5 Things to do this Week - 12th - 19th May 2025

1. The Giant Wheel at Grosvenor Park

Ready to see Chester from a whole new angle? Step into the sky and let the Chester Giant Wheel lift you 35 metres above the historic rooftops. Like a modern-day time machine, this majestic wheel spins stories of the past and present with every turn.

Catch your breath as the city unfolds beneath your feet — from the lush Grosvenor Park to the winding River Dee, all framed by the horizon. Whether you are chasing golden hour or starry skies, this ride is your front-row seat to wonder.

• Open daily (12–7pm) weather permitting.
• Address: Grosvenor Park, Chester, CH1 1QQ
• Tickets: £8 (adult) / £6 (child or senior) / £25 (family)

Book ahead, hold tight, and let Chester dazzle you from above.

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2. Keep On Keepin` On, Crewe

Step into a whirl of love, laughter, and vinyl grooves in Crewe’s most heartfelt stage storm. Keep On Keepin’ On is a soulful, hilariously chaotic tale of Eugene and Maxine, ex-lovers whose lives keep spinning like the records they once danced to. Now, with a failing shop, a fiery girlfriend, and a son fresh out of jail, Eugene is learning that family drama does not come with an off switch.

Set to the beat of Northern Soul, this story pulses with heart, humour, and high-street heartbreak.

It is a laugh-out-loud, soul-rich, cash-poor ride that proves even the messiest lives can find rhythm.

• Tuesday 13th – Saturday 17th May 2025
• Tickets: General admission £18.04 – Concessions (Under 16s and Over 65s) £13.70
• Address: Unit 4-5 Market Centre, Crewe, Cheshire CW1 2NG

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3. Garden Open Day at Combermere Abbey 

Step into a living fairytale at Combermere Abbey this Tuesday, where blooming secrets wait behind every hedge. For the first time since 2019, the Walled Gardens and Pleasure Grounds are open once more, inviting you to wander through six acres of peaceful perfection.

Lose yourself in the world’s only fruit tree maze, breathe in the scents of spring, and stroll past blossoms that whisper stories of centuries past. Whether you’re a green-fingered gardener or a daydreamer in need of calm, this is a rare chance to walk through living history in full bloom.

• Tuesday 13 May 2025, 10am to 3pm (last entry 3pm)
• Address: Combermere Abbey, Whitchurch, SY13 4AJ

Please note: Dogs and picnics are not permitted.

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4. Chester Craft Beer Festival

Raise your glass and get ready to toast the return of one of Chester’s most flavour-packed events. On Saturday 17 May, the Chester Craft Beer Festival pours back into town with a full tap list of craft breweries, gin and cocktail bars, cider stands, and street food delights — all served up with a side of live music and DJs.

Whether you’re a seasoned beer enthusiast or just looking for a buzzing day out, this is your chance to sip, savour, and socialise in the lively atmosphere of the Carriage Shed. Taste your way through unique brews, chat with local brewers, and dance into the evening with friends at your side. Come thirsty — leave happy.

Sessions:

• Early: 11:30am – 4:00pm
• Late: 5:00pm – 9:30pm
• Tickets: £12.50 (Advance booking only)
• Address: Carriage Shed, Chester

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5. Reaseheath Family Festival

Pack up the family and head to Reaseheath College for a full day of hands-on fun, curiosity, and countryside charm. On Sunday 18 May, the campus transforms into a wonderland of adventure, where brick laying, tree climbing, animal encounters, and flower arranging are just the beginning.

Wander through the Farmers Market, catch live demonstrations, explore the zoo and farm, and try your hand at all sorts of new skills. From the tiniest tots to the grown-ups, there’s something here to spark joy, inspire minds, and fill your day with smiles.

Arrive early, stay curious, leave inspired.

• Sunday 18 May 2025, 10am – 5pm
• Address: Reaseheath College, Nantwich, CW5 6DF

Tickets:

• Family (2 adults, up to 3 children): £30
• Adult: £10
• Child (4–15): £6
• Concessions: £6
• Children under 3: Free

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