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Welcome to the official online guide to help you plan the perfect short break in Cheshire.
Our beautiful county is the perfect place to explore this year! From our vibrant towns and villages to our historic city of Chester, you can be sure of a truly unforgettable experience wherever you choose to visit.
In Chester & Cheshire you'll find everything including rural escapes and city breaks,ย some of the country's best attractions and most unmissable events, cosy pubs and Michelin-starred dining, and some of the finest shopping around! Explore our site to inspire your visit to Chester & Cheshire.
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Find your summer for less
Think you need deep pockets to enjoy Chester? Think again! This cityโs bursting with charm, history and cracking views โ and plenty of it wonโt cost you a penny.
The Reserve - Chester Zoo
Extraordinary experiences that protect the wild world.
Heritage Open Days
Discover Cheshireโs rich past during Heritage Open Days, Englandโs largest annual festival of history and culture.
Alfresco Dining in Chester: Where to Eat Outdoors in Style
Hereโs your guide to where to eat alfresco in Chester โ so pull up a chair, soak in the views, and dig in.
Like A Local
Nestled in the heart of Cheshire, the picturesque parish of Lymm, with a population of over 12,600, is one of Cheshireโs hidden treasures.
Forget the tourist traps and chain cafรฉsโthis is Chester, but cooler.
As a proud business owner in Tarporley, Iโve had the privilege spending lots of time in this beautiful Cheshire village home for many years.
Nestled in the south of the county โ close to the border of Staffordshire and Shropshire sits the thriving market town of Nantwich.
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Monthly Highlights
Warrington Mela
Dates: 31st Aug - 31st Aug 2025
Warrington Mela returns to the town centre on Sunday, August 31st for a full day of free, family-friendly festivities celebrating culture, identity and community.
Making Tracks 200
Dates: 24th Jul - 30th Aug 2025
It is 200 years since the first intercity train carried passengers, in this year of Railway200, what better way to celebrate than with another year of Making Tracks with Pete Waterman OBE and the Railnuts.
Summer in Time Square
Dates: 1st Aug - 31st Aug 2025
Summer in Time Square is a weekly series throughout August offering free family-friendly activities, entertainment, and outdoor fun. Each Thursday from 11am to 4pm, you can find games, rides, and interactive projects perfect for all ages.
Fearne Cotton's Happy Place
Dates: 30th Aug - 31st Aug 2025
Happy Place returns to Tatton Park offering a nourishing, feel-good and inclusive festival experience.
Unmissable Events
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Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre
Dates: 4th Jul - 31st Aug 2025
Chester's magical theatre-in-the-round returns to the heart of the picturesque Grosvenor Park.
Alice in Wonderland
Dates: 25th Jul - 30th Aug 2025
A walkabout theatre experience for kids!
Summer in Time Square
Dates: 1st Aug - 31st Aug 2025
Summer in Time Square is a weekly series throughout August offering free family-friendly activities, entertainment, and outdoor fun. Each Thursday from 11am to 4pm, you can find games, rides, and interactive projects perfect for all ages.
Alice in Wonderland Mad Hatter's Tea Party
Dates: 2nd Aug - 30th Aug 2025
After experiencing Alice in Wonderland: A Walkabout Adventure, treat your little ones to an enchanting Mad Hatterโs Tea Party in the heart of Grosvenor Park.
Blogging the best of Cheshire
Schoolโs out, the sunโs (hopefully!) shining, and the call of adventure has never been louder. This summer, Cheshire is bursting with unforgettable family days out!
Following a fabulous 2024 Nantwich Food Festival, the Festival organisers have excelled themselves for Festival 2025.
Anderton Boat Lift, the worldโs first major commercial boat lift, celebrated its 150th anniversary in style this weekend (July 26/27) with a fabulous free Victorian Fair, organised by the Canal & River Trust charity.