Art & Culture

Hazlehurst Studios

Hazlehurst Studios is a creative hub in the heart of Runcorn and is home to local artists and makers. The artists run a series of workshops throughout the year, from jewellery making, to pottery painting. It is worth checking out and booking on to learn a new skill...

Halton Stadium

The DCBL Halton Stadium, Widnes is owned and run by Halton Borough Council. It is the home of the famous Widnes Vikings Rugby League team and Widnes FC. However, it is more than just a match. The Stadium has a number of function rooms that make it the perfect venue...

Lewis Carroll Centre

An attraction dedicated to the famous writing and work of the famous, local author. Visitors can take a self-guided walk around ‘The Birthplace’ of Lewis Carroll. Carroll’s birthplace is marked by the National Trust, wander Woodland Trust's Lewis Carroll Centenary...

Spike Island

The man-made island at the centre of Britain’s chemical industry hosted the Stone Roses’ 1990 gig which ‘defined a generation’. Go and explore the island with its footpaths, cycle paths, canal walks, woodland and wetlands. Take in the views of the River Mersey or also...

The Brindley Theatre

Opened in 2004 this multi-purpose, state-of-the-art Theatre and Arts Centre. With a 420 seat Theatre, 108 seats Studio venue, Gallery and Terrace Cafe overlooking the Bridgewater Canal. The award-winning cultural hub is currently being re-imagined with plans for a...

The Studio

Based in Widnes, hosting Live Music events along with offering rehearsal rooms and recording studio, fostering talent and promoting events also nod to the original vibrancy of music at The Queens Hall 

VR Warehouse Ltd

This is the perfect place to try virtual reality games, you can put on a VR headset and immerse yourself in a game of your choice. There are also two racing seats set up with a VR headset as well as a motion simulator where you can experience the thrill of roller...