| set in a former 16th-century coaching inn, this classic pub with rooms is 3. a rustic-chic pub with exposed ceiling beams and original fireplaces serves cask ales, while the restaurant offers seasonal menus. there's also a garden with a terrace and a kids' play area. the 4 cosy, stylish rooms include en suite bathrooms, free wi-fi, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. 2 miles from tarporley village and 10 miles from crewe.
Manchester Airport 45 min
Delamere Forest (20 min)
Sizable forest with multi-use recreational trails, summer concerts & a visitor center with a cafe. Cholmondeley Castle Gardens (17 min)
Elegant, 19th-century castle gardens with lakeside walks, a play area, plus llamas and pygmy goats. Chester Castle: Agricola Tower and Castle Walls (34 min)
Although rebuilt in the 19th century, this castle still retains some features from the Middle Ages. Hack Green Secret Nuclear Bunker (22 min)
A nuclear bunker and defence complex offering tours and 20th-century military history exhibitions. Chester Cathedral (30 min)
Medieval cathedral, built in 1092, with tours of the 216-step tower plus a refectory cafe and shop. Chester City Walls (29 min)
Roman & Medieval city walks with a raised 2-mile-long walkway & grade I listed gates & towers. Cotebrook Shire Horse Centre (9 min) Beeston Castle (9 min)
A ruined English Heritage castle atop a crag, with woodland wildlife trails and spectacular views. Chester Racecourse (33 min)
Established in 1539, this famous racecourse is recognized as the world's oldest still in operation. Blakemere Village (17 min)
Quaint cluster of indie boutiques, plus a restaurant, falconry center, archery & Segway rides. Anderton Boat Lift Visitor Centre (30 min)
Boat trips through a working hydraulic lift raising vessels from the River Weaver to the canal. The Grosvenor Museum (28 min)
Galleries on Chester's local history and Cheshire's natural history, plus temporary exhibitions. Eastgate Clock (31 min)
Turret clock built in Victorian times above a Georgian arch, listed as a historic landmark. Marbury Country Park (32 min)
Ancient woodland, streams and a large open space, including a play area and orienteering course. The Crocky Trail (22 min)
Mile-long adventure trail for kids, with slides, rope swings, climbs and a chain bridge, plus cafe. | 
