A CHESHIRE LOVE AFFAIR

Jenny Schippers chooses the fantastic 14 places she’d visit for a couple’s staycation

- Jenny Schippers

As life slowly begins to trickle back into our high streets and country towns, it is more important than ever to get out and discover all that we have on our doorstep. By supporting our independent and enthusiastic hospitality industry, our hard-working suppliers and incredible tourist attractions, the hope is that we can begin to rebuild and rediscover all that makes Cheshire great. So instead of booking that romantic mini-break further afield this year, be inspired to stay closer to home and support our small regional businesses as they begin the daunting and difficult task of rebuilding post-Covid.

You will be spoilt for choice when considering your options for a weekend retreat. There is the busy and elegant market town of 1. Knutsford, the leafy village of 2. Tarporley, and the Roman walled city of 3. Chester, all offering an array of accommodation options from exclusive spa hotels to boutique Inns and luxury B and Bs. 4. The Vicarage at Cranage provides rustic charm in bucketloads while the 5. Edgar House Hotel in Chester allows exclusivity to all guests, with just seven bedrooms. For those looking for something a little bit different, why not visit the quirky 6. Wizards Thatch at Alderley Edge or the sumptuous 7. Cheshire Boutique Barns set in rolling countryside just outside Wrenbury?