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Enjoy a family day out in Cheshire at one of England's most dramatically sited fortresses. Beeston Castle and Woodland Park offers fantastic walks and stunning views, a paradise for summer walkers, nature-lovers and energetic children!

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Beeston Castle and Woodland Park
Beeston Castle and Woodland Park

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.

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Chester Castle: Agricola Tower and Castle Walls
Chester Castle: Agricola Tower and Castle Walls

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.

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Chester Roman Amphitheatre
Chester Roman Amphitheatre

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

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Sandbach Crosses
Sandbach Crosses

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.

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Boscobel House and The Royal Oak
Boscobel House and The Royal Oak

Shropshire | West Midlands

Boscobel House and its Royal Oak tree became famous as hiding places of King Charles II after defeat at the Battle of Worcester in 1651. Visitors can also see the dairy, farmyard, smithy and gardens.

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Goodshaw Chapel
Goodshaw Chapel

Lancashire

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.

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Events : Cheshire

Medieval Royal Pageant
Medieval Royal Pageant
Venue: Beeston Castle and Woodland Park, Cheshire
Date: Sun 3 - Tue 5 Jun 2012

During the weekend of the Queen’s Jubilee celebrations we turn our attention to one of the great monarchs of the past, Edward III. Join the celebrations as The Lion Rampant presents a day full of fascination and fun.
Norman Storm
Norman Storm
Venue: Beeston Castle and Woodland Park, Cheshire
Date: Sat 4 & Sun 5 Aug 2012

Travel back in time to the 13th century when the castle is under attack! Witness a spectacular array of medieval military might in an on-going series of dramatic scenes.
Medieval Death and Disease
Medieval Death and Disease
Venue: Beeston Castle and Woodland Park, Cheshire
Date: Sat 18 & Sun 19 Aug 2012

A light hearted look at horrid history. Meet the medieval executioner and medieval surgeon and hear their grisly tales. Discover all about plague and medieval burials. Car parking charge applies.

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Time Travellers Go... Roman Fun & Games
Time Travellers Go... Roman Fun & Games
Venue: Birdoswald Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall, Cumbria
Date: Sat 2 - Tue 5 Jun 2012

Could you hack it in Roman Britain? A Jubilee weekend event spread across Hadrian’s Wall. At Birdoswald Roman Fort we look at Roman fun and games, technology and cosmetics with hands on activities and interactive shows.
Time Travellers Go... Roman Centurion
Time Travellers Go... Roman Centurion
Venue: Birdoswald Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall, Cumbria
Date: Sat 21 July - Mon 27 Aug 2012

Join our Centurion for some hands on fun – with Roman themed craft activities throughout the day from colouring and paper helmet making to games to Roman drill and Roman artefact handling. Plus try on costumes, Roman armour and a Centurion’s helmet.
The Notorious Border Reivers Guided Tours
The Notorious Border Reivers Guided Tours
Venue: Carlisle Castle, Cumbria
Date: Wed 1 - Sun 12 Aug 2012

Themed guided tours around the impressive fortress of Carlisle Castle.
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