Cheshire Events
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Goosfest - The Life of Sir John Barbirolli - a lecture by Geoff Scargill
Wed 8 Oct 25
St Lukes Parish Church, Main Road, Goostrey CW4 8PE
Sir John Barbirolli (1899-1970), above all, is remembered as conductor of the Halle Orchestra in Manchester, an orchestra he saved from dissolution...
Goosfest - CAITLIN - a play about the wife of poet Dylan Thomas
Wed 8 Oct 25
Goostrey Village Hall, Main Road, Goostrey CW4 8PE
Dylan Thomas died when he was just 39. He and his wife Caitlin boozed, binged and brawled their way through the bars of Britain in the 1930’s and...
Join our choir in Wilmslow for a FREE taster session
Wed 8 Oct 25
Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Road, Wilmslow SK9 4AA
If you have always wanted to join a choir locally, you can!
The Wilmslow Rock Choir is led by local vocal coach Gina Blease...
Goosfest - Comedy Night - Sold Out
Tue 7 Oct 25
Goostrey Village Hall, Main Road, Goostrey CW4 8PE
Goosfest always goes the extra mile and expense, to ensure only the best comedy talent is included in what has become an annual fixture in the...
Goosfest - Fiesta: A Journey Through Festivity - An illustrative talk on Festivals by Daniel Stables
Sun 5 Oct 25
Goostrey Village Hall, Main Road, Goostrey CW4 8PE
Daniel Stables is a travel writer and published author based in Manchester, UK. He also writes for National Geographic and The BBC...
Runcorn Artisan Market @ The Queen of Hearts
Sun 5 Oct 25
Queen Of Hearts, Jack Search Way, Runcorn WA7 6SA
Delighted to be hosting Runcorn Artisan Market at the Queen Of Hearts
A super sized market, packed with colour & talent celebrating artists,...
Bucklow Farm - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 5 Oct 25
Bucklow Farm, Knutsford WA16 9RP
Country garden with shrubs, perennial borders, rambling roses, herb garden, vegetable patch, meadow, wildlife pond/water feature and alpines...
Goosfest - NQBB – Not Quite Big Band! - Sold Out
Sat 4 Oct 25
Goostrey Village Hall, Main Road, Goostrey CW4 8PE
When The NQBB played at Goosfest in 2023, the concert sold out fast and they took the Festival to a level that few others have achieved...
Open house event in Knutsford
Sat 4 Oct 25
Tabley Park, Northwich Road, Knutsford WA16 0GQ
FOUR properties at Redrow’s Knutsford development will be opening the doors for public tours this weekend (October 4 and October 5)...
Goosfest - Fine Lines with special guest Joel Gardner
Fri 3 Oct 25
Goostrey Village Hall, Main Road, Goostrey CW4 8PE
Fine Lines are a Cheshire based band formed in 2016 by singer-songwriter David Boardman. They have since gained a reputation for authentic live...
The Overtones' Christmas Party
Wed 1 Oct 25
The Plaza, Mersey Square, Stockport, Cheshire SK1 1SP
The Overtones are back – and they’re bringing the ultimate Christmas celebration with them!
Get ready for the festive event of the season as the...
FREE taster session with the Chester Rock Choir
Tue 30 Sep 25
Wesley Church Centre, St John Street, Chester CH1 1DA
Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'?
Your friendly local Chester choir is run by singer/pianist...
Join our choir in Macclesfield Late for a FREE taster session
Mon 29 Sep 25
Tytherington Family Worship Church, Sandwich Drive, Tytherington, Macclesfield SK10 2UD
Ever wondered if there is a 'local ladies choir near me or nearby'?
The Macclesfield Rock Choir is led by choir leader Gina Blease...
Abbeywood Gardens - Open Garden for NGS
Sun 28 Sep 25
Abbeywood Gardens, Northwich CW8 2HS
Superb setting near Delamere Forest. Total area 45 acres inc mature woodland, new woodland and new arboretum all with connecting pathways...
