Top 10 Free Things to do in Cheshire, England

April 7, 2022 Madelene Haan

Discover the best top things to do in Cheshire, United Kingdom including The Antiques Shop, Walton Hall and Gardens, Chester Cathedral, Warrington Museum & Art Gallery, Castle Park Arts Centre, Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet, River Dee, Grappenhall Heys Walled Garden, Blaze Farm, Knutsford Heritage Centre.
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1. The Antiques Shop

40 Watergate Street, Chester CH1 2LA England +44 1244 316286 [email protected] http://www.antiqueschester.com
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5.0 based on 122 reviews

The Antiques Shop

The Antiques Shop, located at street level, within the Rows of Chester. Established in 1989. Owned and run by the same Antiques Dealer, for nearly 30 years, selling genuine British Antique and Vintage items. The shop building is a late 13th century great medieval stone town house, circa 1290-1300. Although the facade is imitation 17th century, within the building there are substantial remains of the medieval town house. 38-42 Watergate Street is one of the most interesting buildings in Chester. Rarely has the medieval fabric of a building survived so intact as in the upper levels, and rarely has a building been so thoroughly investigated.

Reviewed By 204DavidR - Chester, United Kingdom

I went in this little shop looking for an early antique map of Cheshire. The owner was really helpful and knowledgeable. There were several to choose from and I left with a particularly nice example. I was nearly tempted to buy an exceptional piece of vintage leather luggage but I was spent up. This shop is a real treasure trove of interesting antiques, Being local I will definitely be back before Christmas.

2. Walton Hall and Gardens

Walton Hall Gardens Walton Lea Road Higher Walton, Warrington WA4 6SN England +44 1925 262908 [email protected] http://www.warrington.gov.uk/waltonhall
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4.5 based on 1,188 reviews

Walton Hall and Gardens

Reviewed By Ollerbarrow - Altrincham, United Kingdom

With its Hall, extensive gardens and playgrounds, petting zoo, pitch and putt and other attractions this is a great place to bring young and old for a day out on a nice sunny day. Parking is cheap at £3 for the day and there are plenty of food outlets dotted around, although it is invariably cheaper to bring a picnic. Short term attractions will lighten your pocket, yet keep any youngsters expending more energy. A great place.

3. Chester Cathedral

9 Abbey Square, Chester CH1 2HU England +44 1244 324756 [email protected] http://chestercathedral.com
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4.5 based on 5,247 reviews

Chester Cathedral

Chester Cathedral is many things to many people: a vibrant community of worship, an ancient abbey, an archaeological treasure, a cultural hub, a centre of musical excellence and a unique blend of medieval and modern history.

Warrington Library Museum Street Cultural Quarter, Warrington WA1 1JB England +44 1925 442399 [email protected] http://www.warringtonmuseum.co.uk/
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4.5 based on 272 reviews

Warrington Museum & Art Gallery

Located above Warrington Central Library, Warrington Museum is one of the oldest municipal museums in the country. Much of the quintessential character of the building has been preserved and its original glass cabinets are crammed with treasures from all over the world. Work from acclaimed artists is also on display in the art gallery, and there is a lively program of events, activities and temporary exhibitions. Admission is free!

Reviewed By paulinedV6545QL

What a lovely little museum. It’s such a refreshing change to go to a museum, where my students can interact and try thing like armour on. Make drawings and writings. My class are adults learning English and they enjoyed it immensely. Well done Warrington, definitely worth a visit no matter what age you are.

5. Castle Park Arts Centre

off Fountain Lane, Frodsham WA6 6SE England +44 1928 735832 [email protected] http://Www.Castleparkarts.Co.Uk
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4.5 based on 125 reviews

Castle Park Arts Centre

Reviewed By richardbS9720PP - Frodsham, United Kingdom

3 well organised exhibition rooms showing muliple artists, often with artwork for sale, plus a small cafe downstairs.. A central courtyard with table and chairs with a few local craft shops. Alongside is a childrens play area and extensive parklands

6. Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet

Kinsey Road, Ellesmere Port CH65 9JJ England +44 151 348 5600 [email protected] http://www.cheshireoaksdesigneroutlet.com/
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4.5 based on 2,996 reviews

Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet

Cheshire Oaks is the UK's largest Designer Outlet With a quarter-million square feet of retail space, comprising more than 140 boutiques, restaurants and cafes, Cheshire Oaks isn't merely the UK's largest Designer Outlet. The Designer Outlet has a wide range of stores, offering something to suit every taste. Highlights range from athletic labels, like Nike and Adidas, and high-street favourites, like Marks & Spencer and Next, to a selection of iconic fashion brands, including Burberry, Polo, Michael Kors and Hugo Boss.

