Chester Heritage Tours What’s New for 2014 19


To help you plan further ahead – take a look at some exciting new developments and attractions for 2014 and beyond.


LION SALT WORKS Opening Summer 2014


The Story of Open-Pan Salt Making


Marston nr Northwich, Cheshire www.lionsaltworks.org


Welcome aboard Chester’s iconic award-winning 1914 style open-top city tour bus. Voted best small attraction of the year for the North West and join us to see all the city sights in a unique and special way with a live commentary given by a professional guide on every tour (no tape recording used).


Departs from the Town Hall Square Mon-Sat 10am and then every 45 mins approx (excl Fri). Also from the Cathedral, St. Werburgh Street on Sundays from 10am.


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Telephone: 08445 854 144 chesterheritagetours.co.uk


23 Chester Cathedral


In 2014, Chester Cathedral will be opening a new visitor experience. The Cathedral at Heights project will allow you to get a glimpse of the cathedral like you have never seen it before: scale the bell tower, get up close and personal with the stained glass windows, peer down on the fourteenth century quire stalls and amble along the galleries. Immerse yourself in our unique blend of medieval and modern history as you take this sky-high tour with a twist – and enjoy an unrivalled panoramic view of the city whilst you are up there.


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For further information and updates visit www.chestercathedral.comor follow us on Twitter@ChesterCath. Chester Cathedral is now free to enter – so why not pay us a visit!


RHS Flower Show, Tatton Park, Knutsford – 24th to 27th July 2014


One of the most spectacular floral festivals. Tatton Park hosts the flower show that is well known for its competitions and innovations in garden and design. It is an ideal group day out with 28 acres of showground to explorewww.rhs.org.uk/tatton


21 ‘Cheshire’s Great War Stories’


MACCLESFIELD SILK MUSEUMS For a Great Group Experience!


A Cheshire wide project is underway to commemorate the First World War. This project will support and complement a range of exhibitions and events happening around Cheshire as the county commemorates the historic anniversary throughout 2014 culminating with a final event in November at Chester Cathedral.


More detailed information will be available at www.greatwarcheshire.co.uk


Weaver Hall HERITAGE CENTRE SILK MUSEUM PARADISE MILL Take the Silk Journey At Our Three Heritage Sites


For information on Group Bookings – including Special Offers – Call: 01625 613210


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New galleries open in 2014 – exploring Cheshire Stories and Industries and the Workhouse – with a recreation of the Mistress and Master’s Sitting Room from the workhouse days.


Visitwww.weaverhallmuseum.org.uk


The Lion Salt Works – Summer 2014


The Lion Salt Works in the village of Marston, close to Northwich will become the country’s most fascinating heritage attraction when it re-opens in the summer of 2014. Following an £8 million restoration project the new heritage attraction will tell the story of open-pan salt making. It will provide a unique insight into a period in history when Cheshire produced 86 per cent of the nation’s salt. Visitors will be able to explore the restored buildings, discover how the salt works operated and find out how the industry impacted upon Cheshire’s people, economy and landscape. The Lion Salt Works will include an imaginative learning programme, themed play provision and an evolving calendar of events and museum activities. Visitwww.lionsaltworks.org


Christmas Spectacular - 15th – 25th November 2014


This festive favourite takes place in the Grand Pavilion at Tatton Park, Near Knutsford. For further information or to make a group booking please contact JD Parties on 0844 318 3903 or visit www.jdparties.co.uk


Chester Zoo – Islands Development 2015


An exciting new development will open at Chester Zoo in 2015 and will offer a great experience for group visits.


Summer 2014 – Advance trade bookings open for ISLANDS


Summer 2015 – ISLANDS will open to visitors


Keep up to date with the progress of the development visitwww.chesterzoo.org


Further Information


For further information visit www.visitcheshire.comor contact Sue Foster 01244 405635 s.foster@marketingcheshire.co.uk


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