English Heritage sites near Whitchurch Urban Parish

Beeston Castle and Woodland Park

BEESTON CASTLE AND WOODLAND PARK

11 miles from Whitchurch Urban 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.

Moreton Corbet Castle

MORETON CORBET CASTLE

12 miles from Whitchurch Urban Parish

The ruins of the medieval castle and Tudor manor house of the Corbets are dominated by the theatrical shell of an ambitious Elizabethan mansion wing in Italianate style.

Old Oswestry Hillfort

OLD OSWESTRY HILLFORT

17 miles from Whitchurch Urban Parish

The huge hillfort at Old Oswestry was probably the stronghold and principal settlement of an Iron Age tribe, with its 40 acres protected by formidable ramparts.

Haughmond Abbey

HAUGHMOND ABBEY

17 miles from Whitchurch Urban Parish

Extensive remains of Augustinian abbey, including abbots' quarters, refectory & cloister. Chapter house frontage with 12th & 14th century carving & statuary, timber roof c.1500. Displays, picnic area.

Chester Roman Amphitheatre

CHESTER ROMAN AMPHITHEATRE

17 miles from Whitchurch Urban 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 Whitchurch Urban 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.

Churches in Whitchurch Urban Parish

Whitchurch St Alkmunds

Church Street Whitchurch Shropshire
(01948) 667102
http://www.stalkmunds.com

Pubs in Whitchurch Urban Parish

Black Bear

High Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1AZ
(01948) 663800

The Black Bear is an eye catching black and white timbered building (dated 1662!) at the top of the High Street and opposite the church. The theme is continued inside with its low timber beams. There are several sections to the internal lay...
Bull's Head

24 Watergate Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1DP
(01948) 258293
thebullsheadwhitchurch.com/

This is a traditional local and is clean, comfortable, there is a warm and cosy feel about the place, and the staff do their best to make everyone welcome. It's interesting that Reverend James is available here as well as another outlet in...
Cock & Greyhound

20 Bargates, Whitchurch, SY13 1LL
None

The Greyhound re-opened in its new guise as the Cock & Greyhound in November 2014, closed for some time and happily re-opened in April 2019. Originally two rooms, the pub is now one long room with a central bar. The left hand side has upho...
Docket 33

33 High Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1AZ

Formerly a wine bar with real ale. Re-opened as Docket 33 a British restaurant in 2017. No real ale.
Dodington Lodge Hotel

Dodington, Whitchurch, SY13 1EN

A small Grade II Listed hotel on the outskirts of Whitchurch, originally built as a private house. You'll probably find one or two real ales on offer in its comfortable bar, which change. It has started holding annual Cider Festivals in Oct...
Fox & Goose

34 Green End, Whitchurch, SY13 1AA

The bar has an estimated 1200 bottles affixed to the ceiling! A planning application for change of use to shop/office is currently pending consideration by Shropshire Council (Aug 2014).
Horse & Jockey

Church Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1LB

Derelict after being gutted by fire in 2009. The cobbled car park is allegedly a listed feature. (Apr 2014)
Horse & Jockey

Grindley Brook, SY13 4QJ
(01948) 662723
thehorseandjockey.pub/

Situated on a bend of the busy A41 about a mile and a half from the centre of Whitchurch and just a few yards away from the Shropshire/Cheshire border. Perhaps unsurprisingly it is the Grindley Brook itself which marks the border at this po...
Macdonald Hill Valley Hotel

Tarporley Road, Whitchurch, SY13 4HA
(01948) 660700
macdonaldhotels.co.uk/our-hotels/north-e...

The Sports Bar is open to non-residents. The hotel's address is Tarporley Road, but it can be equally accessed from Terrick Road.
Old Eagles

13 Watergate, Whitchurch, SY13 1DP
(01948) 258841

Although unpretentious externally, this Grade II listed building is of significant local historical interest. English Heritage describe it as "a rare example of a medieval town house, particularly notable for its unusual [base-cruck] framed...
Old Mill

Park Avenue, Whitchurch, SY13 1SH

Located next to Jubilee Park, start (or end) point of Cheshire's Sandstone Trail. Previous owners bought the place in September 2012, and revived the former Rendezvous in the Park by converting the old mill into what the owners described as...
Old Town Hall Vaults

St Marys Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1QU
(01948) 664682
joulesbrewery.co.uk/our-taphouses/our-pu...

Having bought the pub from Marston's in 2008, Joule's carried out a refurbishment and reopened it in December 2012. With its panelled walls, open fires and memorabilia it now gives the feel of an updated, comfortable and relaxing traditiona...
Percy's Cafe Bar

Watergate Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1DW
07773 034749

Wow! You have never seen a place like this before. It’s an old 18th century coaching house, (formerly the Star Hotel) which is jam-packed with quirky and zany items - 2 vintage Harley-Davidson motorbikes, a moose head, an old jukebox, a 192...
Plume of Feathers

Whitchurch, SY13 1DJ

Demolished c2009
Railway Spice

Talbot Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1PU

Although we have it shown as a pub, this is because it is possible to visit and just buy a drink and use the very small bar. (But beware the very high proportionate cost of half a pint!) But in reality this is an Indian restaurant whose mai...
Red Cow

Pepper Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1BG
(01948) 664681

This pub is in an early 17th century listed building, which was remodelled in the early to mid 19th century. The low ceilings and timber framing is in evidence inside, although it's a fairly modern fireplace. Although by no means a large pu...
Red Lyon

46 High Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1BB

There are hints of former glories about this place, which is probably why it appealed to Wetherspoons. Unfortunately, since their ownership passed, Novo Investments, the current custodians have not displayed a sympathetic attitude towards i...
Reubens Bar & BBQ

7 Pepper Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1BG
None
reubensbarandbbq.com/

The Anchor is an old pub which has been comprehensively renovated in recent years. The result is a brighter more modern feel, making it a friendly and comfortable place to loiter. The bar is in the centre with a rectangle of three rooms sur...
Watergate

Watergate Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1DW
(01948) 664960

This is a large single-roomed "sports bar" divided into different parts, ranging from lounge style at one end to a games area at the other. But whatever your choice, you'll be able to view one of the many televisions. This is a lively place...
Wheatsheaf

19 Green End, Whitchurch, SY13 1AD
(01948) 667151

Reopened in January 2023 following substantial renovation with new furniture and a new bar top. The pub is a single room with a central bar. Four changing cask ales. Food and accommodation will follow later. Hours yet to be confirmed.
Whitchurch Cricket Club

Heath Road, Whitchurch, SY13 2AA
(01948) 663923

Sports club whose hours & popularity tend to revolve around cricket matches & televised sporting events. As it is sometimes hired out for private functions it is essential to check opening times before travelling. Former winner of the West...
White Bear

10 High Street, Whitchurch, SY13 1AR
(01948) 665040

Access to the White Bear is via a small courtyard just off the High Street. Although notionally all one room, there are at least half a dozen different areas, - some carpeted, some cosy, some with wood-burners, some quieter - that it would...