Goosfest - Biddulph Male Voice Choir - Sold Out
Sun 28 Sep 25
St Lukes Parish Church, Main Road, Goostrey CW4 8PE
Biddulph Male Voice Choir was founded in 1922 and hence celebrated its centenary three years ago. The choir has gained prizes at many competitions,...
Goosfest - Art in the Barns Exhibition
Fri 26 Sep 25
The Orchards Farm, Bidlea Dairy, Twemlow Lane CW4 8DS
Goosfest this year starts with an Arts Weekend featuring an impressive display of professional artists...
Goosfest Workshop - Drawing on the Farm with Barbara Biddulph
Fri 26 Sep 25
The Orchards Farm, Bidlea Dairy, Twemlow Lane CW4 8DS
Goosfest is thrilled to offer a workshop led by Barbara Biddulph. Barbara is a highly respected well known NW Artist and designer whose energetic and...
Chester Operatic Society and Wrexham Concert Band Autumn Concert!
Fri 26 Sep 25
Chester Town Hall, 33 Northgate Street, Chester CH1 2HQ
Our Autumn Concert will feature a classic array of music from stage and screen and a healthy nod to jazz and swing music!
Autumn Concert
Fri 26 Sep 25
The Wesley Church Centre, St. John Street, Chester. CH1 1DA
Chester Male Voice Choir are holding their Autumn Concert. An unmissable night of music in Chester. Join the Chester Male Voice Choir and experience...
Join our choir in Wilmslow for a FREE taster session
Wed 24 Sep 25
Wilmslow Parish Hall, Cliff Road, Wilmslow SK9 4AA
If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Wilmslow?' then why not join your local Rock Choir...
Apollo Saxophone Quartet @ Sandbach Concert Series
Wed 24 Sep 25
St Mary's Church Hall, High Street, Sandbach CW11 1HD
To celebrate their 40th anniversary, the Apollo Saxophone Quartet presents a programme of new commissions, (including from the pen of Sandbach...
FREE taster session with the Chester Rock Choir
Tue 23 Sep 25
Wesley Church Centre, St John Street, Chester CH1 1DA
If you have ever thought 'I want to join a choir near me in Chester?' then why not join your local Rock Choir...
The Centre in Poynton: Open Day and Have a Go!
Sun 21 Sep 25
The Centre in Poynton, 107 Park Lane, Poynton SK12 1RB
Heritage Open Day: The Centre, Poynton's community community hub and historic site of the old school, opens its doors to show off what it has...
Tunnel 250
Sun 21 Sep 25
Heatherfield, The Wharf, Preston Brook, Warrington WA4 4BA
Heritage Open Day: Join Heatherfield Heritage down on the wharf to celebrate the Preston Brook canal tunnel’s 250th anniversary, with games,...
Over United Reformed Church Winsford
Sun 21 Sep 25
Over United Reformed Church, Swanlow Lane, Winsford CW7 1JE
Heritage Open Day: Drop in and visit Over United Reformed Church Winsford on Sunday 21 September from 12.00-4.00pm...
1645 - The Breach That Shook Chester
Sun 21 Sep 25
Chester Castle, Grosvenor Street, Chester CH1 2DN
Heritage Open Day: Step back in time to one of the darkest and most heroic chapters in Chester’s history - September 1645, during the English Civil...
Lion Salt Works
Sun 21 Sep 25
Lion Salt Works, Ollershaw Lane, Marston, Northwich CW9 6ES
Heritage Open Day: Visit the Lion Salt Works on Sunday 21st September from 11am-4.30pm for a fun free family day out!...
Walton Hall Open Day
Sun 21 Sep 25
Walton Hall Gardens, Walton Lea Road, Higher Walton, Warrington WA4 6SN
Heritage Open Day: Walton Hall will be open for visitors to look around the Hall and view an exhibition showing the history of the Hall and Gardens...
Stockport Vinyl Record Fair, Sunday 21st September 2025
Sun 21 Sep 25
The Guildhall, 169 Wellington Road South, Stockport SK1 3UA
Stockport's fantastic event for music fans and collectors with vinyl records and CDs in abundance...
