English Heritage sites near Walton Parish

Beeston Castle and Woodland Park

BEESTON CASTLE AND WOODLAND PARK

16 miles from Walton 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.

Chester Roman Amphitheatre

CHESTER ROMAN AMPHITHEATRE

17 miles from Walton 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 Walton 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.

Sandbach Crosses

SANDBACH CROSSES

18 miles from Walton 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.

Goodshaw Chapel

GOODSHAW CHAPEL

29 miles from Walton 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.

Whalley Abbey Gatehouse

WHALLEY ABBEY GATEHOUSE

33 miles from Walton Parish

The 14th century gatehouse of the nearby Cistercian abbey, which was the second wealthiest monastery in Lancashire. The first floor of the gatehouse was probably a chapel.


Churches in Walton Parish

St John's, Walton

Old Chester Road Walton Warrington
01925262939
https://www.stjohnschurchwalton.org.uk

We are a small and friendly church next to Walton Lea Crematorium and Walton Hall and Gardens.  We believe that all are made in the image of God and that each person is precious in God's sight.  


Pubs in Walton Parish

Jahan
Stag

Chester Road, Lower Walton, WA4 6EG
(01925) 261680

A delightful pub full of curiosities with lots going on with theme nights, quiz nights twice a week and occasional live music. Refurbished under new management Autumn 2022. Changing daily food specials and deals. The mothballed microbrewery...
Walton Arms

148, Old Chester Road, Higher Walton, WA4 6TG
(01925) 262659
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Large food-focused pub in an ideal location if heading into or out of Warrington or visiting local attraction, Walton Hall & Gardens. Spacious car park and outdoor seating area. Built in the 19thC this brick inn has tall decorated chimneys...