FREE Days Out in Cheshire

Pack a picnic, grab a flask of tea and head to Cheshire for a day out at one of our FREE attractions. Many of our nature reserves, trails and parks are completely free to enter, some attractions you just need to pay for parking and others you can enter and wander around for free, only treating yourself to something if you feel like it!

Visit one of our fascinating museums, bring the kids for a play in one of our many parks or at one of the playgrounds, cool off at one of our outdoor paddling pools or take the dog for a walk around some of our stunning Cheshire countryside.

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Congleton Museum

Congleton

Discover a fascinating display of life, culture, and industry dating from the pre-historic period to the present day.

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From:

1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Various Opening Times
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Blakemere Village

Northwich

Situated in the heart of Cheshire just outside Chester, Blakemere Village is home to a unique collective of independent shops, built in and around a stunning Edwardian stable block.

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From:

1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00
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Chester Cathedral

Chester

Chester Cathedral is many things to many people: a vibrant community of worship, an ancient abbey, an archaeological treasure, a cultural hub, a centre of musical excellence, a unique blend of modern and medieval history.

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From:

1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

From:

1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

From:

1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Various Opening Times
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Nantwich Museum

Nantwich

Nantwich Museum, a vibrant community museum where visitors can learn about the early settlement of the town, the importance of salt, the local dairy and other industries, events and people that have shaped the town's history.

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From:

1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Various Opening Times
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Grosvenor Park

Chester

Grosvenor Park is a grade II* registered, green flag award winning park dating back to 1867 covering 20 acres. It's the main ornamental park in Chester whose layout was designed by Edward Kemp.

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1 Jan 2024to1 Dec 2024Various Opening Times

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1 May 2024to31 Oct 2024Open 07:00 - 20:00

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1 Nov 2024to30 Apr 2025Open 08:00 - 18:00
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Delamere Forest

Northwich

Enjoy a fun day out in Cheshire’s largest woodland!
Located between Liverpool and Manchester, Delamere Forest provides a stunning setting for your next family adventure.

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From:

1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Open 08:00 - 17:00
Lymm Dam Nature Reserve

Lymm

Lymm Dam is an area of great beauty and tranquillity. Its woodlands and meadows are teeming with wildlife

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1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Orford Park

Warrington

Orford Park as we know it today originally formed the land and gardens of the no-longer existent Orford Hall.

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1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Chester City Walls

Chester

The city walls are the oldest, longest and most complete in Britain, parts of which are almost 2000 years old.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
External Links
- Accessible Information
Roman Garden

Chester

A charming garden constructed in a Roman Style.

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1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
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- Accessible Information
Bollin Valley Aviation Viewing Park

Wilmslow

Adjacent to Manchester Airport's taxiways - a great vantage point to see aircraft, either in the air or on the ground. Raised viewing mounds, accessible facilities, refreshments, souvenirs and a small visitor centre.

Dates

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1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Walton Hall & Gardens

Warrington

Set within acres of tranquil and idyllic parkland is Walton Hall and Gardens – the former home of Lord and Lady Daresbury.

Dates

From:

1 Oct 2023to31 May 2024Open 10:30 - 16:00

From:

1 June 2024to30 Sept 2024Open 10:00 - 20:00
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- Accessible Information
- Accessible Information - Children's Zoo
Rivacre Valley Local Nature Reserve

Ellesmere Port

Spring is a special time at Rivacre Valley Local Nature Reserve, when the woodlands are truly stunning.

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From:

1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Open 09:00 - 17:00
Astbury Mere Country Park

Congleton

Enjoy a stroll through the wildflower meadows at Astbury Mere Country Park, or simply sit and enjoy the views over the Mere towards Congleton Edge and Mow Cop. Events are held throughout the year, pick up a leaflet at the Centre.

Dates

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1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Anderton Nature Park

Northwich

Anderton Nature Park is located next to the historic Victorian boat lift and close to Northwich town centre.

Venue

Northwich Community Woodlands, Northwich

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
Teggs Nose Country Park

Macclesfield

At Tegg’s Nose Country Park rock dominates the landscape. Dry stone walls and sturdy barns add to the dramatic character of the steeply sided valleys while many of the hill tops are pitted with old quarries.

Dates

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1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Open 08:00 - 20:00
Brereton Heath Local Nature Reserve

Congleton

Follow the Brimstone Trail an easy access trail through the woods and around the lake

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024
The Lovell Quinta Arboretum

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.

Dates

From:

1 Jan 2024to31 Dec 2024Open 09:00 - 17:00
Congleton Paddling Pool

Congleton

The pool has been a firm favourite with young children since the 1930s!

Dates

From:

27 May 2024to23 July 2024Various Opening Times

From:

24 July 2024to3 Sept 2024Open 10:00 - 17:00
Tatton Park

Knutsford

Tatton Park’s ancient Parkland is just waiting to be explored.

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From:

24 Mar 2024to27 Oct 2025Open 10:00 - 19:00

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28 Oct 2024to21 Mar 2025Various Opening Times