Heatherfield Heritage Day
Sun 21 Sep 25
The Wharf, Preston Brook, Preston on the Hill, Warrington WA4 4BA
Heritage Open Day: Join us and explore a fascinating part of the local canal network and heritage at Preston Brook wharf...
Norton Priory Museum and Gardens: Walled Garden Entry
Sun 21 Sep 25
Norton Priory Museum and Gardens, Tudor Road, Manor Park, Runcorn WA7 1SX
Heritage Open Day: Visit Norton Priory's stunning Walled Garden for free! Come and explore Norton Priory's 2...
Celebrate Padgate Past and Present
Sat 20 Sep 25
Padgate Library, Fearnhead Cross, Insall Road, Warrington WA2 0HD
Heritage Open Day: A heritage event marking the 50th anniversary of the draft plan for present day Padgate...
Lyme
Sat 20 Sep 25
Lyme Park, Disley SK12 2NX
Heritage Open Day: From rugged moorlands to a historic house set within formal gardens, discover Lyme’s rich stories across six centuries of...
Weaver Hall Museum
Sat 20 Sep 25
Weaver Hall Museum, 162 London Road, Northwich CW9 8AB
Heritage Open Day: Drop in for a fun free family trip to Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse on Saturday 20th September from 2-4.30pm...
Congleton Bath House & Physic Garden
Sat 20 Sep 25
Congleton Bath House & Physic Garden, Colehill Bank, Congleton CW12 3AD
Heritage Open Day: See inside a rare surviving Georgian Bath House, and find out about the medicinal plants in our Physic Garden...
Unity Methodist Church, Wesley Avenue, Sandbach
Sat 20 Sep 25
Unity Methodist Church, Wesley Avenue, Sandbach CW11 1DG
Heritage Open Day: The chapel is a Grade II listed building and has been a place of worship and community for 150 years, retaining many of its...
Dukes and Dragons - The History and Architecture of St Mary's Church Pulford and Pulford Castle
Sat 20 Sep 25
St Mary's Church, Wrexham Road, Pulford CH4 9DG
Heritage Open Day: Join Dewi the Dragon on a visit to Pulford Church and learn all about the history and architecture of the church, castle and...
Huge display of recently acquired industrial photographs
Sat 20 Sep 25
Catalyst Science Discovery Centre and Museum, Mersey Road, Widnes WA8 0DF
Heritage Open Day: Discover our display of photographs of the local chemical industry going back 90 years...
St. Matthew's Church Stretton Open Day with tower tours
Sat 20 Sep 25
St. Matthew's Church, Stretton Road, Stretton, Warrington WA4 4NT
Heritage Open Day: St. Matthew’s Church heritage and local history with visits to the tower to learn about bell ringing...
St. Michael's Church, Shotwick
Sat 20 Sep 25
St. Michael's Church, Shotwick Lane, Shotwick, Chester CH1 6HX
Heritage Open Day: Come along to St. Michael's church and try out bell ringing, and organ playing under supervision...
Crewe Heritage Fair
Sat 20 Sep 25
Crewe Heritage Centre, Vernon Way, Crewe CW1 2DB
Heritage Open Day: Crewe is a company town, born from the Grand Junction Railway Company. It's layout and heritage reflects the Victorian New...
Chester Quaker Meeting House
Sat 20 Sep 25
Quaker Meeting House, Union Walk, Frodsham Street, Chester CH1 3LF
Heritage Open Day: Drop in and visit the Chester Quaker Meeting House on Saturday 20 September from 10am- 4pm...
St Oswald's
Sat 20 Sep 25
St Oswald's Church, Church Street, Malpas SY14 8NU
Heritage Open Day: St Oswald's Church is a Grade 1 listed church building with a rich history and wonderful architecture...
Threaded Footsteps
Sat 20 Sep 25
Crewe Heritage Centre, Vernon Way, Crewe CW1 2DB
Heritage Open Day: Inspired by the book Threads of Women’s Stories, this specially curated trail invites you to explore the lives of remarkable —...
