If the historic town of Nantwich itself isn't enough of a draw, or you're wondering what else the area offers, check out the list below.
The world's largest water garden centre. The Palms Tropical Oasis contains Mediterranean and tropical blooming gardens, complete with zoo and aquaria, featuring exotic fish, rare frogs, snakes and even Tamarin monkeys.
The largest selection of garden plants in Europe. Come here for shopping and for inspiration as well. There are over twenty different gardens: cottage, woodland, Victorian, patio—you name it.
Ever wondered what a secret nuclear bunker might look like? Enter through the massive blast doors into a secret world of labyrinths and learn how the British government planned to meet the threat of nuclear war.
Nearby Reaseheath College's two mazes within a crop of forage/feed maize are a popular autumnal pastime. The main giant maze and the smaller one meant for juniors cover a combined area of six acres. Quizzes are available for the truly adventurous.
One of Kassie's favourite stops, an ice cream parlour on a Jersey farm.
For a glimpse of the British canal experience.
Ornamental gardens set around a gothic castle. Also features an ancient private chapel and a farm showcasing rare animals including llamas.
A castle ruin set atop a rocky crag, affording stunning views of the surrounding countryside.
A little farther afield, yet within an hour's drive away, are the bustling cities of Manchester, Liverpool and Chester. (Birmingham is just over an hour away.) Also within an hour's journey by car, you'll find the following attractions:
The largest zoo in the area with numerous animals, including babies, a bat cave, and an overhead railway.
Britain's largest aquarium with two floors of interactive displays, featuring underwater safari tunnels, the largest collection of sharks, and a Carribean reef exhibit.
Europe's largest retail outlet centre, offering designer names such as Burberrys, Next, Nike, Elle, DKNY, Tommy Hilfiger. The list goes on and on. Arrive early, especially on weekends.
Renowned for trainspotting but, sadly, not much else.
Nearby Stoke-on-Trent is made up of six distinct towns, collectively known as The Potteries, home to the world's greatest pottery manufacturers, including Wedgwood and Royal Doulton.
Less than an hour's drive away are the stately homes of Erddig and Chirk Castle, as well as the picturesque villages of Llangollen and Betws-y-Coed.
Don't miss Little Moreton Hall, Dunham Massey, Tatton Park, Shugborough, Biddulph Grange Garden and Speke Hall.
Copyright © 2005 Jeanne Haskett