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The Chimneys Hooton Green, Hooton, Ellesmere Port, CH66 5ND Tel. 0151 327 5587 Set in an intriguing corner of Cheshire, The Chimneys at Hooton Green offers grand surroundings in which to enjoy great food and sample fine ales. The village of Hooton Green is every bit as charming as it sounds and situated in an area full of country parks and a rich heritage waiting to be discovered. One look at the distinctive roofline of The Chimneys will confirm that it is well named. And with so many chimney stacks, you can be sure of open fires and the same warm welcome once enjoyed by the RAF pilots who were billeted here during World War II. A fully functional Anderson Shelter at the pub is a lasting reminder of its wartime legacy. The roar of spitfires and hurricanes overhead may have long been silenced but much remains of the nearby ex-610 Squadron Hooton Park airfield which has played a vital role in British aviation since the early part of the 20th century. The Hooton Park Trust is at the centre of the ongoing preservation of the hangars which are home to historic aircraft exhibits and classic motor vehicles. There are many attractions within a very short drive, ranging from the ever popular Chester Zoo, whose exotic residents will fascinate visitors of all ages, to Wirral Country Park, which is home to badgers and foxes. Home to over 1,000 species of birds, Rivacre Valley Nature Reserve covers 400 acres of woodlands and wildflower meadows around the Rivacre Brook. Its oak and birch woods provide a haven for wildlife all year round. Look out for foxes and weasels hunting through the brambles for wood mice and frogs, and old hay meadows provide a spectacular sea of wild flowers in summer. Accommodation is available at the inn. For details on more attractions around The Chimneys at Hooton Green and other ideas for days out in the area, visit www.vintageinn.co.uk/thechimneyshooton For a great day out, why not... • Take a look round the fascinating historic Hooton Park Airfield within walking distance of the pub. • Drop in for an early lunch at The Chimneys. • Suitably refreshed, while away the day wandering around the amazing exhibits at Chester Zoo. 9
The Frozen Mop Faulkners Lane, Mobberley, Knutsford, WA16 7AL This fine old village pub is nestled in the scenic Cheshire town of Mobberley, just a few miles from the dramatic sandstone scenery of Alderley Edge to the East and the quaint cobbled streets of Knutsford to the West. Ask locals how the pub got its unusual name and no two people will give you the same answer. Some tell you the story of a cleaner who used to let her lover know the coast was clear by leaving a mop outside at night. Others claim a local rugby team used to jog past the same frozen mop week after week in the winter, and soon started referring to their favourite pub as The Frozen Mop. Either way, it’s a beautiful old Cheshire pub set in a timeless village. Steeped in history, Mobberley, or Motburlege as it was known then, is mentioned in the Doomsday Book. These days, its most popular event is the Mobberley Rose Queen Festival, which is held on the first Saturday in June every year. The Festival was started by a schoolgirl in 1922 and gets the whole village involved in dancing, fancy dress, the ever-popular Village Wedding and the retinue for the Rose Queen. The Frozen Mop is ideal for anyone who loves fine food, walking or idyllic country retreats. It’s also a short drive from some of the area’s most intriguing historic sites, including Tatton Park, Quarry Bank Mill and Nether Alderley, a fascinating watermill dating from the 15th century, that’s one of the National Trust’s smallest properties. Plus, if you’re a golfer, you’re minutes from the 6,635 yards of fine parkland golf at Wilmslow Golf Club For details on more attractions around The Frozen Mop at Mobberley and other ideas for days out in the area, visit www.vintageinn.co.uk/thefrozenmopmobberley Soak up the local area… • Jump in the car and you’re just a scenic drive away from some of the area’s best historic sites, including the glorious 19th century deer park of Tatton and the industrial heritage site of Quarry Bank Mill. • If you love romantic scenery, Alderley Edge’s red sandstone escarpment has some of the area’s most impressive views, as well as being rich in ancient history and local folklore. • Golfers can tee off at the famous Wilmslow Golf Club just a few miles down the road. Founded in 1889, this fine parkland course has hosted major professional tournaments. 10
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