areas within Cheshire
| Alderley Edge | Congleton | Macclesfield | Stalybridge |
| Altrincham | Frodsham | Nantwich | Wilmslow |
| Chester | Knutsford | Sandbach | Winsford |
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Beautiful countryside, historical towns and footballers.
Living in Cheshire
Cheshire is a pleasant and much sought after place to live and, with its country estates, modern houses and wealthy business community, has never been more fashionable.
Cheshire boasts some of the countrys most delightful countryside and idyllic villages in which to live, yet is close to the North Wests two great cities of Manchester and Liverpool.
It is said that more millionaires live in the county than in any other in the United Kingdom, and it is well known for being home to footballers and their wives/girlfriends.
In smart enclaves such as Wilmslow, Hale and Prestbury a shortage of stock is keeping the market hungry.
These established residential areas in attractive surroundings exhibit strong population growth, have outstanding local education, good proximity to airports and motorways, fast rail links to London and decent shops.
While it may revel in its reputation as the Champagne capital of Britain, Alderley Edge enjoys a charming village atmosphere. Between the restaurants and bars, there are traditional bakers, butchers and the monthly Farmers' Market.
Chester, the county town of Cheshire is often regarded as Britain's most outstanding "black and white" city, on account of the large number of half-timbered medieval buildings which survive in its centre.
Chester has a buoyant housing market with a substantial amount of new building in progress. It continues to be a hot-spot for developers, with the main focus on the regeneration of derelict inner city sites.
If Cheshire's out of your price bracket, take a look at Stoke-on-Trent in neighbouring Staffordshire, with some of the cheapest properties in the country. Not for long though, with optimistic estate agents already calling Stoke "Cheshire borders".
Transport
By road Main motorway links to Chester and Cheshire are through the M6, M56 and M53.
The nearest airports to Chester and Cheshire are Manchester International and Liverpool John Lennon.
Intercity rail services operate to a number of Cheshire towns, including Macclesfield and Wilmslow.
Cheshire Journey Planner: www.cheshire.gov.uk/TRIPlanner provides timetable information for bus services beginning or ending in Cheshire, as well as national timetables for Rail & National Express.
History and culture
Macclesfield is famed for its canal; constructed in 1826, it is one of the last narrow canals to be built. The route of the canal was surveyed by Thomas Telford, and construction was engineered by William Crosley.
Today the canal is used for leisure purposes, and is part of the Cheshire Ring, which is a popular cruising circuit.
Chester has the UK's biggest zoo, with over 5,000 animals living in spacious, natural surroundings, set in 80 acres. Visit the website at: www.chesterzoo.org.
For further information visit Cheshire County Council www.cheshire.gov.uk Chester City Council http://www.chester.gov.uk/
Most of the large Cheshire towns have good shopping centres, and if you fancy a change from shopping, Chester and Cheshire have many parks and green spaces in which to unwind.
view the 10 most recently added properties for sale in Cheshire
2 bedroom house in Byrom Street, Hale, Cheshire, Manchester - Asking price of £210,000
Competitively priced terraced within a stroll of hale village. A superb opportunity for 1st time buyers/buy to let investors. Recent activity on this and other neighbouring streets confirms that...... view full details
2 bedroom house in Cromer Road, Cheshire, Sale, Manchester - Asking price of £235,000
detached bungalow...more info to follow... view full details
5 bedroom house in Cavendish Road, Bowdon, Greater Manchester, Altrincham, Manchester - Asking price of £1,100,000
This extensive detached property comprises an entrance hallway, three reception rooms, kitchen plus utility room and shower room to the ground floor. The first floor benefits from five bedrooms,...... view full details
3 bedroom house in Westminster Way, Dukinfield - Asking price of £195,000
This well proportioned, three bedroom Detached Property comes on to the market in good decorative order and enjoys a larger than average size garden plot on the ever popular Richmond Park...... view full details
3 bedroom house in East Road, Stalybridge - Asking price of £139,950
A traditional bay fronted semi-detached house standing on a generous sized plot with feature raised timber deck, large driveway and garage. The accommodation is warmed throughout by gas central...... view full details
3 bedroom house in Cemetery Road, Crewe - Asking price of £350,000
An outstanding example of an extensively refurbished detached family home within tranquil village locality double glazed, gas fired heating, high quality fixtures and fittings entrance...... view full details
4 bedroom house in Moorland Avenue, Cheshire, Sale, Manchester - Asking price of £250,000
A beautifully presented four bedroom semi-detached found on an attractive cul-de-sac on the Lakes Estate. Warmed by gas central heating and UPVc double glazing, the accommodation comprises;...... view full details
3 bedroom house in Beech Road, Cheshire, Sale, Manchester - Asking price of £179,000
A pleasant three bedroom semi-detached in a popular location close to many local amenities. Warmed by gas central heating and UPVc double glazing, briefly the accommodation comprises; entrance...... view full details
3 bedroom house in Chapel Street, Dukinfield - Asking price of £149,950
This deceptive, three bedroom, Semi Detached has recently undergone a comprehensive refurbishment programme and offers off road car parking with attached garage to the rear of the property. ...... view full details
