Please read on for official coronavirus UK guidance and resources.
As of 14 September, 2020, groups socialising from different households in England will be limited to six people. There are exemptions to this for many attractions, businesses and services. Please consult the latest Government advice and FAQs when planning your visit to Cheshire.
Last updated: 14 September 2020
Travel safely during the coronavirus outbreak
You can help control coronavirus and travel safely by:
- working from home where possible
- shopping locally and less often
- considering all other forms of transport before using public transport
- avoiding the busiest times and routes
- keeping your distance when your travel (2 metres apart where possible)
- washing or sanitising your hands regularly
Staying inside the area with a local lockdown
- If you live inside the area, you should only socialise indoors with members of your own household or support bubble.
- You can only stay in a private home - which includes self-catered accommodation such as holiday cottages, apartments or boats - with members of your own household or support bubble.
- You can stay in a hotel or similar accommodation (for example, a hostel or bed and breakfast) with another household, but should avoid sharing rooms with people you do not live with or otherwise socialising indoors, for example in each other's rooms, in reception areas, or in restaurants and bars.
- Sharing a caravan with another household is being advised against. You should not share private vehicles to travel to your holiday destination.
- You can travel into an area with local restrictions on holiday. Whilst inside the area, you should follow the guidance set out above.
Travelling outside the area with a local lockdown
- If you live inside an area with local restrictions, you can go on holiday outside that area but you should only socialise indoors with members of your own household or support bubble.
- You can only stay in a private home - which includes self-catered accommodation such as holiday cottages, apartments or boats - with members of your own household or support bubble.
- You can stay in a hotel or similar accommodation (for example, a hostel or bed and breakfast) with another household but should avoid sharing rooms with people you do not live with or otherwise socialising indoors, for example in each other's rooms, in reception areas, or in restaurants and bars.
- Sharing a caravan or boat with another household is being advised against. You should not share private vehicles to travel to your holiday destination.
You should not travel at all if you:
Visit Britain's 'We're Good to Go' kitemark demonstrates a business's compliance with COVID-secure standards. Here are all Cheshire establishments which have successfully been certified as 'Good to Go'.
As of 24 July 2020, facemasks are mandatory (for the majority of the population*) inside stores. From 8 August, members of the public will be required by law to wear face masks in further indoor settings. Click here for full information.
From 15 June 2020, it is the law that you must wear a face covering when travelling in England on a(n):
- bus or coach
- train or tram
- ferry or hovercraft or other vessel
- aircraft
- cable car
Using green spaces in England, you can:
- drive to outdoor open spaces, including beaches and beauty spots either alone, with your bubble, one other household, or a group of no more than 6 people from 3+ households.
- visit gardens, nature reserves and parkland - access may be limited to members or those with tickets so you should check ahead
- swim in lakes or the sea where it’s safe to do so - you can now use public indoor and outdoor swimming pools
- take part in water sports on open waterways, including sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, rowing, kayaking, surfing and paddleboarding
- use privately-owned motorised craft (in line with the guidance issued by the relevant navigation authority)
- use towpaths for walking, running and cycling, being mindful of other users and people living in boats
- visit outdoor animal attractions
You must follow social distancing guidelines when spending time outdoors.
You can travel any distance to get to the countryside and can now stay overnight.
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There are specific procedures in place for anyone experiencing symptoms, with further information on the official UK government website.
You can find further advice on the NHS website.
How to avoid getting sick
Social Distancing
Social distancing aims to reduce the amount of close contact people have with one another. The coronavirus can be spread through airborne droplets released when infected people cough or sneeze, so keeping your distance reduces your chances of becoming infected by this route. Avoid contact with anyone with symptoms of coronavirus: a high temperature and/or a new continuous cough.
If you are leaving the house, stay two metres apart from others (or at least one metre with other precautions in place).
To avoid the spread of the virus, make sure you:
- Stay at home when possible.
- If you must go out make sure you practice social distancing.
- Wash your hands for at least 20 seconds using soap and warm water. Use hand sanitiser if you do not have access to water.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue (not your hands) when sneezing or coughing.
- Clean and disinfect regularly touched objects and surfaces to reduce the risk of spreading germs.
Find more information and tips on how to avoid the spreading of the virus.
What is coronavirus?
Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a new strain of virus, first identified in Wuhan City, China. The coronavirus symptoms include a cough, fever and breathing difficulties.
You can find more information on the coronavirus on the National Health Service (NHS) website.
More useful resources
Visit the official UK government website for the latest information on the coronavirus outbreak and advice or find more coronavirus guidance on the NHS website.
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