Set in 50 acres in the heart of the beautiful Cheshire countryside, Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre & Countryside Park offers everything for the perfect day out. Home of the internationally renowned Cotebrook Shire Horse Stud we have been breeding prize winning Shires here for over 35 years and they form the centrepiece of the Centre. The Shire Horse is the largest breed of horse in the world and we welcome you to meet our Stallions, Mares & Foals and learn about this fabulous Old English Breed from our friendly and informative staff who will be pleased to share their knowledge. We have up to 30 horses at any time for you to meet. As well as our Shire horses we have a fantastic selection of British animals & birdlife both wild & domesticated including many rare breeds. See our miniature Shetland Pony, Large Black Pigs, Aberdeen Angus Cattle, Birds of prey, Red Deer, Red Foxes and Red Squirrels, Polecats and Otters.