English Heritage sites near Elton Parish
CHESTER ROMAN AMPHITHEATRE
7 miles from Elton Parish
The largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain, used for entertainment and military training by the 20th Legion, based at the fortress of 'Deva' (Chester).
CHESTER CASTLE: AGRICOLA TOWER AND CASTLE WALLS
7 miles from Elton Parish
The original gateway to Chester Castle, this 12th-century tower houses a chapel with exceptionally fine wall-paintings of c. 1220, rediscovered in the 1980s.
BEESTON CASTLE AND WOODLAND PARK
11 miles from Elton Parish
If you’re planning a family day out in Cheshire, then a visit to Beeston Castle in Tarporley fits the bill perfectly. This 'Castle of the Rock' is famous for its spectacular views.
SANDBACH CROSSES
20 miles from Elton Parish
The two massive Saxon stone crosses, elaborately carved with animals and Biblical scenes including the Nativity of Christ and the Crucifixion, dominate the cobbled market square of Sandbach.
OLD OSWESTRY HILLFORT
29 miles from Elton Parish
The huge hillfort at Old Oswestry was probably the stronghold and principal settlement of an Iron Age tribe, with its 40 acres protected by formidable ramparts.
MORETON CORBET CASTLE
33 miles from Elton Parish
The ruins of the medieval castle and Tudor manor house of the Corbets are dominated by the theatrical shell of an ambitious Elizabethan mansion wing in Italianate style.
No churches found in Elton Parish
Pubs in Elton Parish
Rigger
Fairly modern open-plan village community pub with one main bar. Large grass area between pub and road.
Reopened Autumn 2019. One handpump but currently unused.
Wheelwright Arms
Friendly multi-roomed pub served by a central bar. Comfortable leather banquette seating inside and picnic tables outside. Tall customers need to beware of the low-beamed ceiling doorways. Up to three changing ales were on offer before lock...