Days Out and Meals Out Guide to Cheshire

Ice cream parlour serving up sweet treats with a children's play area and Maize Maze

A great little place to walk is Shakerley Mere which is in between Holmes Chapel and Knutsford in Cheshire.

Shrigley Hall Hotel & Spa, a Georgian country house just outside Macclesfield with 262 acres of grounds and a championship golf course. The hotel is open for day guests who want to use the spa, restaurant and enjoy an afternoon tea.

Shutlingsloe stands to the south of Macclesfield Forest, on the edge of the Peak District and within the Peak District National Park.

Gootopia is a hands-on, full on gooey slime hub designed for kids aged three and up. The venue offers slime-making workshops, birthday parties, and even school science trips, all designed to be inclusive and packed with sensory fun.

Tucked into the Cheshire countryside just outside Nantwich, Snugburys Ice Cream Farm is a must-visit treat for anyone with a sweet tooth. Choose from over 35 flavours of award-winning ice cream, all handmade on site using fresh British cream and quality ingredients.

Storyhouse is a charity. Their home in Chester incorporates a library, theatres, an independent cinema, a restaurant, and is a community and creative social space.

An historical estate with a neo-classical mansion, 50 acres of landscaped gardens, 1000 acres of parkland, a working farm and medieval Old Hall, an adventure playground and cafe all in the heart of Knutsford, Cheshire.

Tegg’s nose country park is located near Macclesfield forest and on a clear day, it has stunning views of the surrounding areas including Jodrell bank and the peak district national park.

Tenpin Crewe is an indoor entertainment centre with 25 bowling lanes, a soft play area, a laser tag arena and an escape room.

A lovely little tea room in the centre of Holmes Chapel, Cheshire. Serving homemade meals in a cosy setting.

Tucked away in the Cheshire countryside setting of Rose Farm, the Coffee House is a hidden gem that’s definitely worth a visit if you’re looking for hearty homemade food in a warm, friendly setting.