Must See Sights and Landmarks in Runcorn Area

We've collected top 10 mentioned sights and landmarks in Runcorn from other articles such as The Crazy Tourist, Mapcarta, Signatures Liverpool.

Must See Sights and Landmarks in Runcorn Area

Liverpool Cathedral
Liverpool Cathedral
4.7 (8574 ratings)4.5 (8114 ratings)
Large 20th-century CofE place of worship with the world's highest Gothic arches and a viewing tower.
St James Mt, Liverpool, L1 7AZ, United Kingdom
CathedralSights & LandmarksChurchPlace of worshipVisitor centerCemeteriesSacred & Religious Sites
Mentioned by VisitLiverpool
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"The Anglican Cathedral is Britain's largest Cathedral and the 5th largest in Europe so you know it’s going to be something pretty special. Head inside to take in the cavernous space and stunning architecture or take a trip to the top of the tower for some of the best views over Liverpool. View this post on Instagram"
Mentioned by Wes Simpson Weddings
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"Take in 360˚ views of the city from the tower at Liverpool Cathedral which is 152m (500ft) above sea level. If you want to pop the question beneath the stars, head to the Cathedral on a Thursday for extended opening hours. It’s a view not to be missed."
Mentioned by Secret Liverpool
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"Head to the top of this Gothic church for unbelievable views of the city, all for free. Churches can be rather chilly so this gives you that movie moment where a jacket is offered to the chillier of the pair, opening up the possibility of a kiss."
Manchester Cathedral
Manchester Cathedral
4.6 (3266 ratings)4.5 (1207 ratings)
CofE building with 13th-century origins, chapel of the Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment and daily tours.
Victoria St, Manchester, M3 1SX, United Kingdom
CathedralSights & LandmarksChurchArchitectural BuildingsSacred & Religious SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Faraway Lucy
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"Standing proud since 1421 when Henry V signed a royal charter granting permission for a collegiate church to be built, the iconic Manchester Cathedral has survived world wars, bombings and the industrial revolution first hand. Admire the beautiful stained glass windows and carved ceilings as you wander around the building and listen to the sound of choristers and jazz that is often playing. If you want to learn more about the building there are guided tours every day at 11 am and 2 pm Monday to Saturday."
Mentioned by GPSmyCity
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"Manchester Cathedral has undergone extensive restoration works, both in the Victorian era and in recent years, following damage from the 1996 IRA bombing of the city centre. The cathedral has existed in some form on the site since medieval times, and holds artifacts that date back to Manchester’s existence as a Saxon settlement. The main body of this Gothic cathedral was originally constructed in the late 15th century, overseen by church warden James Stanley."
Mentioned by planetware.com
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"Perched on the banks of the River Irwell, Manchester Cathedral - officially the Cathedral and Collegiate Church of St. Mary, St. Denys, and St. George - dates mostly from 1422 to 1506 and was raised to cathedral status in 1847. Particularly attractive are its chapels on both sides of the nave and choir. It was built between 1486 and 1508 with further additions and alterations in almost every subsequent century."
Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral
Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral
4.6 (2378 ratings)4.5 (2791 ratings)
Circular building and Roman Catholic place of worship with works of art by contemporary artists.
Cathedral House, Mount Pleasant, Liverpool L3 5TQ, United Kingdom
CathedralSights & LandmarksChurchSacred & Religious Sites
Mentioned by Explore Liverpool
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"Officially known as the Metropolitan Cathedral of Christ the King, Located at Cathedral house is the amazing Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral. This Grade II building is the seat of the Archbishop of Liverpool and the mother church of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Liverpool. Known to locals as the “Catholic Cathedral”, other nicknames for the building include “Paddy’s Wigwam”, “The Pope’s Launching Pad”, and “The Mersey Funnel”."
Mentioned by Penguin and Pia
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"If you think you’ve seen all styles of cathedrals throughout your travels, think again!. The Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral has been nicknamed by locals as “Paddy’s Wigwam”, and when you first lay eyes on it you’ll understand why. The architect who designed this unique cathedral won an international competition in 1962 and the building was completed and opened in 1967."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
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"Known colloquially as Paddy's Wigwam, Liverpool's Catholic cathedral is a mightily impressive modern building that looks like a soaring concrete teepee, hence its nickname. It was completed in 1967 according to..."
St George's Hall Liverpool
St George's Hall Liverpool
4.7 (2578 ratings)4.5 (1456 ratings)
Lavishly appointed civic venue with an on-site cafe, a heritage centre and spaces for events.
St George's Pl, Liverpool, L1 1JJ, United Kingdom
Heritage buildingSights & LandmarksEvent venueHistorical landmarkWedding venueArchitectural Buildings
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
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"Liverpool's most impressive building is the Grade I–listed St George's Hall, a magnificent example of neoclassical architecture that is as imposing today as it was when it was completed in 1854. Curiously, it was... Top ChoiceMuseum in Liverpool"
Chester Cathedral
Chester Cathedral
4.7 (5040 ratings)4.5 (4676 ratings)
Medieval cathedral, built in 1092, with tours of the 216-step tower plus a refectory cafe and shop.
St Werburgh St, Chester, CH1 2DY, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by Chester Taxi Services
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"Chester Cathedral is an excellent example of an English monastic church as it heavily focuses on the New Red Sandstone during the structure’s construction. As a result, it resulted in a more pinkish tone on the inside and outside the cathedral. You can also opt to take a tour of the cathedral, do pay special attention to the stained glass windows, also referred to by many as the West Window."
Staircase House
Staircase House
4.5 (166 ratings)
Stockport, SK1 2AH, UK
BuildingSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Victoria Baths
Victoria Baths
4.7 (732 ratings)4.5 (202 ratings)
Edwardian-era swimming & Turkish bath facility with an ornate, restored interior used for events.
Hathersage Rd, Manchester, M13 0FE, United Kingdom
Heritage buildingSights & LandmarksEvent venueHistoric Sites
The Beatles Pier Head
The Beatles Pier Head
4.7 (3128 ratings)4.5 (930 ratings)
Popular, bronze statues of the four Beatles created by sculptor Andy Edwards & unveiled in 2015.
Pier Head, Liverpool, L3 1BY, United Kingdom
SculptureSights & LandmarksMonumentMonuments & Statues
Mentioned by BASE Serviced Apartments
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"The Beatles Statue at Liverpool Pier head is definitely Instagram worthy. Get a photo with these larger than life size figures and look like you’re part of the fab four. The Beatles Statue is only a 10 minute walk from our Cumberland and Sir Thomas Street locations."
Mentioned by IconInc
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"If Liverpool is known for one thing, it’s the Beatles (and let’s not forget Anfield). Just behind the Mersey Ferry Terminal, there’s a sculpture of the Beatles going for a walk. Stand beside them and pretend you are on a walk with them to get the perfect shot."
Town Hall
Town Hall
4.5 (14 ratings)4 (48 ratings)
Sankey St, Warrington, WA1 1UH, United Kingdom
City HallSights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsGovernment Buildings
Mentioned by CheshireLive
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"Warrington Town Hall was built in 1750, and listed as a Grade I building nearly 200 years later, in 1949. The hall consists of a country house designed by James Gibbs for Thomas Patten - originally called Bank Hall - with two detached wings, all of which are listed. THe Patten family were highly respected merchants in Warrington, having made the River Mersey passable from Runcorn to Bank Quay, and owning a copper smelting factory."
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"Constructed in 1750, Warrington’s graceful Town Hall was originally a mansion known as Bank Hall. This Palladian residence, with a pediment sporting the coat of arms of the Pattens, was built for Thomas Patten, whose family was in the copper smelting business. Bank Hall was sold to Warrington Borough Council by John Wilson-Patten 1870 and its grounds became Warrington’s first public park."
Alan Turing Memorial
Alan Turing Memorial
4.5 (995 ratings)4.5 (54 ratings)
Bronze statue of the notable mathematician and early computer scientist in a leafy square.
Sackville Park, Fairfield St, Manchester M1 3HB, United Kingdom
SculptureSights & LandmarksMonuments & Statues
Mentioned by BeeLoved City
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"Alan Turing Statue is also a very important LGBTQ landmark in Manchester. It’s located in Sackville Gardens, just behind the Gay Village. Alan Turing was a computer scientist and mathematician best known for his work on Enigma (German encrypting machine) during WWII."

Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Runcorn

Woolston Park
Woolston Park
4.5 (141 ratings)4 (12 ratings)
Somerset Way, Woolston, Warrington WA1 4LN, United Kingdom
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Mentioned by Trip101
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"Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. Tucked away from Warrington’s main town centre, where you will find all your standard high street shops and some small independent boutiques too, you will find Woolston Park. A wonderful way to spend a Sunday morning or sunny weekday after work, Woolston Park is a much-loved spot by local people."
Chester Cathedral Falconry and Nature Gardens
Chester Cathedral Falconry and Nature Gardens
4.7 (439 ratings)5 (514 ratings)
Attraction featuring flying displays & hands-on experiences with falcons & other birds of prey.
9 Abbey Square, Chester, CH1 2HU, United Kingdom
Nature & ParksNature & Wildlife Areas
Lunt Meadows Nature Reserve
Lunt Meadows Nature Reserve
4.5 (105 ratings)5 (7 ratings)
Lunt Meadows Nature Reserve, Lunt Village, near Crosby. Lunt, L29 7WL, United Kingdom
Nature preserveNature & ParksForestsNature & Wildlife Areas
Mentioned by Kev's Best
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"Lunt Meadows Nature Reserve is a place brimming in an abundance of the many wildlife that you can find in this area. A nature reserve consisted of wetlands and tillable land, this is certainly the best place to be closer to nature with the thriving population of different birds and water voles. From spot marsh harriers, barn owls, sparrowhawks and peregrine falcons, as well as, lapwings, redshank, dunlin and oystercatchers you would certainly feel amazed exploring the place and the wildlife known in the area."
Mentioned by The Guide Liverpool
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"Nestling alongside the River Alt, Lunt Village is home to this peaceful haven of wildlife and tranquility. You’ll find an assortment of inhabitants at this bird-watching site; from water birds to barn owls, geese and kestrels, as you make your way around signposted paths at this wonderful wetland nature reserve. Further details here"
Mentioned by Liverpool and Beyond
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"A post shared by Miš Lov (@mish_lov) on Jul 16, 2018 at 8:07am PDT. Lunt Meadows is a little-explored, quiet wetland reserve perfect for kids, walkers, and twitchers. There’s even a chance to explore an active archegonial site, woodlands, and go for a stroll along the banks of the River Alt."

