The Crofts
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.
Gulliver's World is a family-oriented theme park in Warrington with rides and attractions designed mainly for children aged 2 to 13, featuring multiple themed areas, indoor water play, and an indoor NERF arena as well as an on-site hotel and a WWII heritage centre.
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.
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.
12 Oct–8 Nov (next week)
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.
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.
A countryside cottage in rural Lancashire with a private courtyard and long lawned garden, blending country warmth and stylish luxury in a peaceful rural village setting near market towns and coastal areas.
WWT Martin Mere is a large wetland nature reserve in Lancashire managed by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust, renowned for birdwatching with observation hides and hosting many rare species. It provides significant habitat for wildfowl and migratory birds, especially in winter, and supports important biodiversity.
1 Jan–31 Dec (another 83 days)
Rufford Old Hall in Lancashire offers a programme of scheduled talks, demonstrations, exhibitions, and drop-in activities throughout 2026. Events include daily house tours and talks, garden talks, a monthly dementia friendly café, music performances, traditional yarn spinning demonstrations, sports and games during summer, fencing drop-in sessions, a Victorian play exhibition, a woodturners market, and a scarecrow festival in autumn. Admission to events is free with normal venue admission charges applying.
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.
This detached barn is situated in the Cheshire countryside with oak beams and a vaulted ceiling, set in grounds shared with the owner and close to local country pubs and shops in the village of Mobberley.
Tatton Park in Cheshire is a historic estate featuring a Medieval Old Hall, Neo-Classical Mansion, extensive gardens, a rare-breed farm, and a large deer park. It offers diverse experiences including indoor mansion tours, outdoor parkland exploration, and family-friendly activities like an adventure playground and farm visits.
16 Oct (next Friday)
Participants learn wet-felting techniques and create a landscape image inspired by Tatton Park’s Japanese Garden, with expert tuition and a tour of the garden.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Stonyford Cottage Gardens is a family-owned informal garden featuring wetland areas, a tranquil lake, and a diverse range of shade and moisture-loving plants with scenic views and woodland walks. It offers facilities like parking, refreshments, and welcomes dogs.
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.
A spacious barn conversion set in the Cheshire countryside, offering countryside views, a sizeable garden, and a peaceful environment suitable for families and groups.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Northwich is a historic market town in Cheshire known for its Roman origins, salt mining heritage, and cultural festivals, with walkable streets and river confluences.
This period 1930s semi-detached house in the village of Wrightington offers a comfortable family base with enclosed garden, parking, and nearby amenities including a cafe and pubs, set in a peaceful countryside location.
Camelot Theme Park was a former British amusement park in Lancashire themed around the legend of Camelot, offering family and thrill rides with medieval decor. It operated seasonally from 1983 to 2012 and featured live jousting shows and multiple roller coasters. The site was later used for a zombie drive-thru horror experience in 2022.
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.
A superb spacious barn conversion located in a rural Lancashire village surrounded by countryside views, with a cosy rustic character and traditional features throughout.
This detached 17th century thatched cottage offers a peaceful countryside retreat with period charm, nestled in scenic surroundings near historic towns and outdoor activities.
Rufford Old Hall is a Grade I listed Tudor and Jacobean hall house in Lancashire featuring richly decorated interiors, a notable sixteenth-century carved wooden screen, extensive Victorian gardens with topiary squirrels, and historical collections of arms and rural memorabilia. The site offers both indoor historical architecture and outdoor garden experiences.
9–13 Oct, 16–20 Oct…
Stranger Folk is an app-based adventure inspired by British folklore, featuring interactive games and creatures such as goblins and boggarts. Families can explore Rufford Old Hall and its grounds, follow the story and take part in additional on-site games.
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.
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.
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.
This barn conversion is set in rural Lancashire countryside, offering a peaceful and scenic private retreat with views to distant mountains and countryside, ideal for families and groups seeking a homely yet stylish stay.
Brookbank Farm is a spacious Grade II listed country house set in the Cheshire countryside with views of Jodrell Bank, offering traditional character over three floors with seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms, suited for family gatherings and group celebrations.
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.