Cheshire West and Chester

Cheshire West and Chester is an administrative area in northwestern England that includes the historic city of Chester, the industrial town of Ellesmere Port, Northwich, and many smaller villages and rural communities. The territory spans rolling countryside with river valleys, combining older town centers with modern residential areas and green spaces.

This administrative area was created in 2009 when three former districts—Chester, Ellesmere Port and Neston, and Vale Royal—merged under England's local government reorganization. The consolidation aimed to streamline regional administration and improve service delivery across the combined territory.

The region maintains six Local Nature Reserves, including Burton Mill Wood and Helsby Quarry, which provide natural spaces for community activities and environmental education.

Chester railway station connects to major cities in the region, making travel straightforward for visitors arriving by train. The area has good road access, with parking readily available in town centers and villages throughout the region.

The area contains Britain's oldest rock salt mine at Winsford, which has operated for centuries and remains in use today for national supply needs. This working mine offers a glimpse into the region's geological and industrial heritage.

Location: Cheshire

Inception: 2009

Capital city: Chester

Shares border with: Cheshire East, Shropshire, Wrexham County Borough, Flintshire, Merseyside, Halton, Warrington

Website: https://cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.21300,-2.90200

Latest update: December 17, 2025 10:29