Weston Cross

The cross stands on the edge of Frodsham like something time forgot to move on from. It's a proper medieval marker - the kind of thing that medieval travellers used to navigate by, and honestly, it's still doing that job today. The stone itself is weathered but unmistakably old, sitting at a crossroads where people have been passing through for centuries.

Weston Cross isn't the sort of attraction that demands hours of your time. You'll take a photograph, read the interpretive information if there is any, and be back in your car within twenty minutes. But that's rather the point. It's a genuine piece of local history, not dressed up or sanitised for visitors. If you're into medieval Cheshire or just want to tick off a few historical waypoints while touring the area, it's worth a detour off the A56.

You won't need to book ahead or worry about admission fees - it's just there. The nearest proper base would be one of the holiday parks around Frodsham, with Lady Heyes Holiday Park and Cheshire Glamping at Lady Heyes both within easy reach at around 3.4 miles. The Ridgeway Country Holiday Park sits a touch further out at 3.6 miles. From any of these, Weston Cross makes a straightforward stop on a walking route through the Cheshire countryside. Bring a decent camera and sensible shoes - the ground around it can be muddy depending on the season.