Historic BuildingsChester

Speke Hall is one of the finest half‐timbered mansions of England, set in a tranquil oasis of gardens and woodland on the banks of the Mersey.Originally, visitors to Speke having crossed the stone bridge over the moat would have passed directly through the gatehouse into the Courtyard, entering…
Distance: 10.4 miles away

This Benedictine Monastery established in around 1150, is the oldest standing building on Merseyside. First restored over a century ago the site continues to develop with museums displays, educationmeetingconcert space and chapel dedicated to HMS Conway open by appointment. Climb the tower of Birkenhead's first parish…
Distance: 14.8 miles away

Extensive ornamental gardens dominated by romantic Gothic Castle, built in 1801 of local sandstone. Beautiful Temple Water Garden, Rose Garden and many mixed borders. Lakeside picnic area, children's play areas, rare breeds of farm animals, including llamas, children's corner with rabbits, chickens and free flying aviary…
Distance: 0.3 miles away

Extensive ornamental gardens dominated by romantic Gothic Castle built in 1801 of local sandstone. Beautiful Temple water garden, rose garden and many mixed borders. Lakeside walk with picnic site and children's play area, rare breeds of farm animals, including llamas, children's corner with rabbits, chickens and…
Distance: 12.4 miles away

Lyme Park is a great estate with lavishly decorated house and fine gardens. It is a Tudor house transformed into a huge Italianate palace in the 18th century. Originally a Tudor house, Lyme was transformed by the Venetian architect Leoni into an Italianate palace. Some…
Distance: 0.3 miles away

Ness Botanische opens to the public Friday 3 September. Winner of Best in Show and Gold Medal at RHS Show Tatton Park 2009, the garden was created by the garden designer and TV presenter Chris Beardshaw. The design draws upon many years of academic research work at…
Distance: 8.4 miles away

Whether you are just out for a stroll in Sefton Park or would like to make a specific visit, Sefton Park Palm House is open to the public virtually all year round. Admission is free.As one of its kind, this glass structure is different every time you visit…
Distance: 13.5 miles away

Alyns Waters Country Park ‐ Amusement Park in Wrexham, Flintshire County. Contact venue on telephone number 01978762122 for opening times, entrance costs, and attractionsrides available at this park.…
Distance: 8.6 miles away

Bluebell Cottage Gardens and Lodge Lane Nursery are set in gorgeous Cheshire countryside a few miles south of Warrington. Lodge Lane Nursery is an RHS partner nursery and specialises in hardy herbaceous perennials, with a typical stock of over 1500 varieties. The adjacent 1.5 acre cottage garden is…
Distance: 13.6 miles away

This is Britain's most famous and arguably finest timber‐framed manor house. The drunkenly reeling south front, topped by a spectacular long gallery, opens onto a cobbled courtyard and the main body of the Hall. Magnificent wall paintings and a notable knot garden are of special interest.…
Distance: 14 miles away

Sudley House will be closed for about one year from 4th April 2005 to allow major refurbishments.Sudley House contains fabulous works by Gainsborough, Reynolds, Landseer and Turner, all displayed amongst original Victorian decor. The house itself is surrounded by pleasant gardens and parkland.…
Distance: 12.9 miles away