Kids of all ages will love the great outdoors of Delamere Forest. Swing through the trees at Go Ape, where high ropes and zip lines offer vertiginous challenges. Venture into the deep dark wood with younger members of the gang, where you may bump into the Gruffalo and his friends.
For animal lovers, there’s no shortage of furry friends to meet. Visit Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre for a gentle introduction to these majestic creatures, or pop over to Oakmere Alpacas to walk with these adorable, fluffy companions. For all-day adventure, journey through the animal kingdom at Chester Zoo. Dive with sharks at the Blue Planet Aquarium and find Nemo.
If you’re after hands-on fun, the Crocky Trail is an outdoor adventure park where kids can scramble, slide, and ride all day. BeWILDerwood is a must-visit for young adventurers; look out for Boggles and Hippopotamuddles. It’s win, win at The Ice Cream Farm in Tattenhall – a sweet treat combo of play areas with some of the best ice cream around.
Discover Chester’s DEVA Roman Experience and immerse your senses in a Roman bath house, a market street, and amphitheatre – watch drama unfold as gladiators fight it out to the death! Kick off at the National Football Museum in Manchester, or dive in at the inflatable aqua park in Manley Mere.
Brace yourself for a wild swim at Wild Shore or hire a SUP; for faster aqua adventure, try cable wakeboarding. For thrill-seekers, Oulton Park offers high-speed driving experiences, while Catton Hall offers quad biking and paintball. If you’re feeling competitive, grab a racket and head for Cuddington Tennis Club or Hartford Padel Courts.
Want something more serene? Escape life’s distractions with some Zen at The Farm Club near Knutsford, where yoga, sound baths, and cold-water immersion will leave you refreshed. Book a canal barge trip in Chester, where you can drift along the waterways or try your hand at rowing on the River Dee. Admire far-reaching views from the Sandstone Trail.
Craft beer enthusiasts can grab a pint of Cheshire Plain or Jester IPA from Weetwood Brewery’s taproom in Kelsall. They distil Marmalade Gin and Apple Brandy too. And if you’re after a different brew, visit Craft & Common in Lymm, where you can relax with a coffee while painting your own pottery masterpiece.
For the ultimate in relaxation, award-winning Carden Park Spa is just a 40-minute drive away, offering indulgence and serenity. For green surroundings, there’s an abundance of golf courses nearby including Portal Golf Club’s championship course, Delamere Forest Golf Club and Pryors Hayes. Your days here are as laid-back or action-packed as you like.
