English Heritage sites near Rainhill Parish
CHESTER ROMAN AMPHITHEATRE
16 miles from Rainhill 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
17 miles from Rainhill 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
20 miles from Rainhill 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
25 miles from Rainhill 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.
GOODSHAW CHAPEL
30 miles from Rainhill 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
32 miles from Rainhill 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.
Churches in Rainhill Parish
St Ann's
Warrington Rd
Rainhill
01514264666
https://stannsparishchurch.org.uk/
St Ann's is a traditional church which lies in the heart of the original village of Rainhill. We are friendly, welcoming church family, and are part of the deanery of St Helens.
Our vision
- To keep Christ at the centre of all we do.
- To being a church for all ages, and support our children as they grow.
- A place where every member feels valued and involved, and everyone feels they have a voice which will be heard.
To meet the team, and find out more about the church activities, please visit our website http://stannsparishchurch.org.uk
Pubs in Rainhill Parish
Bar Next Door
New wine bar in the village centre
Blundells Hill Golf Club
Blundells Hill Golf Club, Rainhill
Coach & Horses
Ritherup Lane, Rainhill, Rainhill, L35 4NZ
(0151) 426 8303
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Commercial Hotel
12 Station Road, Rainhill, Rainhill, L35 0LP
(0151) 430 8473
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Cookhouse Pub & Carvery
Village centre local with adjacent resturant and live music at weekends
Ex Servicemens Club
Ex Servicemens Club, Rainhill
Manor Farm
Previously a 17th century farm house that was converted from a working farm into a pub in 1977. Inside, it boasts an original well which still has fresh water inside of it. It still retains some other original features and has an excellent...
Rainhill Club
Rainhill Club, Rainhill
Rainhill Recreation Club
2 cask beers regularly available. Open weekends for visitors with cricket matches during the summer season. Near to Rainhill station.
Rocket
Warrington Road, Rainhill, Rainhill, L35 9JE
(0151) 271 5631
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Ship Inn
Warrington Road, Rainhill, Rainhill, L35 6PE
(0151) 426 4165
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Skew Bridge Alehouse
5 Dane Court, Rainhill, L35 4LU
(0151) 792 7906
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