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Northwich
Explore Northwich – Cheshire's Riverside Town
Northwich is a thriving market town that truly has something for everyone. Its bustling high street is home to a mix of independent businesses, specialist retailers, and well-known national brands. Be sure to visit the monthly Artisan Market, where you’ll find unique hand-crafted products, local produce, and a fantastic atmosphere.
The town continues to grow, with the £80 million Barons Quay development bringing new shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Enjoy a film at the five-screen cinema, explore a variety of shops and restaurants, and watch as this dynamic retail and leisure hub expands even further.
Northwich also boasts a packed calendar of events throughout the year, from the magical Christmas Extravaganza to the Northwich Festival of Arts in July and the ever popular Pina Colada Festival, which brings incredible live music, a Caribbean fusion of street performances and of course, Pina Coladas a plenty to the town.
Need a break from shopping or events? Northwich offers a fantastic selection of cafés, pubs, bars, and restaurants, serving everything from hearty breakfasts to evening cocktails.
For those keen to explore the area’s rich heritage, Northwich has plenty of museums, parks, and historic attractions, many linked to its salt mining past. Visit the iconic Anderton Boat Lift, stroll along the picturesque River Weaver, or discover the fascinating history of the area at Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse. Another must-visit site is the Lion Salt Works, a beautifully restored museum that offers a deep dive into Cheshire’s salt-making industry.
Experiences in Northwich
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Afternoon Tea at Nunsmere Hall
Afternoon tea is a well-known and loved English tradition and nowhere offers a more extravagant experience than Nunsmere Hall.
Room on the Broom Trail
Forestry England Delamere Forest invites families to step into a magical forest adventure with the new Room on the Broom Trail.
£4.00 From price per person
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Unmissable Events in Northwich
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Dates: 22nd Aug - 22nd Aug 2026
Featuring live music, a Caribbean fusion of street performances and of course Pina Coladas as far as the eye can see.
Womanifest
Dates: 4th Jul - 5th Jul 2026
Womanifest The Wellbeing & Empowerment Festival for Women & Teen Girls returns to Cheshire 4th–5th July 2026
Forest Live - McFly
Dates: 21st Jun - 21st Jun 2026
McFly have continued to push boundaries, last year’s ‘Power To Play’ was the album they always wanted to make: a larger-than-life rush of hard rock and pop-punk thrills.
Forest Live - Fatboy Slim
Dates: 20th Jun - 20th Jun 2026
Norman Cook AKA Fatboy Slim is a pioneer of the 1990s big beat genre, known for his unique blend of funk, acid house, hip-hop, and rock.
Itineraries in Northwich
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Family Fun in Delamere
There’s a plentiful supply of things to see and do for all the family in and around Delamere.
Trails in Northwich
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The Weaver Parkway is an extensive area of open green space alongside the River Weaver on the outskirts of Winsford. It was created on former industrial land of brine workings and salt mining, creating a unique habitat for unusual wildlife.
9 Miles
Enjoy a pleasant stroll around the Mere, with opportunities for bird-watching and fishing, or why not picnic beneath the birch and oak woodland?
Many of the features of the Country Park, including the lime avenues and the arboretum, are a legacy of the days when Marbury was a grand estate. Stroll through splendid woodlands and enjoy views across Budworth Mere.
2.5 Miles
Anderton Nature Park provides a haven for wildlife on restored industrial land adjacent to the historic Victorian boat lift and near to Northwich town centre.
Businesses in Northwich
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Anderton Boat Lift & Visitor Centre
Visit Anderton Boat Lift, a giant three -storey -high iron edifice on the banks of the River Weaver Navigation.
Lion Salt Works
The Lion Salt Works is a restored historic open-pan salt-making site, in the village of Marston, close to Northwich.
The Fishpool Inn
The Fishpool Inn is idyllically positioned on the edge of the enchanting Delamere Forest.
Blakemere Village
Enjoy over 20 shops, 100 independent retailers, 15 family-fun activities, and five enticing bars and eateries
Blakemere Hideaways, Touring & Holiday Park
Blakemere Holiday Park is set in the heart of Cheshire on the long-established visitor attraction site Blakemere Village.
Nunsmere Hall
Nunsmere Hall is a charming Grade 2 listed country house located in the heart of Cheshire, nestled beside a tranquil Lake and surrounded by beautiful woodlands.
Marbury Country Park
At Marbury Country park you can wander along the mere with splendid views over the water to the church at Great Budworth, or explore the arboretum and community orchard.
Hartford Golf Club
A unique aspect of Hartford is how child and family friendly the course is, it boasts several forward tee locations so kids and beginners can sample this great game without getting beaten up, the tiger tees are only 1599 yards long.
