Local attractions
Here are just some of the attractions in the local area:
more suggestions are available from reception.
Beeston Castle
Fantastic panoramic views of Cheshire.
Beeston, Tarporley.
01829 260464
www.english-heritage.org.uk
Blue Planet
Britains largest aquarium attraction
Cheshire Oaks, Ellesmere Port
0151 3578800
www.blueplanetaquarium.com
Boogle's Barn
Indoor, multi-level soft adventure play for children upto 12 years. Including, electric go-karts, separate toddler area, party rooms and a cafe. Open 7 days. Now OFSTED Registered for Baby-sitting, Creche Facilities & Holiday Camp. Ring for details.
Tilston Road, Malpas
0845 330 1335
www.booglesbarn.com
Cheshire Farm Ice Cream
The Ice Cream Parlour has grown to be one of the largest in the country, with an adjoining Tea Room capable of seating 60 people. The farm also has a free under 6's play barn, outdoor adventure play area, gift shop, viewing gallery to watch the milking, birds of prey and animal corner. Click On At the Farm to find out more information and for our opening times please see How to Find Us.
Cheshire Fisheries
5 ponds for fly and coarse fishing.
Equipment hire available
Tattenhall lane, Tattenhall.
01829 770041
Chester Racecourse
meetings throughout the year look for dates of meetings through www.chester-races.co.uk
Chester Zoo
UK's largest Zoological Gardens
Upton - by - Chester, Chester
www.chesterzoo.org.uk
approx. 25 minutes away
Crocky Trail
outside adventure trail.
Guy lane, Waverton, Chester CH3 7PH.
01244 336161.
www.crockytrail.co.uk
McAurthur Glen - Cheshire Oaks
Large designer shopping outlet village.
Cheshire Oaks, Ellesmere Port
0151 3485604
www.mcarthurglen.com
Oulton Park
Race circuit with formula 3's, british superbikes and touring car racing
Little Budworth, Tarporley
01829 760301
www.motorsportvision.co.uk
Walking & Cycling
The Castle is ideally placed to start a range of walks and bike rides from including the famous Sandstone Trail. Visit www.visitchester.com for detailed routes for both walking and cycling.