English Heritage sites near Stretton Parish

Beeston Castle and Woodland Park

BEESTON CASTLE AND WOODLAND PARK

15 miles from Stretton Parish

If you’re planning a family day out in Cheshire, then a visit to Beeston Castle in Tarporley fits the bill perfectly. This 'Castle of the Rock' is famous for its spectacular views.

Sandbach Crosses

SANDBACH CROSSES

16 miles from Stretton Parish

The two massive Saxon stone crosses, elaborately carved with animals and Biblical scenes including the Nativity of Christ and the Crucifixion, dominate the cobbled market square of Sandbach.

Chester Roman Amphitheatre

CHESTER ROMAN AMPHITHEATRE

17 miles from Stretton Parish

The largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain, used for entertainment and military training by the 20th Legion, based at the fortress of 'Deva' (Chester).

Chester Castle: Agricola Tower and Castle Walls

CHESTER CASTLE: AGRICOLA TOWER AND CASTLE WALLS

17 miles from Stretton Parish

The original gateway to Chester Castle, this 12th-century tower houses a chapel with exceptionally fine wall-paintings of c. 1220, rediscovered in the 1980s.

Goodshaw Chapel

GOODSHAW CHAPEL

30 miles from Stretton Parish

English Heritage's only Nonconformist place of worship, this atmospheric Baptist chapel displays a complete set of box-pews, galleries and pulpit dating from c. 1742 to 1809.

Peveril Castle

PEVERIL CASTLE

33 miles from Stretton Parish

Founded soon after 1066 by William Peverel, one of William the Conqueror's most trusted knights, Peveril Castle offers breathtaking views of the Peak District from its position high above Castleton.

Churches in Stretton Parish

St Matthew

Stretton Road Stretton WARRINGTON
01925730276
http://www.stmatthewschurchstretton.org.uk/

"Sharing the love of Jesus with all through friendship, prayer & service."

Pubs in Stretton Parish

Cat & Lion

Tarporley Road, Stretton, WA4 4NB
(01925) 947111
joseph-holt.com/pubs/cat-and-lion

In a prominent position next to the traffic lights at the A49/B5356 junction, this large sandstone-exterior former 17thC coaching inn reopened September 2021 after a full refurbishment in switching to Manchester brewery, Joseph Holt. Insid...
Park Royal Hotel

Spark Hall Close, Stretton, WA4 4NS
(01925) 730706
qhotels.co.uk/our-locations/the-park-roy...

Lounge Bar in large modern 4-star hotel. Serves morning coffees, light lunches, evening meals and post dinner drinks. Part of the building was once a 19thC vicarage. Food served all day both in the lounge bar and restaurant.
Partridge

Tarporley Road, Stretton, WA4 4LX
(01925) 730848
thepartridgestretton.co.uk/

Situated just of the A49 close to J10 of the M56. Converted from a large, 18thC historic country house offering accomodation in 10 bedrooms. Large open plan pub with several separate dining areas and spacious beer garden. Food served all da...
Ring o' Bells

Northwich Road, Lower Stretton, WA4 4NZ
07788 447348
stretton-grillhouse.com

A traditional, unspoilt village local, with a new emphasis on good quality grilled food since the arrival of new tenants in 2022. The main room, served by a single bar, leads to two smaller rooms. Identified by CAMRA as having a regionally...
Stretton Fox

Spark Hall Close, Stretton, WA4 4NU
(01925) 730693
vintageinn.co.uk/thestrettonfoxstretton/

Converted farm house with 7 separate dining areas. Emphasis on food but in a rural and rustic setting. Up to Four rotating guest beers from the pubco's list. Takeaway food available - see website. Opens earlier for brunch Thursday to Sunday...