One of Manchester’s most treasured heritage buildings has taken another step towards reopening after the historic chandeliers inside Heaton Hall were carefully restored as part of a major refurbishment programme.
The Grade I-listed hall, located in Heaton Park, has been closed to visitors since the summer of 2025 while extensive works are carried out to protect the building for future generations.ย
As part of the project, specialist conservators have painstakingly refurbished the hall’s ornate chandeliers while a full electrical rewire has modernised the historic property.
The investment is designed to safeguard the 18th-century building, improve safety and support future events, exhibitions and commercial filming.
Historic Chandeliers Restored During Major Conservation Project
As part of the restoration, specialist conservators from Brotheridge Chandeliers carefully removed, repaired, rewired and reinstalled five large chandeliers and seven smaller suspended light fittings found throughout the hall.
The intricate restoration covered some of Heaton Hall’s most impressive rooms, including the Music Room, Saloon, Library, Dining Room, Billiards Room and the iconic Cupola Room.
The earliest chandelier dates back more than 200 years, with conservation work focusing on preserving as much of the original craftsmanship as possible.
Where historic fittings could not be saved, carefully designed replacements were introduced only after conservation approval to ensure they remained sympathetic to the building’s heritage.
Alongside the chandelier restoration, the hall has undergone a complete electrical rewire, with new fire detection systems, upgraded security, improved Wi-Fi infrastructure and modern lighting installed discreetly to preserve the building’s historic interiors.
The improvements will also allow Heaton Hall to host larger cultural events and attract more television and film productions in the future, following its recent appearances in productions including A Gentleman in Moscow and The House of Guinness.
Heaton Hall Set to Reopen Later This Year
Following the completion of the refurbishment works, Heaton Hall is expected to welcome visitors back later this year through guided tours organised by the Friends of Heaton Hall.
Visitors will once again be able to explore the historic rooms while learning about the building’s rich history, impressive artwork, period furniture and the celebrated murals that decorate the famous Cupola Room.
Councillor Basat Sheikh, Manchester City Council’s Executive Member for Neighbourhoods, said:
“Heaton Hall is the jewel in the crown of Manchester’s heritage buildings, an icon of north Manchester and beloved by generations of Mancunians.
“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.”
Orangery and Heaton Park Improvements Continue
The restoration programme extends beyond the hall itself, with significant work also beginning on the historic Orangery, which has stood vacant since 2012.
Roof repairs are now underway before a full internal refurbishment transforms the building into a new dining and events venue, with reopening currently planned for late 2027 or early 2028.
Elsewhere in Heaton Park, visitors are already benefiting from recently completed improvements, including the refurbished Lakeside Cafรฉ, upgraded toilet facilities and new accessibility features.
Among the additions is a wheelchair-accessible pedalo capable of carrying up to nine people, while accessible picnic benches, lowered service counters and improved seating have been introduced to make the park more welcoming for visitors of all abilities.
With restoration work continuing across the estate, the latest milestone marks another important step in preserving one of Manchester’s most significant historic landmarks while preparing it for a new generation of visitors.
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