Attractions in Cheshire West and Chester

The beginning of one of the best cyclways in Wirral/Chester. The short section of boardwalk takes you towards a few connecting roads in the Deeside Industrial estate and on to … read more

Covering an area of 972 hectares (2,410 acres), Delamere Forest is Cheshire's largest area of woodland. The peaceful forest has many trails that showcase the wonderful nature and diverse wildlife. … read more

This is a great experience. A giant 'board walk' that can be used by walkers & cyclists which allows you to over the Dee Marshes, opposite the RSBP Bird Sanctuary … read more

Be aware that parts of this towpath are very narrow with poor riding surface very close to the canal edge. Maintenance of the hedges and vegetation is currently (2018) a … read more

Nice route to escape city

Blakemere Moss is a flooded area of Delamere Forest. The lake is rich in biodiversity and is designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest. It is a great place … read more

Very friendly cycle and coffee shop. Very good cake too!

Overlooking the River Dee, Chester Castle was an important stronghold during the Medieval era. The 11th-century castle has witnessed many battles and executions: Richard II, Eleanor Cobham and John Neville … read more

Black Lake is a tranquil nature reserve within Delamere Forest. The reserve is home to many species of dragonfly and damselfly, as well as unusual mosses. The lake is a … read more

At 716 feet (227 m) Rawhead is the highest point on the Sandstone Trail and affords some wonderful views over Cheshire. A little further down the trail, you reach a cave known as Bloody Bones, which you can peek inside.

The River Dee flows 68 miles (110 km) through beautiful areas of Wales and the UK, travelling from Snowdonia to the Wirral Peninsula. Its name comes from the Brythonic word … read more

The decayed ramparts of Woodhouse Iron Age Hillfort are not easily visible these days. At one time, however, experts believe that the ramparts were once 13 feet (four metres) high. … read more

Helsby Hill is an Iron Age hillfort commanding a prominent position above Helsby village and grand views in all directions. Combining both natural and human-made features, steep cliffs on the … read more

Great views of North Wales looking out over the River Dee. Friendly staff, good coffee and cakes

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The heart of Chester is its ancient, grand cathedral. Once a Benedictine monastery, the Grade I-listed cathedral still has monastic buildings within its campus. For architecture enthusiasts, the cathedral is … read more

The Anderton Boat Lift is a tremendous feat of engineering that provides a 50 foot (15.2 m) vertical link between the River Weaver and the Trent and Mersey Canal. The … read more

Delamere, which means ‘forest of the lakes’, is Cheshire's largest area of woodland. However, the forest you see today is all that remains of the vast forests of Mara and … read more

Beeston Castle is a magnificent 11th-century former stronghold that once belonged to Henry III. Built in the 1220s by Ranulf de Blondeville, the castle was partly destroyed under Cromwell in … read more

Eastgate clock is one of Chester’s most iconic landmarks and the second most photographed clock in the World after Big Ben. The clock was built in 1899 by the J.B … read more

Marbury Country Park boasts avenues of lime trees, an arboretum, a wildlife-rich mere, and even has an outdoor swimming pool (£8 for adults, £5 for children). The park is nestled … read more