Chester Zoo in Upton-by-Chester, Cheshire, England, is one of the UK's largest and most diverse zoological collections, featuring over 35,000 animals from 500+ species across extensive outdoor habitats and impressive indoor exhibits. Visitors can explore themed zones like the Heart of Africa savannah, Islands exhibit, and Tropical Realm, with facilities including cafés, restaurants, play areas, and educational programs, making it a premier destination for families and wildlife enthusiasts.
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The Woodlands Farmhouse
This is a spacious rural farmhouse on the Welsh borders set in rolling countryside, ideal for large groups or families seeking a peaceful and homely retreat surrounded by nature and farmland.
Iscoyd Park is a historic family home near Whitchurch, Shropshire, dating back to 1737 with parts from 1630 and medieval origins. Visitors can explore the restored Georgian house, converted outbuildings, and gardens through guided tours led by the family. The estate has a rich history including use as a WWII hospital and POW camp before restoration.
Mill House Barn is a stylishly converted barn set in the peaceful Cheshire countryside within 1.5 acres of shared grounds, ideal for families or groups exploring local attractions and historic sites.
Sandbach Crosses are two elaborately carved 9th-century Anglo-Saxon stone crosses located in the marketplace of Sandbach, Cheshire. They are outdoor historic monuments known for their religious and Celtic carvings, historically and artistically significant as Grade I listed structures and scheduled ancient monuments.
This semi-detached property in Heswall offers a base for exploring nearby cities and coastal areas with 2 bedrooms, an enclosed garden, and private parking, suitable for a family or group up to 4 guests, with amenities like Wi-Fi, laundry, cot, and highchair provided.
Dee Estuary - Parkgate is a nature reserve featuring extensive saltmarshes with diverse birdlife and scenic landscapes, ideal for wildlife observation especially at high tide. It offers outdoor experiences with parking, picnic areas, and nearby eateries, welcoming visitors free of charge year-round.
A luxury barn conversion in the Cheshire countryside with spacious accommodation for 8 guests, scenic views, private enclosed garden, and a wood-fired hot tub, suitable for families and pets.
Cholmondeley Castle Gardens is a historic 70-acre garden with magnificent seasonal displays, a long herbaceous border, lakeside nature trail, water garden, picnic and play area, historic chapel, and diverse plant collections. Free access is available for RHS members on selected days.
This is a one-bedroom ground floor annexe in rural Flintshire, North Wales, offering a modern, homely interior with a cosy living area and an enclosed patio, set in a peaceful countryside location near walking routes and historic sites.
Pheasant Fields is a detached holiday home located in the rural village of Lloc, offering spacious accommodation with traditional and modern features, set on a substantial plot with views over open countryside and close to coastal resorts and local attractions.
Maen Achwyfan is a historic 10th/11th century stone wheel-cross near Whitford, Flintshire, notable as the tallest of its kind in Britain, featuring intricate Celtic and figurative carvings. It is an outdoor monument and a scheduled historic site maintained by Cadw.
A ground floor bungalow accommodation situated within a World Heritage area near the Thomas Telford aqueduct in Trevor, offering a spacious kitchen, three bedrooms, enclosed garden with barbecue, and private parking for five cars.
Trevor Hall is a significant historic house in Wales set within 150 acres of private woodlands and gardens. Visitors can enjoy both indoor tours of the house's unique collections and extensive outdoor walks, including part of the Offas Dyke path, with stunning views of the Dee Valley.
This spacious barn conversion is set within 6 acres of natural countryside near Penyfford village in North Wales, offering a family-friendly and scenic retreat with original rustic charm and modern home comforts.
Y Fferm is a 17th-century small manorial farmhouse retaining much of its original sub-medieval details, open to visitors by pre-booked appointment during selected dates.
A spacious, oak-beamed Grade II listed first floor apartment with wood burning stove and exposed brickwork, situated in the countryside near Chester with views over the Cheshire countryside and convenient transport links.
Helsby is a village in Cheshire, England, known for Helsby Hill, a prominent sandstone hill featuring ancient hillfort remains and extensive rock climbing opportunities. Managed by the National Trust, the hill offers walkers scenic views across Cheshire and beyond. The nearby former quarry is now a woodland park with notable geological features.
This accommodation is a beautifully refurbished period property situated near the coast on the Wirral Peninsula, offering a homely and comfortable setting for guests including families and groups, with a private garden and hot tub in a peaceful location close to natural and coastal attractions.
Stable Cottage is a charming stable conversion set at the end of a private rural lane in north Wales, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere with access to countryside walks and shared grounds.
