7 ways to enjoy Cheshire's great outdoors

Discover Cheshire and all its natural beauty with one of the many marvellous walking trails, or perhaps enjoy wildlife and beautiful scenery in one of Cheshire’s many nature reserves and parks.

Many more activities around Cheshire offer the perfect start into this year’s sunny summer!

1. Cheshire Parks & Nature Reserves
 

One of the best ways to reveal all of Cheshire’s beauty is by enjoying the outdoors in one of its many nature reserves and parks. Breathtaking views, filled with flowers and wildlife, are a welcome sight after the cold weather and winter months.

A visit to Delamere Forest is a must! Cheshire's largest area of woodland is a haven for families to let off steam, escape the crowds and find peace in the heart of the forest.

2. Walking in Cheshire
 

Enjoying fresh air, stunning views and a little exercise has never been this easy. Follow some of the most beautiful walking paths around Cheshire.

A wide variety of difficulty and length offer the perfect opportunity to enjoy the outdoors for everyone. If you are up for a challenge try the Gritstone Trail, a 35 mile trail through Cheshire’s Peak District or even further still, the Two Saints Way, a 92-mile pilgrimage route between the cathedral cities of Chester and Lichfield. 

3. Cycling in Cheshire

With the sun beginning to shine, why not leave your car at home, and instead take your bicycle out for a spin?

Explore Cheshire on various biking routes together with friends and family, or maybe challenge yourself on more difficult mountain biking trails.

Image credit: Bike List

4. Predators! – at Chester Zoo
 

Families are in for a roaring day out at Chester Zoo. The new, life sized animatronic predator exhibition invites visitors for a relaxing afternoon walk…65 million years ago. Beware though, they might bite.

5. Jodrell Bank
 

Pack up a picnic and bring all the family to Jodrell Bank this Spring. Explore over 35 acres of gardens and discover the wonders of the universe at the home of the mighty Lovell Telescope. 

6. Moonlight Flicks and Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre

If you are more into sitting back and enjoying a movie, the open-air cinema is just for you. Bring your friends, snacks and chairs and enjoy classics like Stanley Kubrick’s Oscar-winning classic 2001: A Space Odyssey.

Still not classic enough? Then why not come for a performance at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre. The masterpiece Twelfth Night is a heart breaking, yet funny way to enjoy a relaxing evening.

7. This May Half Term
 

If you have a special weakness for science, why not visit Cheshire's annual Amazed by Science Festival?

Here the younger scientists among us get to embrace their love for experiments, technology, engineering, and maths. Come and meet the experts, learn about animals and space, get involved in interactive science workshops and more! 

Find out more about events happening in Cheshire this May Half Term here.