major roads like the A5156 and M56 are a short drive away.


Mobberley is famous for its exceptional concentration of award-winning country pubs and charming eateries. Whether you are looking for fine gastro dining, a comforting homemade pie, or a traditional spot for a pint, the village offers brilliant options.


See more details below.





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Local guide to Mobberley Village


Mobberley offers a charming mix of local independent shops, daily essential stores, and renowned Cheshire farm shops located directly within the village or along its leafy borders.


Mobberley Village Bakers - a stone’s throw away from Thorley Cottage. Open weekdays 7:30am - 3pm (open until 2pm on a Saturday and closed Sundays). Perfect for breakfast, lunch, cakes and pastries.


Charlie’s of Mobberley - Located on the opposite side of the road from the bakery. Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday 4:30pm - 8.30pm. Open Friday 11:30am - 2pm and 4:30pm - 8.30pm (closed Sunday and Monday). A delicious contemporary but traditional family run fish and chip shop.




Getting Around


Knutsford Taxis tel 07447 722585

AB Cabs tel 07473 366888

Passenger Cars tel 0161 928 1111

Uber operate in the area via their App

Local buses operate from Mobberley village 


Mobberley Bars and Restaurants


The Roebuck Inn - Located 0.5miles away from Thorley Cottage. Offering small plates and classic bistro dishes daily. Brunch available 7 days a week from 9am - 11.30am.


The Bull’s Head - Located 0.5 miles away from Thorley Cottage, right opposite the Roebuck Inn. Home cooked food daily. It was crowned the best pub in Cheshire in 2025.


The Church Inn - Located 1 mile away from Thorley Cottage. The Church Inn won the ‘best pub in North West 2026’ award. This pub offers local ales and a candlelit dining room in a rustic 18th Century rural inn


The Bird in hand - Located 1.4 miles away from Thorley Cottage. An 18th century roadside pub with a historic interior



Local guide to Knutsford


Knutsford is a historic and affluent market town in Cheshire, England, situated just over 2 miles from Thorley Cottage.

Knutsford has plenty to offer including several bars and restaurants, coffee shops, boutiques & antique galleries.


Key Highlights

  • Tatton Park: A massive historic estate on the town doorstep featuring a mansion, 1,000 acres of deer park, and formal gardens.
  • Literary History: The town served as the model for the fictional town of Cranford in Elizabeth Gaskell’s famous 19th-century novel.
  • Shopping & Dining: King Street and Princess Street offer independent boutiques, alfresco dining spots, and historic architecture.
  • Traditions: Famous for its annual Royal May Day festival and the traditional Knutsford Market Hall.