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Cheshire
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, 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 city’s bursting with charm, history and cracking views – and plenty of it won’t cost you a penny.
BeWILDerwood: A summer of FUN and stinky new adventures!
Get outdoors and visit BeWILDerwood for a summer filled with fun, imagination, and muddy knees.
Summer Holidays
Unmissable Events and Fun-Filled Days Out for All Ages
Bank Holiday Weekend
Get ready for an unforgettable August Bank Holiday weekend in Cheshire!
Like A Local
Nestled in the heart of Cheshire, the picturesque parish of Lymm, with a population of over 12,600, is one of Cheshire’s hidden treasures.
Forget the tourist traps and chain cafés—this is Chester, but cooler.
As a proud business owner in Tarporley, I’ve had the privilege spending lots of time in this beautiful Cheshire village home for many years.
Nestled in the south of the county – close to the border of Staffordshire and Shropshire sits the thriving market town of Nantwich.
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Dates: 6th Aug - 27th Aug 2025
Warrington’s much-loved family event, VPX (Victoria Park Experience), is making a welcome return this summer - and this time, it’s going on tour.
Dates: 16th Aug - 16th Aug 2025
Featuring live music, a Caribbean fusion of street performances and of course Pina Coladas as far as the eye can see.
Chester Pride
Dates: 16th Aug - 16th Aug 2025
Celebrating diversity and the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender + community and is a free event celebrating equality and diversity in the heart of Chester.
Dates: 24th Aug - 25th Aug 2025
A Game and Country Fair with a main show arena and a host of smaller country sports arenas and workshops, and the very best in countryside activities and entertainment, we can offer you an unbeatable family day out.
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.
Moonlight Flicks
Dates: 10th Jul - 25th Aug 2025
Moonlight Flicks Open Air Cinema is back this summer at Grosvenor Park in Chester!
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.
Blogging the best of Cheshire
School’s out, the sun’s (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 world’s 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.