Cheshire
Properties and events in Cheshire
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Back to the Future, (just no Delorean)
A video series exploring all 250 years of Preston Brook canal tunnel, and the lives of the people who built it and what its existence built
Bishop Lloyd's Palace - Open
Visit this late Tudor town house with Arts and Crafts modifications, now home of Chester Civic Trust.
Christ Church, Timperley
Built in the Norman style, Christ Church is one of many buildings worldwide constructed from Runcorn red sandstone. Discover what we know about the local quarries and how the building has been maintained and cared for over it's 175 years.
Discover the Hidden Transporter bridge
The World's Only Rail Transporter, what was it for and what is its future? Only eight transporter bridges are left in the world.
Disley Angels, Rams and Lyme Legh family - 500 year old church
Visit Disley to see a stunning 500 year old carved ceiling with angels and a ram's head. Discover the historic connections with Lyme and links to wartime Guernsey. View a rare Geneva (Breeches) Bible, amazing stained glass windows and a Renn organ.
Dukes and Dragons - The History and Architecture of St Mary's Church Pulford and Pulford Castle
Join Dewi the Dragon on a visit to Pulford Church and learn all about the history and architecture of the church, castle and village. Discover our connection with the Dukes of Westminster, John Douglas and Owain Glyndwr.
Explore virtual recreations of RAF Hooton Park’s lost & forgotten architecture
Discover the lost architectural grandeur of Hooton Hall, and the rare surviving WW1 Belfast Truss Hangars of historic RAF Hooton Park. An immersive webinar experience.
Exploring the changing architecture and history of Nantwich.
A gentle walk and talk around the beautiful town of Nantwich, famed for its wonderful period architecture and lively history.
Lion Salt Works
Visit the Lion Salt Works on Sunday 21st September from 11am-4.30pm for a fun free family day out!
Lyme
From rugged moorlands to a historic house set within formal gardens, discover Lyme’s rich stories across six centuries of history at Lyme this Heritage Open Day.
MADS Little Theatre
Macclesfield Amateur Dramatic Society opens its doors for visitors to see and be taken round our Little Theatre, a Grade II listed building, all ready, front- and back-stage, for an upcoming performance.
Murgatroyd's Brine Pumps
Murgatroyd's Brine Pumps are the last brine pumps on their original hand-dug shaft in the UK.
Poynton Heritage Fair
We're celebrating heritage crafts with local craftspeople to bring you a fair in celebration of Heritage Open Days!
Quarry Bank
Join us for free on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 September, as we journey through the architecture here at Quarry Bank.
Re-opening Crewe
Join a creative walk through central Crewe with 36 unique game cards. Through drawing, sound, storytelling and reflection, you’ll explore urban space in new ways. Your discoveries will contribute to a public exhibition on how we perceive the town.
Reroof, Refurb, Revitalise
Come and look round the stunning of building of St Paul’s and talk to us about our refurb plans.
Scars of the Civil War in Nantwich.
Why was St Mary’s church shot by muskets and canon in the English Civil War? Presenting a workshop on understanding the role of the church during the English Civil War and learning how to spot and collect evidence for a musket scar.
St John The Evangelist Church, Walton: Heritage Open Day
Nestled in the conservation village of Walton, Near Warrington, Cheshire St John’s church is a stunning example of gothic architecture. All are welcome to come along and learn about the fascinating history of this beautiful building.
St John's Church Heritage Day
St-John's Church, Sandiway's Heritage-Day will take place on Saturday 13th September from 10-12. There will be lots of fun and information for all ages about this beautiful John Douglas Grade II church and refreshments will be served.
St Martin's Church
Come and see Marple's Hidden Gem, an outstanding example of an arts and crafts church where no expense was spared in 1870 in its construction and design. Designs by William Morris, Ford Madox Brown, Dante Gabriel Rossette and Edward Burne-Jones.