Be Like Bond in Cheshire

Hollywood superstar Daniel Craig was born in Chester and over the past 15 years we have seen him rise to become the fearless and charming James Bond. In honour of No Time to Die - his final film as Bond - we have pulled together our recommendations on how to be like Bond in Cheshire. From high-octane driving and aerial assault courses, to marksmanship and of course an infamous martini or two, Cheshire is the perfect place to live just like the international man of mystery. 

Experience the adrenaline …
 

Bond is constantly on the move and lives his life in the fast lane, this is mainly due to his Aston Martin D85 which is one of the most recognisable cars in cinema history. If you to wish to experience the adrenaline from driving at top speeds on and off road driving a range of cars, we have the places you must add to your to do list.
 

Peckforton Castle – Land Rover Experience
 

You may not be driving an Aston Martin, but Peckforton Castle in Tarporley offer a host of amazing activities including their off-road Land Rover experience days where you can get behind the wheel of a variety of the latest models of Range Rovers, Defenders, Discoveries and even the newest sporting models. They offer a variety of days out from one hour taster sessions to full advanced experiences where you will be taught advanced techniques and practical tips while building your confidence and having an exhilarating day full of thrilling activities getting you ready to be the next Bond.

 

Oulton Park
 

If your need for speed is making you want to drive even faster, Oulton Park in Little Budworth will let you reach your driving dreams. On the full racecourse circuit thrill-seekers can enjoy a range of experiences including rally driving and single seater driving -  you can even race with others as if you’re in a pursuit just like Bond himself!

 

Swing into action …
 

Bond wouldn’t be himself without his fearless attitude and his constant daring stunts. To prepare you for the action-packed life of James Bond try these great activities to get your feet moving and your heart racing!
 

Go Ape Delamere
 

Go Ape is the UK's No.1 Forest Adventure Park with award-winning outdoor adventure activities for all the family. No matter your age you can unleash your inner Bond by swinging tree to tree on their Treetop challenge or explore the forest floor on epic all-terrain Segways which enable you to explore and dive into the natural surrounding areas while twisting and turning on the off-road paths making you put your newfound skills to the test. If that wasn’t enough you can even try speed climbing and zip lining!

 

Vertigo at Carden
 

Vertigo is a brand-new aerial adventure course at Carden Park. If you're feeling brave and want to jump into some action filled activities Vertigo offers a variety of challenges such as their two aerial treks with one being extremely high off the ground and the other being slightly lower for people who are not yet as confident! You’ll be jumping, climbing and swinging your way around the park, and once you reach the end there are two options, either jump from a height of 10 metres into a stunt pillow in full Bond fashion or glide down to the ground on the thrilling zip line.

 

Bolder Hut
 

Located just 10 minutes from Chester, Bolder Hut is one of the most exciting indoor climbing experiences in the area. Bouldering has over time developed into a very popular style of rock climbing in its own right, it offers great freedom of movement, requires hardly any equipment and you don’t need a partner to hold your ropes so its similar to free climbing. Bolder hut has a variety of climbing routes which are colour coded in relation to difficulty so everyone can have a go no matter your skills, even James Bond would enjoy it!
 

Perfect your aim …
 

Bond will never leave home without his trusty weapon, a Walther PPK. If you’re wanting to safely practice your aim and hit a bullseye just like James Bond we have a few locations which allow this to happen in a safe and secure environment.
 

Air rifling at Carden Park
 

Carden Park offer activities for all ages from 6 and up from air riffling classes and clay pigeon shooting to mini quad biking. Experience days and hour slots are available, both activities allow guests to receive full training on how to hold and shoot as well as all health and safety measures. There’s a variety of targets and objects to aim for depending how difficult you wish to make it, by the time your finished you could be just like James Bond.

 

Adventure Cheshire at Catton Hall
 

Adventure Cheshire is based within over 200 acres of the Catton Hall Estate. They specialise in providing first class experiences in Clay Pigeon Shooting, Quad Biking, Archery, Air Rifling and Paintballing. They offer tickets for large group bookings, stag and hen dos or just for a full-filled day of Bond-like adventures! Air rifling and paint balling at Catton Hall are both located in the woodlands, making it even more of a unique experience and the quad biking takes place through the Cheshire countryside. Adventure Cheshire is a perfect location if you love seeking adrenaline and prefer to do activities in the outdoors.

The best way to end the day: with a martini, shaken not stirred…
 

In the style of James Bond, after a long day of adventures its time for the adults to have a martini. Be like Bond and enjoy a classic gin martini or if you want to mix it up, why not go for a twist on a classic like the ever-popular espresso and porn star martinis? Either way you can feel just as suave as Bond with a martini at these chic Cheshire spots.

The Guild

Watergate Street, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2LA

Set inside the beautiful independent conversion of the former Holy Trinity Church. The Guild has prime position on Watergate Street where you can enjoy all of Chester's most popular bars. The guild has a variety of martinis to choose from including standard gin or vodka martinis, French martinis and espresso martinis.

 

The Church

Newgate Street, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1DE

One of Chester's leading nightlife venues offering the best seats in Chester from the Mezzanine Restaurant overlooking the unique bar. The menu has many traditional cocktails including martinis, or if martinis aren't your thing, there are many other classics such as margaritas and long island iced teas.

 

Ego

25 Walton Road, Stockton Heath, Warrington, Cheshire, WA4 6NJ

Located in the ever-chic Stockton Heath outside Warrington, Ego is bar and restaurant fit for Bond himself. They offer a variety of martinis from the classic French martini to espresso martinis and everything in between.

 

Gusto

75 London Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire, SK9 7DY

Gusto Restaurant and Bar, epitomises all that Alderley is famous for - great food, a welcoming atmosphere, an extensive champagne and cocktail offering and maybe even a famous face or two. As part of their extensive cocktail menu, there are a range of fruit-infused twists on the classic martini such as rasperry and lychee. 

 

Duttons

10-12 Godstall Lane, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1LN

Tucked away on Godstall lane, not far from Chester’s stunning cathedral, is one of the city centres best kept secrets. Their extensive food and drinks menu include many martinis with different twists such as their elderflower martinis and the signature after dark martinis, you can also request a standard martini and they are happy to make them.