Basingwerk Abbey is a Grade I listed ruined Cistercian abbey founded in the 12th century located near Holywell, Flintshire, Wales. Visitors can explore extensive medieval ruins set within Greenfield Valley Heritage Park, managed by Cadw. The site showcases historic religious architecture and marks the start of the North Wales Pilgrims Way.
This cosy detached holiday cottage with a multi-fuel burner is situated near Chester and offers a large garden with orchard, providing a private and homely retreat suitable for families and pet owners.
Castell Ewloe is a native-built Welsh castle located in a deep woodland setting near the Wales-England border, known for its distinctive D-shaped stone tower and historic significance as a contested borderland fortress. The site offers an outdoor historic experience with walking trails and steps, accessible to visitors year-round with free entry.
This spacious detached barn conversion in a rural setting offers accommodation for up to 14 guests with seven bedrooms, including accessible features such as wheelchair access and a lift connecting all floors. It includes a games room, playroom, sun room with balcony, and private grounds with children-friendly facilities and a private hot tub.
Derwen Cross features a well-preserved medieval preaching cross with detailed Christian carvings and nearby historic church elements, open year-round for external viewing.
The Hayloft is a cosy and peaceful semi-detached barn conversion set in the countryside on a working farm, suitable for families and groups with pet-friendly and child-friendly features, surrounded by open fields and rural scenery.
Plas Coch is a retail and educational area in Wrexham, Wales, known for its Roman farm settlement history, prominent retail park, university campus, and the nearby Racecourse Ground stadium. It combines commercial, historic, and educational interests primarily in an outdoor setting.
Stonewood Country Lodge is a pet-friendly lodge nestled in the Cheshire countryside in the village of Kelsall, offering a peaceful and comfortable retreat with scenic local attractions and nature immersion.
Abbeywood Gardens offers extensive woodlands, diverse gardens, and a wildlife walk set in Cheshire, complemented by a cafe serving local food. Access is free for RHS members on select days.
Eagles Meadow is a medium-sized shopping centre in Wrexham city centre featuring over 60 stores, eateries, and community spaces including an artificial waterfall and hosting events such as clothing exchanges.
Tir-Y-Coed is a spacious and inviting three-bedroom family cottage located in North Wales, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere close to country pubs, nature walks, and local attractions.
Nerquis Hall is a historic 16th-century house featuring an original farmyard and Great Barn, available for exclusive use but requiring paid entrance for Historic Houses members. It served as a film location and offers an indoor historic experience.
The Barn is a first-floor holiday apartment set within a working dairy farm near Nantwich, offering peaceful countryside surroundings with family-friendly and child-friendly features, including a super kingsize bedroom, two single beds, and a private front sitting-out area with countryside views.
Dorfold Hall is a historic Jacobean mansion set in 800 acres of English countryside featuring original interiors, beautiful gardens, woodlands, and a picturesque lake. Visitors can explore both the house and extensive outdoor grounds, with accessibility features and member free entry available.
Black Lion Folly is a boutique retreat set in a historic rural location within the grounds of a Grade II listed Welsh longhouse and ancient agricultural estate, featuring charming countryside views and easy access to local towns and natural attractions.
This cosy cottage in the Cheshire village of Antrobus offers a private retreat for two guests with a woodburner, underfloor heating, and a private hot tub on enclosed decking, set amidst peaceful countryside.
Arley Hall & Gardens in Cheshire is a historic family home offering indoor tours of its intricately decorated interiors alongside access to one of Britain's finest gardens known for its vitality and variety. Visitors can enjoy a café, shop, and facilities for children, with the venue mostly wheelchair accessible and pet friendly.
The Gate House is a 16th-century gate house located in Llanarmon-yn-Ial, offering a blend of historic features and modern comforts in a peaceful rural setting with a large garden and summerhouse.
A charming dog-friendly riverside cottage in a peaceful Cheshire village with cosy interiors, a wood-burning stove, river views, and nearby local amenities including a pub.
This 1.5-acre RHS Partner Garden near Warrington offers a tranquil outdoor experience with diverse planting areas including a wildflower meadow, gravel garden, and an exotic garden with a pergola walk. It features accessible paths, plant sales, refreshments, and wildlife-friendly gardening practices.
Stable End is a contemporary barn retreat on a North Shropshire working farm offering a peaceful countryside escape with rustic charm and stylish converted barn accommodation for up to six guests.
Combermere Abbey is a historic former Cistercian monastery turned Tudor manor and Gothic-style house set in 1,000 acres on the Cheshire/Shropshire border. Visitors can enjoy guided tours of the house including significant restored rooms, explore extensive parkland and gardens, and join special owner-led tours. The venue requires pre-booking and entry fees apply except for Historic Houses members.
