Arts & Culture

This year, three of the county's most celebrated historic houses are hosting works by some of the greatest artists who ever lived. Turner. Rembrandt. Canaletto.

Instead of vowing to give things up this January, why not add a few new adventures to your list? Here are 22 new hobbies and experiences to discover across Cheshire in 2026.

Tatton Park announces major new exhibition – Beyond the View: Canaletto - opening 28 March – 1 November 2026.

Open-air theatre, film, comedy, food, family fun and more take over Chester’s Grosvenor Park this summer with four fabulous shows set to entertain and enchant audiences.

Storyhouse is Chester's multi award-winning 37m theatre, library, restaurant and cinema.

Quarry Bank is a place of stark contrast, where the power of the Industrial Revolution sits alongside the beauty of picturesque gardens and lush countryside.

Amidst the hustle and bustle of Chester Northgate, wander your way into Chester Picturehouse: a treat of a cinema boasting six screens and a café-bar, not to mention a stunning mural created exclusively for us by artist Murugiah.

Crewe Heritage Centre is the town's only museum, telling the story of how a small farming hamlet became an engineering heavyweight and household name in under 200 years.

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, a unique blend of modern and medieval history.

Storyhouse is Chester's multi award-winning 37m theatre, library, restaurant and cinema.

Quarry Bank is a place of stark contrast, where the power of the Industrial Revolution sits alongside the beauty of picturesque gardens and lush countryside.

Crewe Heritage Centre is the town's only museum, telling the story of how a small farming hamlet became an engineering heavyweight and household name in under 200 years.

Amidst the hustle and bustle of Chester Northgate, wander your way into Chester Picturehouse: a treat of a cinema boasting six screens and a café-bar, not to mention a stunning mural created exclusively for us by artist Murugiah.

Parr Hall is one of the north west's leading arts and entertainment venues for music, comedy, drama and much more.

Hawarden Estate is one of Britain's most creative, forward-thinking, storied, and beautiful private estates.

Browse this art gallery on the historic rows of Chester where the latest paintings are available for purchase. Julie's paintings and prints continue to find their way around the world, from Ambleside to Australia, from New York to New Zealand.