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Cheshire West Wins Gold at Britain in Bloom North West, and Six Parks Win Their Own
Cheshire West won Gold for its whole-borough entry at the 2026 North West in Bloom awards. Six parks won Gold too, and 18 volunteer groups were graded.
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Frodsham
Frodsham Solar Farm Approved: 134MW in the Green Belt
The government has approved Frodsham Solar, a 134MW farm with batteries beside the wind farm, despite Green Belt harm. Legal challenges run to about 8 December.
Parks
North West in Bloom Gold for Cheshire West and Six Parks
Cheshire West won Gold for its whole-borough entry at North West in Bloom 2026, with Gold for six parks including Westminster Park. Every group's result here.
Neston
Neston Library Agatha Christie Exhibition Opens 30 October
A British Library Agatha Christie display opens at Neston Library on 30 October. Ann Cleeves's new murder mystery is on 4 November, £10. Dates and tickets.
Parks
Chester Playgrounds and Parks for Children
We list 14 playgrounds in and around Chester, from Grosvenor Park to Marbury Country Park, with equipment, toilets, cafes and parking. Checked October 2026.
Walks
Walks Near Chester: 10 Routes Worth Pulling Your Boots On For
We list 10 walks near Chester with distance, parking and toilets, from the free city walls to Delamere Forest and the Wirral Way. Checked October 2026.
Frodsham
Frodsham Weather: 7-Day Forecast and Today's Hourly Outlook
Frodsham weather today: fog, 9°C by day and 3°C overnight, with a 0% chance of rain and winds up to 6 mph. Seven-day forecast, updated every morning.
Food & Drink
The Best Restaurants in Chester: 12 Tables Inside the Walls and Beyond
We checked 12 Chester restaurants, from Noted on Bridge Street to Sticky Walnut in Hoole, for prices, opening hours and hygiene ratings. Updated October 2026.
Frodsham
Frodsham Town Council: 12 Seats Recommended, 4 Wards Stay
Officers now recommend cutting Frodsham Town Council to 12 seats but keeping all four wards, though the town council has changed its mind on the review.
Business
Frodsham Tandoori owner calls liquidation vote for 19 August
The company behind Frodsham Tandoori meets creditors on 19 August to vote on winding up. The food register already lists a new Thai name at 25 High Street.
Bins
Chester Tip Opening Times: 8am to 4pm, Northwich Shut to 20 Nov
Northwich tip is shut 2 to 20 November for repairs; Winsford is the nearest open site. Every Cheshire West tip's winter hours, plus the plate registration you need.