Top Best French Restaurants in Runcorn

Café Rouge - Cheshire Oaks
Café Rouge - Cheshire Oaks
4.1 (869 ratings)
Chain bistro for French classics from croque-monsieurs to mussels in a retro Parisian setting.
Unit 22A & 22B Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet, Ellesmere Port, CH65 9JJ, United Kingdom
French restaurantBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantVegan restaurant
Adam Reid at The French
Adam Reid at The French
4.7 (221 ratings)
Modern British food by chef Adam Reid.
16 Peter St, Manchester, M60 2DS, United Kingdom
French restaurantFine dining restaurant
Mentioned by One-Manchester
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"If gorgeous food, a fine dining experience and an environment steeped in history are your thing, then make The French your next restaurant of choice. Based within Manchester’s grand Midland Hotel, The French became one of the first UK restaurants to be awarded the honour of a Michelin-star. Since reopening in 2013, and again undergoing refurbishment in 2016, the restaurant has made rapid progress towards once again becoming one of the finest eating destinations in the country."
Mentioned by Manchester’s Finest
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"The flagship fine dining restaurant at The Midland Hotel is Manchester’s long-standing answer to Haute cuisine. Now under the Manchester-born chef Adam Reid, winner of the BBC’s prestigious Great British Menu, who has brought The French a new sense of youth. Despite the name, The French focuses on British food using local ingredients and native flavours such as Beef Dripping, Rhubarb and Lancashire cheese."
Mentioned by Manchester Evening News
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"Chef-Patron Adam Reid is no stranger to fine dining and has worked in many Michelin-starred restaurants during his career. He even scooped the dessert top spot on BBC’s Great British Menu, with his signature dish Golden Empire. Diners at The French can expect the same creativity from Adam with the menu putting his stamp on modern British cuisine."
Bistro Pierre
Bistro Pierre
4.4 (510 ratings)
Bouillabaisse and coq au vin in low-ceilinged room with exposed brick walls and rustic wood tables.
14 Button St, Liverpool, L2 6PS, United Kingdom
French restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Liverpool Echo
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"Keep an eye out for this one - if you blink you might miss it. The French restaurant can be found in Liverpool’s Cavern Quarter near Mathew Street and serves up authentic French food in a bistro style. The menu changes weekly to make most of the seasonal produce available, so you can go as many times as you’d like and never tire of the menu."

Churches and Cathedrals in Runcorn

St Michael & All Angels Church
St Michael & All Angels Church
4.4 (47 ratings)4.5 (25 ratings)
Market Pl, Macclesfield, SK10 1DY, United Kingdom
Anglican churchSights & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
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"At the top, look inside St Michael’s Church, which commands the Market Place and can be seen across the town. Although the church was almost completely rebuilt at the start of the 20th century it is highly regarded for its two historic chapels. Here you’ll encounter what is considered to be Cheshire’s richest collection of alabaster effigies, produced in the 16th and 17th centuries for the Legh and Savage families."
The Wesley Church Centre
The Wesley Church Centre
5 (9 ratings)5 (9 ratings)
Red-brick Methodist church also housing a fair-trade cafe and shop, alongside a community centre.
St John St, Chester, CH1 1DA, United Kingdom
Methodist churchSights & LandmarksCafeChurchCommunity centerPlaygroupChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by food.list.co.uk
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"The Church is housed within a beautifully converted former church and retains much of its original charm. The venue features a charming Gallery Restaurant, a breezy terrace and bellini bar."
Holy Trinity C Of E Church
Holy Trinity C Of E Church
4.6 (13 ratings)4.5 (3 ratings)
Market Gate, Sankey St, Warrington WA1 1XG, United Kingdom
ChurchSights & LandmarksCoffee shopChurches & Cathedrals

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Runcorn

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