A single-level countryside property at a working equestrian setting in Winsford, Cheshire, offering a peaceful and homely atmosphere surrounded by nature and local attractions.
Winsford is a historic market town in Cheshire known for its salt mining heritage, scenic Winsford Flashes lakes, and landmarks such as St Chad's Church. It offers walkable town centre amenities, leisure and cultural activities, and access by train and local public transport.
Brackenwood is a distinguished six-bedroom period house on the Wirral Peninsula near Caldy Hill, set in private landscaped grounds with outdoor recreational facilities, suitable for larger groups and families.
Bwthyn Clyd is a cosy semi-detached barn conversion perched on the side of the Dee Valley with views over the Vale of Llangollen Golf Course, situated in a peaceful rural area near countryside walks and local attractions.
Eliseg's Pillar is an ancient early Christian monument from the 9th century, located on a Bronze Age burial cairn in Wales. Visitors can explore the historic outdoor site featuring a weathered cross shaft with inscriptions that tell the story of the kingdom of Powys and its rulers. The site is accessible via a short walk from nearby Valle Crucis Abbey car park.
Anfield Haven is a substantial and stylish period home in the Liverpool suburb of Anfield, offering a homely atmosphere for families and groups with easy access to local amenities, green spaces and city attractions, including nearby Anfield Football Stadium.
Metquarter is a boutique shopping centre located in central Liverpool, housed in a historic former post office building. Visitors can enjoy a range of retail stores, a food hall, and a cinema, with a family-friendly environment.
This is a ground floor studio apartment in a Grade II listed cottage surrounded by the Cheshire countryside, providing a peaceful and scenic base for exploration with shared garden grounds and private parking.
Detached Grade II listed property with enclosed gardens located on the outskirts of Llangollen, offering a cosy and self-contained stay near countryside and outdoor activities.
Valle Crucis Abbey is a historic Cistercian abbey ruin in Denbighshire, Wales, founded in 1201 and dissolved in 1537. Visitors can explore extensive outdoor ruins including the church, cloisters, and outbuildings, with access to some first-floor areas. The site is noted for its medieval architecture and the only remaining monastic fishpond in Wales.
A cosy duplex apartment in the centre of Whitchurch, Shropshire, suited for up to 4 guests, offering modern amenities and proximity to local shops and attractions in a market town setting.
Bess's Cottage is a countryside barn conversion cottage with a cosy and homely atmosphere, located on a working dairy farm in the village of Byley, Cheshire, providing a peaceful rural retreat with close access to historic towns and nature.
A detached barn conversion with tasteful farmhouse style overlooking Welsh countryside, offering level access throughout and a warm, homely atmosphere in a rural setting.
Nantclwyd y Dre is a unique historic house and garden in Ruthin offering over 500 years of history with exhibits from medieval to Victorian times, step-free gardens with scenic views, and activities for children including trails and a bat observation cam. Well-behaved dogs are welcome inside and in the gardens.
This accommodation offering is a spacious and stylish rural cottage located in the Cheshire village of Antrobus, set within a charming estate amidst the countryside, ideal for families and couples seeking a peaceful retreat with private hot tub and garden views.
A three-bedroom Grade II listed country cottage located in rural Cheshire surrounded by farmland, providing a peaceful and family-friendly atmosphere with extensive grounds and countryside nearby.
Veolas Cottage Annexe is a cosy annexe set in the village of Pontybodkin near Mold, providing a comfortable base for exploring North Wales, Snowdonia, and Cheshire with scenic countryside and outdoor activities nearby.
Castell Caergwrle is a historic ruined castle built by native Welsh prince Dafydd ap Gruffudd in the late 13th century. Visitors can explore outdoor grounds on a waymarked path and enjoy the heritage setting within the village. Access involves uneven terrain and steps with safety notices. The site has free entry and allows dogs on short leads at ground level.
This accommodation is a cosy barn conversion located in the Cheshire countryside on a working farm, featuring a ground-floor open plan layout with countryside views and a private back garden, suitable for couples or small families.
Maes y Falwen is a characterful holiday home in the peaceful village of Nercwys, North Wales, set in scenic countryside offering a blend of rustic charm and modern comfort ideal for families or groups seeking to explore nearby historic towns and natural beauty.
Green Acres is a thoughtfully refurbished family home near Llangollen town centre, offering a spacious and secluded setting with large gardens and modern furnishings by The White Company London.
A spacious luxury property in Denbighshire that accommodates up to 15 guests with pets allowed, wheelchair access, a hot tub, and extensive outdoor spaces, suitable for family and celebration stays.
A cosy mid-terraced house in a quiet cul-de-sac within the village of Haydock, offering two bedrooms and accommodation for up to five guests with an enclosed garden and convenient access to local sports and leisure attractions.
