Welcome to Northwich

Northwich is a town located in the heart of Cheshire, England. It is situated on the banks of the River Weaver and is known for its salt mining history. The town has a rich industrial heritage, and the salt industry has played a significant role in shaping its economy and culture. Today, Northwich is a bustling town with a vibrant community and a range of amenities and attractions.

One of the most notable features of Northwich is its salt mining history. The town was once a major center for salt production, and the industry played a crucial role in the local economy for centuries. Today, visitors can explore the town's salt mining heritage at the Lion Salt Works Museum, which offers a fascinating insight into the history of the industry and its impact on the local area.

In addition to its industrial heritage, Northwich is also home to a range of cultural and recreational attractions. The town has a thriving arts scene, with a number of galleries and performance spaces showcasing the work of local artists and performers. There are also plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, with several parks and nature reserves in the area, including the popular Marbury Country Park. Whether you're interested in history, culture, or outdoor pursuits, Northwich has something to offer everyone.

Local Schools

School	Details
Charles Darwin Community Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Adam Croft	Darwin Street Castle Northwich Cheshire CW8 1BN 0 160675194 School Website
Witton Church Walk C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kathryn Magiera	Church Walk Northwich Cheshire CW9 5QQ 01606663610 School Website
Sir John Deane's College Academy 16-19 Converter Ages:16-19 Head Teacher Mr Christopher Atherton	Monarch Drive Northwich CW9 8AF 1606810020 School Website
Victoria Road Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Suzanne Minor	Victoria Road Northwich Cheshire CW9 5RE 1606663061
Greenbank School Community Special School Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Mr Michael Mccann	Greenbank Lane Hartford Northwich Cheshire CW8 1LD 01606663820 School Website
St Nicholas Catholic High School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Craig Burns	Greenbank Lane Hartford Northwich Cheshire CW8 1JW 01606706000 School Website
St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Justine Mceniff	Greenbank Lane Hartford Northwich Cheshire CW8 1JW 01606663630 School Website
Winnington Park Community Primary And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Robin Cole	Firdale Road Firdale Park Winnington Northwich Cheshire CW8 4AZ 0 160674371 School Website
Oneschool Global Northwich Other Independent School Ages:7-18 Head Teacher Mrs Chloe O'mara	Hartford Manor Greenbank Lane Hartford Northwich Cheshire CW8 1HW 1606210320 School Website
Hartford Church Of England High School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Rachel Pickerill	Hartford Campus Chester Road Northwich Cheshire CW8 1LH 01606786000 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Greenbank Chester Road, Greenbank, Cheshire, CW8 4AS 0.82 Miles

Northwich Manchester Road, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 5LY 0.94 Miles

Hartford Chester Road, Hartford, Cheshire, CW8 1QX 1.86 Miles

Lostock Gralam Station Road, Lostock Gralam, Cheshire, CW9 7NU 2.01 Miles

Acton Bridge Station Road, Acton Bridge, Cheshire, CW8 2RE 3.57 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Chauffeur Driven Luxury Travel 07843 632735 4/Navigation House/Marine Approach, Northwich, Cheshire, CW8 1GG 0.05 Miles
Cheshire West Taxi 07501 036330 Chester Way, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 5JE 0.23 Miles
Able - K C P Travel 01606 782151 Verdin Av, Northwich, Cheshire, CW8 1AY 0.28 Miles
Aandy's Travel 01606 76949 12 Beswicks Road, Northwich, Cheshire, CW8 1AP 0.29 Miles
Reem Executive 07973 300800 Penrhyn Rd, Northwich, Cheshire, CW8 4BT 0.34 Miles
Jj's Taxis 01606 76262 9 Burnside Way, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 5AB 0.41 Miles
Zodiac Cars 01606 79922 5 Alfred St, Northwich, Cheshire, CW8 1DQ 0.59 Miles
M N Travel 07782 253232 16 William Street, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 7AE 0.85 Miles
Prestene Travel Ltd 01606 45909 29 Manchester Road, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 5LY 0.87 Miles
Leftwich Cars 01606 44231 54 Old Hall Rd, Northwich, Cheshire, CW9 8BJ 1.02 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Navigation Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Castle Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bull Ring Collection Today available until:18:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Bull Ring Business Box Collection Today available until:18:00 Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Bus Terminus No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Northwich Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Winnington Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
London Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Leicester Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Darwin Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Moss Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Northwich Delivery Office Business Box Collection Today available until:18:30 Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30
Northwich Delivery Office Pillar Box Collection Today available until:18:30 Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Northwich Delivery Office Pillar Box Collection Today available until:18:30 Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Londis Store No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Watling Street Surgery 01606 42452	Watling Street Surgery 2 Watling Street Northwich Cheshire CW9 5EX
Danebridge Medical Centre 01606 544544	Danebridge Medical Centre London Road Northwich Cheshire CW9 5HR
Wdp Northwich 0300 3034548	The Old Council House Church Road Northwich Cheshire CW9 5PD
Witton Street Surgery 01606 544850	Witton Street Surgery 162 Witton Street Northwich Cheshire CW9 5QU
Firdale Medical Centre 01606 544300	Firdale Medical Centre Firdale Road Northwich Cheshire CW8 4AZ

