Attractions and Places to Visit in Crewe

Crewe may be best known for its railway heritage, but the town and its surroundings offer a variety of attractions and places worth exploring. Visitors can learn about its industrial past at local museums and heritage centers, or enjoy the outdoors in beautifully maintained parks and green spaces ideal for walks, picnics, and family activities.

The town also has a lively cultural scene, with theaters and galleries showcasing performances, exhibitions, and community events. Just beyond Crewe, the Cheshire countryside invites day trips to stately homes, historic gardens, and charming villages. Whether you’re interested in history, nature, or the arts, Crewe provides a mix of experiences that combine its proud heritage with the warmth of modern community life.

Crewe Heritage Centre

The Crewe Heritage Centre is home to a 600 metre long, 18.5cm (7.25”) gauge Miniature Railway which takes visitors on an exciting journey around the Heritage Centre. You can catch the train from one of two stations ‘Crewe Old Works’ and ‘Spider Bridge’.

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Lion Salt Works

The Lion Salt Works is a restored historic open-pan salt making site, in the village of Marston, close to Northwich. The site lies adjacent to the Trent and Mersey Canal, close to Weaver Hall Museum and Workhouse, and the historic Anderton Boat Lift.

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Crewe Lyceum Theatre

Crewe Lyceum Theatre is a historic Edwardian theatre, with a fabulous programme of top-name comedians, live music, drama and much more.
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