A spacious detached, beamed cottage set in rural Cheshire with a large enclosed garden, woodburner, and games room facilities in the garage, offering a peaceful family-friendly retreat close to Nantwich.
Crewe is a historic railway town in Cheshire, England, known for its major railway junction, Bentley car factory, and the expansive Queen's Park offering recreational facilities including a children's play area. Cultural attractions include the Lyceum Theatre and Crewe Heritage Centre featuring a miniature railway.
The Bellringers Cottage is a cosy and homely cottage with original features, situated in an idyllic village setting in Llandegla, near countryside and nature walks.
A renovated cottage on a working dairy farm near the Wales-England border offering a peaceful and scenic rural family holiday setting with countryside surroundings.
A cosy and homely luxury retreat cottage set in the quiet village of Marbury near the Shropshire/Cheshire border, ideal for couples seeking a private getaway with scenic views over a lake and countryside surroundings.
A cosy one-bedroom retreat in the Cheshire countryside with a private hot tub and wood-burning stove, ideal for couples seeking a quiet romantic stay with access to local countryside and amenities.
This detached Grade II listed thatched cottage dates back to the 15th century and offers a historic setting close to local pubs and countryside walks in a village on the Trans Pennine Trail.
Speke Hall is a Grade I listed Tudor manor house in Liverpool, renowned for its historic timber-framed architecture, ancient yew trees, and scenic views over the Mersey estuary. Owned by the National Trust, it offers visitors both indoor exploration of historic rooms and outdoor gardens with walking paths.
Visitors follow an outdoor trail around the grounds of Speke Hall, completing five activities to discover a magic word and reunite the Sorceress of Speke with her lost animal familiars.
Waterloo Sunset is a cosy retreat in Crosby offering comfortable accommodation with two bedrooms and two bathrooms, close to local bars, restaurants, and the coast, suitable for couples and small families with pets, featuring an enclosed back garden and walking access to nearby attractions.
The New Strand Shopping Centre in Bootle is a large indoor retail complex featuring 130 stores, including major tenants like TJ Hughes and Home Bargains. Opened in 1968 and expanded in the late 1990s, it offers extensive shopping with good transport connections and parking. It also includes facilities for children such as a creche.
Crosby is a coastal town in Merseyside, England, known for its beaches, Antony Gormley's art installation, and a vibrant suburban atmosphere near Liverpool.
Groes Faen-Bach Farmhouse is a newly-built stone farmhouse within a working farm, designed for large gatherings of friends or family, offering a luxurious yet homely atmosphere and spacious accommodation across three floors near North Wales tourist destinations.
St Winefride's Shrine & Well is a historic pilgrimage site featuring a late 15th-century chapel with an indoor holy spring and an outdoor healing water pool. Visitors can explore the richly decorated chapel and enjoy the site's spiritual and cultural significance along the North Wales Pilgrim's Way.
Zonnebloem is a semi-detached holiday property in the village of Brymbo near Wrexham, offering peaceful countryside views in a well-kept garden setting, suitable for families and groups exploring nearby historic towns and natural attractions.
Island Green in Wrexham, Wales is a retail park located on the site of the former Island Green Brewery. The park includes shops, restaurants, and Wrexham Central railway station, repurposing historic Grade II listed brewery buildings and providing extensive parking and visitor amenities.
This accommodation is a spacious, characterful holiday cottage in a rural Cheshire village, featuring split-level bedrooms, stone flag flooring, and a private hot tub on a decked area, set within a walled garden with parking and shared tennis court.
Redstone Cottage is a single-storey detached lodge located on the Wirral Peninsula, surrounded by countryside and near villages with amenities and coastal attractions, suitable for families and groups in a peaceful country setting.
Birkenhead is an industrial port town on the Wirral Peninsula, known for its historic shipbuilding industry, the first publicly funded park in Britain, and cultural landmarks like Hamilton Square. It offers diverse transport links, shopping, leisure, and cultural experiences.
Dee Bank Cottage is a charming three-storey house located on the River Dee in Llangollen, offering stylish interiors and spacious living areas with terraces overlooking the river, ideal for families or friends seeking a peaceful holiday retreat.
Llangollen is a picturesque town in Denbighshire, Wales, known for its historic bridges, castle ruins, cultural festivals including the International Musical Eisteddfod, and scenic location on the River Dee within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
A characterful barn conversion set in the Cheshire countryside, serving as a peaceful and scenic base surrounded by fields and near local towns and attractions, suitable for families and groups.
A spacious barn conversion set in the Cheshire countryside, offering countryside views, a sizeable garden, and a peaceful environment suitable for families and groups.