English Heritage sites near Simonswood Parish
CHESTER CASTLE: AGRICOLA TOWER AND CASTLE WALLS
22 miles from Simonswood 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.
CHESTER ROMAN AMPHITHEATRE
22 miles from Simonswood Parish
The largest Roman amphitheatre in Britain, used for entertainment and military training by the 20th Legion, based at the fortress of 'Deva' (Chester).
BEESTON CASTLE AND WOODLAND PARK
27 miles from Simonswood 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.
GOODSHAW CHAPEL
28 miles from Simonswood Parish
English Heritage's only Nonconformist place of worship, this atmospheric Baptist chapel displays a complete set of box-pews, galleries and pulpit dating from c. 1742 to 1809.
WHALLEY ABBEY GATEHOUSE
28 miles from Simonswood Parish
The 14th century gatehouse of the nearby Cistercian abbey, which was the second wealthiest monastery in Lancashire. The first floor of the gatehouse was probably a chapel.
SANDBACH CROSSES
32 miles from Simonswood 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.
No churches found in Simonswood Parish
No churches found in Simonswood Parish