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ChesterTourist.com visits Nantwich Nantwich Nantwich lies in south Cheshire near Crewe is the second town in Cheshire to Chester. Nantwich still retains a number of half-timbered building despite the great fire of 1583, which destroyed a large part of the town. During the English Civil War Nantwich was the only town in Cheshire to declare on the side of parliament. The town was besieged by royalists and on the 25th January 1644 a great battle followed and the siege was lifted. This day is commemorated every year as Holly Holy Day. Today Nantwich is a pleasant market town which is well worth a visit. Dominating the centre of Nantwich is the superb 14th century town parish church of St. Mary's. Built of soft Cheshire stand stone with a unique octagonal tower. It is a jewel in the crown of Cheshire. You can enter the town via Welsh Row Crown Hotel Near the centre of Nantwich stands the Crown Hotel Crown Hotel High Street Nantwich CW5 5AS The Crown Hotel is a Grade II listed building based in the beautiful historical market town of Nantwich and has been a central feature of Nantwich for more than four hundred years. The Crown Hotel has been refurbished to offer every facility for today's modern traveller, whilst retaining many of the charming original features including oak beams and log fires. Extensive Bar menu and Brasserie Restaurant available daily. CAMRA Good Beer Guide member. Ideal location for Cheshire countryside; Chester; The Potteries and many other attractions. Nantwich Jazz Festival is held annually each Easter weekend. Free car parking and complimentary wi-fi connections. Click on the picture below to book online Crown Hotel The Pillory on Pillory Street Nantwich Museum Find out more about Cheshire Cheese making. Roman Salt Making. The English Civil War in Nantwich. Clock making in Nantwich. Famous finds. More... Memorial to the Great Fire of Nantwich 1583 Holly Holy Day Civil war Battle recreation celebrating the 'Battle of Nantwich' held every January in Nantwich www.hollyholyday.org.uk 'Ye Battle of Namptwiche' The battle of Nantwich has been re-enacted every year since 1973 on Holly Holy Day by the Sealed Knot on Mill Island in Nantwich. Troops enter the field. Lines are formed. An opening 'drake' cannon is fired. Opening Musket Volley. Push of Pike. Parliamentarian cannon behind the lines. Ready, Aim, Fire .... Nantwich Show www.nantwichshow.co.uk Nantwich Food and Drink Festival www.nantwichfoodfestival.co.uk Theatre Players Theatre Players Theatre Pillory Street Nantwich CW5 5BG 01270 624 556 info@nantwichplayers.com www.nantwichplayers.com Tickets available from Nantwich Tourist Office in the Civic Hall or ring 01270 610 983 All performances start 7:45pm (None on Sunday) www.nantwichplayers.com Restaurants La Vita Bella La Vita Bella Ristorante La Vita Bella Ristorante Warrington Road Little Leigh Cheshire CW8 4QT 0844 588 9075 01606 854880 www.lavitabellarestaurant.co.uk La Vita Bella Restaurant Cheshire Real Italian cuisine In the finest tradition of Italian culture and hospitality renowned around the world for its warmth, creative cuisine and excellent service we bring you our addition to Italy’s heritage. La Vita Bella! The beautiful Life! In Cheshire. Where we eat drink and are merry. We are here to ensure you have the very best experience in our beautiful Cheshire restaurant. Travel Tools Hertz Car Hire | Train Tickets | National Express Coaches | UK Car Rental | Ferry | Travel Insurance | Holiday Cottage [Page 189] T & C's | Hotels | B&B's | Apartments | Travel Hotels | On-Line Tickets | Free Brochure | Tours | Sitemap

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