English Heritage sites near Whitley Parish

Beeston Castle and Woodland Park

BEESTON CASTLE AND WOODLAND PARK

14 miles from Whitley 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.

Sandbach Crosses

SANDBACH CROSSES

15 miles from Whitley 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.

Chester Roman Amphitheatre

CHESTER ROMAN AMPHITHEATRE

15 miles from Whitley 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

16 miles from Whitley 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.

Goodshaw Chapel

GOODSHAW CHAPEL

32 miles from Whitley 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.

Peveril Castle

PEVERIL CASTLE

33 miles from Whitley Parish

Founded soon after 1066 by William Peverel, one of William the Conqueror's most trusted knights, Peveril Castle offers breathtaking views of the Peak District from its position high above Castleton.

Churches in Whitley Parish

St Luke

Street Lane Lower Whitley
01925 730158
http://www.parishof.org

An attractive Grade 2* listed building dating from the 16th Century.

Particular features are the intrically carved hammer beam roof and the lych gate.

 

The regular pattern of services is shown under "Services and Events"

When there is a fifth Sunday in the month there is a joint Parish service at one of the three churches in our parish.

Please contact the Vicar for details.

Pubs in Whitley Parish

Birch & Bottle

Northwich Road, Higher Whitley, WA4 4PH
(01925) 730756
changnoi.co.uk

Country pub now converted to a Thai restaurant but retaining the public bar area for drinkers. Focus on local beer. Takeaway food available.
Chetwode Arms

Street Lane, Lower Whitley, WA4 4EN
(01925) 640044
chetwode-arms.co.uk/

Picturesque 17th century Grade II listed inn retaining many original internal features with interesting modern decorating. The menu includes exotic meats of South African origin and specializes in the Hot Rock method of serving steaks. Ther...