Reviewed By helenhN4667MN - Ilkeston, United Kingdom

First visit with my seventeen yo son and was very impressed, lots of shops to go at at great prices, I would also recommend if you have a student union card to use it, you can save a fortune ????

7. River Dee

Chester England +44 1244 400594
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4.5 based on 1,458 reviews

River Dee

Reviewed By carlandviv - Warrington, United Kingdom

We went on the lady diana boat trip down the river Dee, I had someone disabled in a wheelchair, the staff was very helpful, they made us feel very welcome, they made the day to remember, I like to thank all the staff on th lady diana for all there help and making my disabled cliant day

8. Grappenhall Heys Walled Garden

Astor Drive Grappenhall, Warrington WA4 3DS England +44 7999 619575 [email protected] http://www.ghwalledgarden.org.uk/
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4.5 based on 276 reviews

Grappenhall Heys Walled Garden

Grappenhall Heys Walled Garden was originally part of the estate of Thomas Parr, a wealthy banker in Warrington who established his home here around 1830. After a turbulent period of demise, the walled garden was saved and transformed back to its former glory. Facilities include a pleasure garden with 3 ponds, a fully stocked kitchen garden, a cafe which is open on Friday, Saturday and Sunday serving a selection of freshly made food using, where possible, produce from the kitchen garden when available. The site, owned by Grappenhall & Thelwall Parish Council, is open Tuesday-Sunday and admission is free. Opening times: Tuesday - Thursday from 1pm - 4pm (Garden only), Friday 9am - 4pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am - 5pm (Garden and Fountain Room Cafe). The site has disabled access and toilet facilities.

Reviewed By Saffy96 - Cheshire, United Kingdom

My husband and I visited today whilst walking our dog, and we called in at the cafe. I had the falafel wrap and my husband had the chicken wrap followed by Toffee Apple and Walnut cake ( with cream) and it was all absolutely gorgeous. The chicken was delicious and succulent and the salad was fresh, the best food we’ve had in a while. The slices of cake are generous sizes too. Some previous reviews have said they found it expensive, however it’s quality food and we think that is a fair price to pay.

9. Blaze Farm

Wildboarclough, Macclesfield SK11 0BL England +44 1260 227229 [email protected] http://www.blazefarm.com
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4.5 based on 315 reviews

Blaze Farm

Reviewed By Louppg - Greater London, United Kingdom

3rd time visiting Blaze farm over the years and I love going here. Visited with an 11 year old in the Easter holidays - we enjoyed seeing the lambing, holding lambs and petting the baby goat. The farmer was giving running commentary on delivering a lamb and answered our questions well. The lambing shed entrance price was excellent value. Walked along the nature trail and had fairly close up views of the sheep and lambs and geese. There is also a peacock wondering around too! Finished off with a tasty ice cream - great value trip out with lovely animal experiences for all ages! Fab views as well from the siteacross the countryside. If you can't park on the tarmac, keep driving on through the site for parking on rougher terrain further back from the main sheds.

10. Knutsford Heritage Centre

90A King Street, Knutsford WA16 6ED England +44 1565 650506 [email protected] http://www.knutsfordheritage.co.uk
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4.5 based on 97 reviews

Knutsford Heritage Centre

Knutsford Heritage Centre is the best way to discover Knutsford and Elizabeth Gaskell’s Cranford. Changing exhibitions tell the story of Knutsford and its people. Official Walking Tours of Knutsford run every Friday afternoon (at 2pm from May-October. The Centre also houses the famous Knutsford Tapestry, measuring 52 metres it took 4 years to complete and involved 3,000 people in the stitching. It captures the architecture and every day life of Knutsford in the year 2000.

Reviewed By verity1

As well as the astonishing tapestry, which the lady volunteers told us all about, there is a touching memorial to local soldiers killed in WW1 and a pretty courtyard garden kept up by one of the gardeners from Dunham Massey. If you want to find out a lot about Knutsford, this is for you. It is a small place, not suitable for very large groups.

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