First look at Heaton Hall’s ‘glittering’ restoration as it prepares to reopen to public

Some new images have been released showing the inside of the historic Heaton Hall as it prepares to reopen to the public after its extensive restoration.

The impressive Grade I-listed property – also known as the jewel of Heaton Park – has been closed to visitors since summer 2025 for ongoing refurbishment to protect it from further deterioration, improve safety, and safeguard the building for future generations.

On top of that, the Orangery building – which is also set to reopen – has been closed since 2012. 

The heritage-led programme, undertaken by MC Construction Limited, has followed best practice guidance from Heritage England.

To respect the heritage interior, all rewiring, cabling, and other electrical services like improved Wi-Fi and data infrastructure – all of which forms a significant part of the restoration process to ‘future proof’ the building – have been discreetly routed through existing voids and behind skirtings to avoid visible surface wiring, wherever possible.  

The chandeliers have also been returned to their glittering best following intensive works to ‘refurbish and refresh’ the ornate features as part of the major rewiring programme.

As part of the long-term investment into the estate, Manchester City Council also announced ‘significant’ works to the Orangery, with a vision is to bring the building back into use as a high-quality events and dining venue after being vacant for more than a decade.  

“Heaton Hall is the jewel in the crown of Manchester’s heritage buildings,” commented Cllr Basat Sheikh, who is Manchester City Council’s Executive Member for Neighbourhoods.

“The Council take its role as custodians of the property seriously and for some years a long-term programme of investment has been underway to protect the building and make sure it is safeguarded and future proofed so that it can be enjoyed for years to come.  

“We know how important this building is to many of our residents and we can’t wait to welcome people back inside.”

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Following the rewiring works, Heaton Hall will be prepared to welcome back visitors later this year with tours organised by the Friends of Heaton Hall. 

The expert volunteers will take small groups through the property, providing visitors with fascinating historical insights about the hall and the various collections within the property.

More information about the tours will be made available in the coming months.  

Featured Image – Manchester City Council