Cheshire West and Chester

The unitary authority extends over 363 square miles of northwestern England, encompassing Chester, Ellesmere Port, Northwich, and numerous rural settlements in the region.

The area emerged in 2009 through the consolidation of Chester, Ellesmere Port and Neston, and Vale Royal districts under local government reorganization initiatives.

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 serves as the main transportation hub, processing 4.7 million passengers yearly with connections to major cities through Northern Trains and Transport for Wales.

The territory contains Britain's oldest rock salt mine in Winsford, which continues to supply the nation's road de-icing requirements and chemical manufacturing needs.

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: May 27, 2025 06:49