As the days grow longer and the sun beams down, there’s nothing better than enjoying great food and drink al fresco. Whether you’re after a lazy weekend lunch, post-work drinks in the sun, or a caffeine fix with a view, Northwich has a fantastic range of cafés, bars and restaurants with outdoor seating to soak up the spring vibes.
#Northwich Does It Better
A North West InBloom Gold winning town, with huge character, an amazing sense of community and some of the biggest events in Cheshire.
Parks & Attractions
Take a stroll through Marbury Park, stumble across iconic engineering at Anderton Boat Lift (the “Cathedral of the Canals”) and find a town brimming with timber framed historic buildings.
Why Visit Northwich?
Huge events
Retail
Leisure
Food & Drink
Heritage
Northwich is in the heart of the Cheshire, at the confluence of the River Weaver & the River Dane
Hosting an Annual River Festival, which sees the town’s usually peaceful and gently flowing river transformed into a theatre of war and tribal rivalry.
Featured Events
If you’ve read this far, we’re hoping you spotted the three times we mentioned events – that’s because they’re some of the best events in Cheshire, and… the biggests ones are free!
Pina Colada Festival
Did you know, the musician Rupert Holmes was born in Northiwch? This legend is the creator of the Pina Colada song and each August our town converts into a tropical paradise in his honour.
3rd Saturday in August
Now Northwich
With the tagline ‘Expect the Unexpected’, we can’t really tell you much about this event as it changes every year. One thing we can say is that it’s pretty awesome, from giant astronauts roaming the streets, to a replica of the moon floating in the air, it will WOW you! We can’t say when it is… it’ll ruin the surprise.
A Christmas Extravaganza
You won’t believe what you’ll find when you visit Northwich for it’s HUGE light switch on event. It gets underway at 12pm, with an Ice Rink, as well as lots of free activities, a funfair and a mega parade finale.
Last Saturday in November
Latest News
Northwich Festival of Arts 2025: A Call to Creatives for a Month-Long Celebration
Organisers of the Northwich Festival of Arts are now inviting artists, performers, and creatives from all disciplines to contribute to this dynamic celebration by leading workshops, classes, and performances throughout the month.
Circus, Carnival and a world premiere bound for Northwich
Expect the unexpected as Now Northwich, a major free outdoor dance and street arts festival, returns to town on Saturday 3 May 2025.
Things to Do in Northwich This Easter
Looking for some brilliant ways to fill the Easter holidays? Whether you're entertaining little ones, planning family days out, or just making the most of springtime in Cheshire, Northwich has plenty to offer. From Pokémon hunts to pizza-making and boat trips, here’s...