Local Stores

Northwich - Winnington District Cnt
53 Walker Road
NORTHWICH
Cheshire
CW8 4UD
01606 786669
Store Website
1.03 miles

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SPAR Davenham
Parkside Garage
London Road
Davenham
CW9 8NA
01606 359248
Store Website
1.7 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Cheshire Cardiology Ltd
The Old School House Chester Road Castle Northwich Cheshire CW8 1LE 01606 827188 admin@cheshirecardiology.com Website 0.37 miles

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Northwich Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit 1 Chester Way Retail Park Chester Way Northwich Cheshire CW9 5JF 01606 333450 northwich@vets4pets.com Website 0.49 miles
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Abbeycroft Veterinary Centre
38 Station Road Northwich Cheshire CW9 5RA 01606 40332 Website 0.73 miles

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Winnington Veterinary Centre Ltd
Unit 1B 39 Walker Road Winnington Northwich Cheshire CW8 4UD 01606 717969 info@winningtonvets.co.uk Website 1.02 miles
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Ark Veterinary Surgery
Kingsmead Square Regency Way Kingsmead Northwich Cheshire CW9 8UW 01606 810777 enquiries@arkvets.org.uk Website 1.08 miles
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Willows Veterinary Hospital
267 Chester Road Hartford Northwich Cheshire CW8 1LP 01606 723 207 hartfordhospital@willowsvetgroup.co.uk Website 1.20 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Marbury Country Park
Great Walk. The Whole Walk Can Be Done Off Lead. Budworth Lake Is Great For A Cool Off On A Hot Day. There Is A Pathed Area As Well As Walks Through The Trees. Parking Costs £1.50 For 3 Hours. Last Cast Cottage 7 Marbury Ln Northwich Lancashire CW9 6AS 1.69 miles

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Marbury Country Park
A Short, Circular Dog Friendly Walk In Marbury Country Park, Northwich, Cheshire. There Is A Good Network Of Paths Throughout The Park, With This Route Being Accessible. Once Part Of The Marbury Hall Estate, You Will Find Remaining Features Such As Lime Avenues, Large Open Lawns And Arboretum. CW9 6AT 1.77 miles The Park Is Located Off Marbury Lane, Signed From Junction 10 Of The M56 And Northwich Town Centre.

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Owely Wood
108 Owley Wood Rd Weaverham Northwich CW8 3JU 2.01 miles

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Dutton Locks
This Walk Is So Good For The Dog To Run Around, It's Pathed, And Also Through Fields. There Are Also Some Cute Places To Sit And Have A Picnic Or A Rest And Watch The Ducks Go By! The Dutton Locks Are Really Picturesque And There Are Lovely Views! 5 Cliff Rd Acton Bridge Northwich CW8 3QY 3.87 miles It'S Literally Along The A49, Park At The Leigh Arms Pub And Walk Along The Ship Canal!

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Delamere Forest Walk
Delamere Forest Park Is A Great Day Out With The 4 Legged Buddie. There Are Many Trails To Take, On And Off Road. There Are A Few Lakes Around, Also Picnic Area And Shop/Cafe For When You Need A Icecream And A Drink For The Dog. For More Info Check Out There Website. Http://Www.Forestry.Gov.Uk/Forestry/Infd-6Mhjxj 35 Station Rd Delamere Northwich CW8 2HU 6.24 miles

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Delamere Forest
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Through Delamere Forest, Northwich, Cheshire. On This Route, You Will Follow The Red Waymarked Blakemere Trail, Allowing You To Walk Among Mature Trees And Around Blakemere Moss. Delamere Forest Is The Largest Forest In Cheshire, With Many Walking Trails In The Forest. CW8 2HZ 6.53 miles Situated Approximately 10 Miles From The Outskirts Of Chester And Close To The M56. The Forest Park Is Well Sign-Posted From The A54, A556 And B5152.

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