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Chesshyre Library

Chesshyre Library, founded in 1733 by Sir John Chesshyre, was one of the earliest free public libraries in England. It is now a meeting room attached to St Mary's Church Hall in Halton, Runcorn, Cheshire.

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The Castle
The big draw here is the spectacular views across Cheshire from atop Halton Hill and the cosy fireplaces in winter. The pub is teeming with history - the beer garden is within the grounds of Halton Castle and the pub itself is a former Georgian courthouse. Don't drink too many though or you may struggle to get back down the hill!
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Halton Hill
99 m high
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Halton Castle
One of only two Norman castles in Cheshire, Halton Castle sits atop Halton Hill near the geographical centre of the town. Only ruins of the castle survive, but there are widespread views from the top of the hill. Incorporated into the castle walls is 'The Castle' pub, which used to be a Georgian courthouse. The castle is only open to the public at special times of year but for the price of a pint the pub will let you in their beer garden and you'll have free rein of the castle.