We have compiled a list of Historic Heritage Sites in Cheshire to visit during your stay. We hope the information about the history sites in Cheshire helps you with your holiday planning.
1. Tatton Park - Knutsford, Cheshire, WA16 6QN - Tel No: 01625 374435
Tatton Park is a magnificent heritage estate with a history dating back to the Bronze Age. A superb Mansion House overlooks the 50 acres of glorious gardens and is filled with the Egerton Family's collections including fine furnishings, artwork and silverware. There is a rare breed's farm, children's play area and a 1000 acre Deer Park.
2. Chester Roman Amphitheatre - Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2HS - Tel No: 01244 402260
Chester is home to many historic sites including the largest Roman Amphitheatre in Britain which dates from the 1st century. It would have been used mainly for military training and drill but for many other uses throughout the Roman occupation of Britain including bull baiting, combat sports, wrestling and gladiatorial combat.
3. Lyme Park - Disley, Stockport, Cheshire , SK12 2NR - Tel No: 01663 762023
Lyme Park is a magnificent estate on the edge of the peak district with the largest mansion house in Cheshire surrounded by beautiful gardens and a deer park. Enjoy the wonderful history, superb furnishings and the tranquility of the remote surroundings. Owned and managed by the National Trust.
4. Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse - Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 8AB - Tel No: 01606 271640
A fascinating museum about life in Cheshire through the ages with displays, special exhibitions and regular events. This was originally the salt museum and there has been a salt museum in Northwich for over 120 years. Northwich has produced salt for over 2000 years and is the largest producer of salt in Britain today.
5. Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker - Nantwich, Cheshire, CW5 8BL - Tel No: 01270 629219
Hack Green gives a unique insight into the government's preparation for nuclear war during the cold war and the life of the people involved.
