Things to do in Cheshire

What makes a great day out? For you, perhaps it’s family fun and activities with the kids. Maybe you’d prefer to delve into Cheshire’s history and heritage at one of the many museums or get the out and about and explore the fresh air on horse back or two wheels in Cheshire's countryside?

If that's not for you, maybe a stroll around one of Cheshire's stunning gardens will be the ideal way to spend a summer's day, there are almost 20 to choose from. Feel like a star for the day whilst exploring one of the many Cheshire locations used on TV and in film or shop til you drop in some of Cheshire's many unique and independent shops.

No matter what your preference or how you want to spend your day or your short break this summer, you’ll find plenty of things to do in Cheshire that perfectly suit your mood. You’ll be able to fill a couple of hours or while away a whole day. You’ll be entertained, maybe enlightened and if you’ve got kids you’ll find more than enough to do to avoid those cries of ‘I’m bored!’

Not sure where to start? Check out the below for some inspiration. Use these pages to plan your trip and make the most of your time in our beautiful county.

If you plan to visit any of our attractions 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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Cheshire West Museums
Cholmondeley Castle Gardens

The Cholmondeley Family have lived at Cholmondeley since the Norman times. The gardens were originally laid out in the early 19th Century using architectural elements from the formal gardens of the Old Hall.
1. 1 Apr 202230 Sep 2022
National Trust Properties
BeWILDerwood

BeWILDerwood Cheshire is a huge outdoor adventure park for ALL the family to enjoy together. Make memories, use your imagination, be active and run WILD in the enchanted 70-acre woodland.
Tatton Park
Anderton Boat Lift

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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Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker

Discover the secret underground world of government. How would you survive a nuclear attack?
1. 17 May 202219 Dec 2022
Delamere Forest

Delamere Forest is Cheshire's largest area of woodland and is a place for families to let off steam, escape the crowds, enjoy the stunning views and find peace in the heart of the forest.
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Gulliver's World Resort

Gulliver’s Theme Parks are designed especially for families. Enjoy rides, shows and attractions that are perfect for children aged 2-13.
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Blue Planet Aquarium

Get up close to Awesome Sharks at Blue Planet Aquarium and see real scuba divers in our daily feed shows in the Aquatheatre.
1. 1 Jan 202231 Dec 2022
Cheshire Falconry

An internationally reknowned centre: A visitor attraction for people interested in birds of prey with an excellent aviary complex and flying demonstrations throughout the summer.
1. 2 Jan 202224 Dec 2022
Jodrell Bank

Enjoy a range of fun-filled activities for all of the family, discover more about Jodrell Bank’s fascinating history.
1. 14 Jan 202215 Dec 2022
Bolesworth Estate

The Bolesworth Estate has been under the careful stewardship of The Barbour family since 1856 and is a fabulous example of rural diversification. The estate is home of 150 residential properties and a similar number of commercial enterprises including iconic The Ice Cream Farm based just outside Tattenhall.
1. 1 Jan 202231 Dec 2022
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Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre

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Animal Collection

Tarporley

Three times Winner of Cheshire's “Visitor Attraction of the Year”, Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre is set in 50 acres in the heart of the beautiful Cheshire countryside, and offers everything for the perfect day out.

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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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Little Moreton Hall (NT)

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Historic House / Palace

Congleton

Seeing the tumbling architecture of Little Moreton Hall for the first time, engineers in 1990 could not believe their eyes either.

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The Lovell Quinta Arboretum

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Garden

Congleton

Nestled in the heart of the Cheshire countryside in the picturesque village of Swettenham lies this horticultural treasure. The arboretum was the lifelong project of Sir Bernard Lovell, founder of the Jodrell Bank Radio Telescope.

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Capesthorne Hall & Gardens

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Historic House / Palace

Macclesfield

Dating from 1719, the majestic Capesthorne Hall with its stunning Jacobean style architecture is set in 100 acres of picturesque parkland, with exquisite gardens and chain of three serene lakes.

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Backford Belles Ice Cream

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Ice Cream Parlour

Backford, Chester

Enjoy award-winning ice cream at the Backford Belles shop which is set in traditional sandstone farm buildings.

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Biddulph Grange Garden (NT)

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Garden

Biddulph

This amazing Victorian garden was created by James Bateman for his collection of plants from around the world. Take a journey through Italy, Egypt, China and the Himalayas on the Cheshire/Staffordshire border.

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Tatton Park Gardens

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Garden

Knutsford

50 acres of award winning gardens representing over 200 years of garden design and history.

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Beeston Castle and Woodland Park

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Heritage / Visitor Centre

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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