Museums and Art Galleries in Chester and Cheshire

Cheshire has a wealth of history and heritage for you and your family to explore in the Museums of Cheshire.

Industrial heritage also features strongly among Cheshire's attractions including the National Waterways Museum at Ellesmere Port, home to the world's largest collection of inland waterways crafts. Nearby Port Sunlight Museum was built by philanthropic soap baron Lord Leverhulme for his factory workers. The museum tells the whole story. Afterwards take a break in their terrific tea room.

Cheshire also boasts a fantastic range of museums that cover all manner of subjects. So whether you want to explore Cheshire's textile industry at Macclesfield Silk Museum or examine the terrific collection of vintage machinery at the Anson Engine Museum, there is bound to be something for you in our region.

If you plan to visit any of our museums please check opening times and admission prices with each individual business before you travel, despite us aiming to bring you real time information about the county's offerings things do change frequently.

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Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker

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Nantwich

Discover the secret underground world of government. How would you survive a nuclear attack?

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Lion Salt Works

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Northwich

Cheshire’s salt – the precious mineral on which this county sits – has been prized since Roman times.

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Anderton Boat Lift

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Northwich

The mighty Anderton Boat Lift is one of the ‘seven wonders of the waterways’ and together with its visitor centre, coffee shop, boat trips and near by Northwich Woodlands, it makes for a perfect family day out.
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Jodrell Bank

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Macclesfield

Enjoy a range of fun-filled activities for all of the family, discover more about Jodrell Bank’s fascinating history.

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Warrington Museum & Art Gallery

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Museum

Warrington

Situated in a charming, Grade II listed building, Warrington Museum and Art Gallery is a hidden gem.
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BusyBus (Sightseeing Tours)

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Tours to various venues

BusyBus were established in 2003 and provide fully narrated award-winning sightseeing adventures to North Wales, The Lake District and Yorkshire.

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Beeston Castle and Woodland Park

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Tarporley

Set 350 feet above the Cheshire Plain on the sheer rocky crags Beeston Castle is a magical site with something for everyone.
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Weaver Hall Museum

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Northwich

Life could be very tough for the people of mid-Cheshire but never more so than for those who ended up in the Northwich Union Workhouse.
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Sick to Death

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Museum

Chester

Explore the gory story of medicine through time. Learn and laugh in a gross but family fun attraction.

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Lady Lever Art Gallery

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Gallery

Wirral

Situated in the picturesque village of Port Sunlight, Wirral, the Lady Lever Art Gallery is regarded as one of the finest art galleries in Europe.

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Roman Tours

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Walking Tour

Chester

Dedicated to illuminating the life of Roman soldiers and life in Roman Britain.

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Dewa Roman Experience - REOPENING SOON

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Chester

REOPENING SOON!
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Medieval Tours

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Chester

This exciting and unique tour will focus on medieval Chester in the year of 1403

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Paradise Mill and Silk Museum

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Macclesfield

Paradise Mill and Silk Museum tell the story of silk’s journey from cocoon to loom. Paradise Mill remains untouched since the final day it operated. Our expert guides look at all aspects of Mill life and silk production, and the beauty of the…

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RAF Burtonwood Heritage Centre

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Old Hall, Warrington

Burtonwood Heritage Centre was built on the site of RAF Burtonwood, which was once the largest airfield in Europe. The heritage centre is a great opportunity to explore a fascinating period of 20th century history.
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National Waterways Museum

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Museum

Ellesmere Port

Unlock the wonders of our waterways at National Waterways Museum, Ellesmere Port.
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Tatton Park - The Old Hall

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Knutsford

The Old Hall is set in an enclosure in the parkland between the beautiful mere and the site of an Anglo Saxon village with its landscape history trail. Open only on special tours and events.

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Lymm Heritage Centre

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Lymm

Lymm is a popular destination for visitors at any time. There’s great walks, and great places to eat drink and shop, all set in a picturesque village with the old Cross at its heart. But your trip wouldn’t be complete without paying a visit to…

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Port Sunlight Museum & Garden Village

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Port Sunlight

Port Sunlight Museum celebrates the unique heritage of the beautiful and historic industrial village. It is the finest surviving example of early urban planning the UK, Port Sunlight is set in 130 acres of beautiful parkland.

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Grosvenor Museum

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Chester

The Grosvenor Museum is full of surprises which tell the stories of Cheshire from pre-history to the 20th century.
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