Shot Tower Pop Up Heritage Centre
Sat 20 Sep 25
Chester Shot Tower, Shot Tower Close, Chester CH1 3FA
Heritage Open Day: Come and visit Chester's Shot Tower, the only remaining one still standing in Britain - A new entry to HODs...
The Anson Engine Museum Open Day
Sat 20 Sep 25
Anson Engine Museum, Anson Road, Poynton SK12 1TD
Heritage Open Day: A fascinating insight into Poynton's local history, with displays of live historic steam engines...
St. Oswald's Church, Backford
Sat 20 Sep 25
St. Oswald's Church, Church Lane, Backford, Chester CH2 4BE
Heritage Open Day: A wonderful opportunity to see St. Oswald's Church, Backford which is not usually open to the public...
St Helen’s Church
Sat 20 Sep 25
St. Helen's Church, Church Road, Northwich CW9 5PB
Heritage Open Day: Drop in and visit St. Helen's Church. Guided tours of the building will be held every hour from 10am-4pm...
Churches - Simplicity By Design
Fri 19 Sep 25
Adams Hill, Knutsford WA16 8DY
Heritage Open Day: An open exhibition of Churches, comparing local churches with the simplicity of Brook Street Chapel...
Tabley House Collection
Fri 19 Sep 25
Tabley House, Tabley Lane, Chester Road, Knutsford WA16 0HB
Heritage Open Day: Visit the State Room of Tabley House, which was once home to the Leicester family, and discover a unique collection of paintings,...
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Things to do around Cheshire
If you're planning a day out in Cheshire, this charming county in North West England offers a variety of activities for all ages. From picturesque villages to outdoor adventures, here are some delightful options:
1. Blakemere Village:
- Blakemere Village in Northwich is a family-run attraction with a unique collection of independent shops and activities. Explore segway rides, enjoy award-winning Birds of Prey experiences, visit craft workshops, and indulge in food and drink outlets – all set in the heart of Cheshire. The village is free to enter, and parking is also available.
2. Delamere Forest Park:
- Delamere Forest is a large wood in the village of Delamere. Explore its trails, enjoy the natural beauty, and perhaps have a picnic amidst the trees. It's a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
3. Knutsford Heritage Centre:
- Visit the Knutsford Heritage Centre, a museum in Knutsford. Learn about social history, explore exhibits, and discover the fascinating Knutsford Millennium Tapestry. It's a great way to delve into the local heritage.
4. Madrenaline Activities:
- Located in Macclesfield, Mad-Renaline Activities offers unique adventures. Try laser clay pigeon shooting, archery, sphereing, and segway rides. Whether you're with friends or planning a corporate team-building day, there's something for everyone.
Remember, Cheshire's mix of history, nature, and exciting experiences ensures a memorable day out! .
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1. Blakemere Village:
- Blakemere Village in Northwich is a family-run attraction with a unique collection of independent shops and activities. Explore segway rides, enjoy award-winning Birds of Prey experiences, visit craft workshops, and indulge in food and drink outlets – all set in the heart of Cheshire. The village is free to enter, and parking is also available.
2. Delamere Forest Park:
- Delamere Forest is a large wood in the village of Delamere. Explore its trails, enjoy the natural beauty, and perhaps have a picnic amidst the trees. It's a great spot for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers.
3. Knutsford Heritage Centre:
- Visit the Knutsford Heritage Centre, a museum in Knutsford. Learn about social history, explore exhibits, and discover the fascinating Knutsford Millennium Tapestry. It's a great way to delve into the local heritage.
4. Madrenaline Activities:
- Located in Macclesfield, Mad-Renaline Activities offers unique adventures. Try laser clay pigeon shooting, archery, sphereing, and segway rides. Whether you're with friends or planning a corporate team-building day, there's something for everyone.
Remember, Cheshire's mix of history, nature, and exciting experiences ensures a memorable day out! .