Welcome to the Upper Weaver Valley - Crewe & Nantwich

The Upper Weaver Valley in the heart of rural Cheshire is one of the most delightful areas to visit throughout the year.

Bordering the historic city of Chester ideal for all that retail therapy, sit back and relax in the Upper Weaver Valley and enjoy a truly indulgent rural escape.

Whether you prefer walking along the picturesque canals and the rolling Cheshire Plains or relaxing in the village country pubs by the fire, exploring the characteristic charm of Nantwich or enjoying our many events and festivals the Upper Weaver Valley offers something for everyone to enjoy.

Cheshire's Year of Gardens 2008

Cheshire's Year of Gardens 2008, an exciting year long festival, will celebrate the rich dramatic heritage of the gardens and the fresh green environment in Cheshire. The passion for gardens is universal and attracts all ages. In Cheshire we have some of the finest examples in the world.

Cheshire has more gardens open to the public per head of population than anywhere else in the UK. In 2008 our neighbours in Liverpool celebrate a year as European Capital of Culture. In Cheshire we are launching Cheshire's Year of Gardens, the beginning of a programme to cherish, enhance and inspire, and bring to a wider audience the joys of our gardens, of all types and sizes, and the people who make them so distinctive. 2008 is just the start of an annual celebration, which will build on our huge variety of gardens and garden-related activity

Here are a few South Cheshire tasters for you:

Audlem Open Gardens Weekend - 21-22 June

Cholomondeley Fireworks Concert & Garden Party - 19 July

Something Beautiful at Combermere Abbey - 17 August

Cultural Festival '08 - 6-24 August

Or why not visit the boroughs delightful gardens attractions:

Cholmondeley Castle Gardens

Stapeley Water Garden & Palms Tropical Oasis

Bridgemere Garden World

For details on all of the above take a look at www.yearofgardens08.com or call Nantwich TIC for more information 01270 537359