Widnes, Industrial town in Halton, England
The town stands on the northern bank of the River Mersey, forming part of the Liverpool Urban Area within the administrative region of Halton.
The settlement transformed into a chemical manufacturing center during the Industrial Revolution after John Hutchinson established a factory in 1847.
The Catalyst Science Discovery Centre presents exhibitions about the chemical heritage through interactive displays and educational programs for visitors.
The Mersey Gateway Bridge connects the town to Runcorn, providing direct access routes to Liverpool and Manchester for residents and businesses.
The town name originates from Danish linguistic roots, with historical records showing variations including Vidnes and Wydness in ancient documents.
Location: Halton
GPS coordinates: 53.36469,-2.72833
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:34
Silver Jubilee Bridge
2.1 km
Mersey Gateway Bridge
2.3 km
Runcorn Railway Bridge
2.1 km
Catalyst Science Discovery Centre
1.5 km
Wigg Island
2.5 km
St Luke's Church, Farnworth
2.2 km
The Brindley
2.7 km
St Michael's Church, Ditton
2.2 km
All Saints Church, Runcorn
2.4 km
St Mary's Church, Widnes
1.8 km
St Bede's Church, Widnes
732 m
Bridgewater House
2.7 km
St Marie's Church, Widnes
268 m
Holy Trinity Church, Runcorn
2.5 km
Carnegie Library, Runcorn
2.6 km
Widnes-Runcorn Transporter Bridge
2.1 km
Widnes Town Hall
378 m
Old Quay Bridge
2.3 km
Widnes War Memorial
1.1 km
Gossages Tower
1.5 km
Former Widnes Corporation Bus Depot
648 m
Former Church of St Pius X and attached campanile
1.8 km
Former transporter bridge power house
1.9 km
Electricity Sub-Station
2.5 km
Mersey Locks St Helens Canal
1.4 km
Wayside Pulpit to Church of St Mary
1.8 km
Standing cross in St Luke's churchyard, Farnworth, beside the south porch
2.2 km
Appleton War Memorial, Widnes
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