9 Unique experiences to look forward to in Chester and Cheshire

It's time to get planning on how to make 2024 as action-packed and fun filled as possible. We’ve got the perfect way to do this: by booking a unique experience! We’ve put together a selection of truly memorable experiences that you can book in Chester and Cheshire; from indulgent spa escapes and gin making all the way to daring treetop adventures and even Alpaca encounters!

ChesterBoat and the Wine School of Cheshire Wine Tasting River Cruises

Take a serene cruise down the Dee aboard the Lady Diana to experience stunning scenery and taste sumptuous wines. You'll try six fantastic wines and as all of these wine tasting events focus on food and wine matching, you’ll be pairing these with delicious canapés and/or cheeses and you’ll pick up some fun wine facts along the way too!

Tour the hometowns of Cheshire musical legends

New for 2024, you can take a guided tour around Holmes Chapel, the village that global superstar Harry Styles grew up in. You will be taken to the world famous Mandeville's bakery, not just because they have the best bread but because that's where Harry Styles worked when he first appeared on our screens in the X Factor TV show. You'll then head to the Twemlow viaduct, better known as Harry's Wall due to the thousands of messages that have been left there for the man himself. 

Also new for 2024 are Fade 2 Grey private tours of Macclesfield, where you can experience the enigmatic world of Ian Curtis like never before. Step into the life and legacy of the legendary frontman of Joy Division, as expert guide Trevor Stokes unravels the mysteries behind his haunting lyrics and captivating persona.

Three Wrens Gin Distilling Experience

Learn the art of gin making and make your very own gin! Three Wrens Gin is offering a truly special day out. You’ll be greeted with a complimentary welcome drink at the distillery and then will be shown to your very own copper still. Next you will select your botanicals from a selection of rare and interesting herbs, roots, barks, flowers, fruits as well classic gin botanicals. Fire up your still, place the spirit and botanicals inside, and you’re ready. The distillation process will take around 90 minutes, during which time you can have complimentary G&Ts and you can have a tour of the distillery and enjoy some nibbles. Finally, Three Wrens will help you complete your batch of gin, which you will then decant into a full size 70cl, bottle. Finally, you will apply your bespoke label, and seal it.

Land Rover Experience at Peckforton Castle

Peckforton Castle is the driving force behind the Cheshire franchise of the Land Rover Experience. Their full fleet of vehicles, located within the stunning Peckforton grounds, gives you the opportunity to try off-road driving in the latest models of Defender, Range Rover, Discovery, Range Rover Sport, Evoque and Velar all in the heart of the beautiful Cheshire countryside. A thrilling, exhilarating experience, if you’re a motoring fan or you enjoy an adventure – you won’t find a better day out.

Cheshire Alpacas Alpaca Experience

Meet and greet your furry new friends with Cheshire Alpacas. Take a leisurely stroll with these adorably fluffy animals. After your walk, you will get to reward your new fleecy friend with some of their favourite treats and sit back and relax with refreshments while the alpacas graze away.

Twilight Garden Experience at the Spa at Carden

Enjoy a magical Twilight Garden Experience at The Spa at Carden. Enjoy all of the following: 2 course meal served in Element's restaurant, use of the Spa Garden and Thermal Experiences between 6pm and 9.30pm, a complimentary glass of Carden Park Estate Reserve sparkling wine, a comfy robe to relax in and a pair of Spa at Carden flip flops to take home.

Boulder Hut Climbing Experiences

Climbing is a fantastic way to keep fit and have fun! Suitable for all ages there is something for everyone, from the Main Bouldering Walls with a wide range of graded climbs to challenge all abilities to the Boulder Zoo and Boulder Play areas, more suitable for younger kids to keep them engaged and excited! 

Go Ape Treetop Adventure

Take it to the very limits or take it nice and steady with Delamere's Treetop Challenge. This high ropes course is perfect if you’re looking to choose your own levels of difficulty or starting slowly and discovering your tree legs. Don’t be fooled, Delamere packs a mean punch if you're up for a high-rise challenge! You'll need quick wits and even quicker feet to successfully tackle the Infernal Traverse and your reward of soaring along the 212-metres of the longest zip wire, is all the sweeter for it. Your very own flight through the sky!

Indulgent Champagne Afternoon Tea at The Chester Grosvenor

Enhanced with a glass of chilled Champagne, Afternoon Tea at The Chester Grosvenor is a quintessential British experience; a tradition enjoyed here since 1882. Enjoy a glass of chilled Champagne with strawberries and clotted cream, a selection of handmade sandwiches on freshly baked bread, fruit and plain scones served with clotted cream and strawberry preserve, French pastries and fancies and your choice of tea.