Broxton lies around 11 miles south of Chester in the rolling countryside of the Cheshire Plains, in the hills around Broxton there are a number of disused sandstone quarries, the sandstone from which is to be found in many of the local buildings around Broxton. Together with the sandstone that was used for construction there was also sand quarried here and this was used for cleaning purposes, but in the main the area has been a small settlement relying on local agriculture. In nearby Bickerton evidence of copper mining dates back to the late 17th century and The Old Royal Oak at Broxton was renamed The Coppermine, containing memorabilia and pictures relating to mining. In the 19th century the railways came to Broxton and were used mainly by local cheese producers who used to transport their produce to the market at Whitchurch, Indeed near the Egerton Arms at Broxton was a cheese warehouse and trees were planted here to keep the cheese cool whilst it was maturing. Today Broxton consists of a few homes alongside the A41 from Chester to Whitchurch, it remains a small village with some splendid views of the surrounding countryside as there has been little development here over the years. Away from the main road it is worth taking a stroll along the nearby country lanes where the panoramic views of the Cheshire Plains are hard to match.
Golf Club
Pub and Bar
Restaurant
Broxton Hall Restaurant
Copper Mine
Frogg Manor
Places to Stay near Broxton
Frogg Manor (0.95 miles)
When you have read the signs saying 'superior bed and breakfast' and ... More
De Vere Carden Park (1.43 miles)
Pheasant Inn (2.88 miles)
Tucked in a peaceful corner of rural Cheshire, this relaxing country retreat enjoys some of the most magnificent panoramic views of the Cheshire plains. Good wholesome freshly cooked food, traditional ales, a selection of wines ... More | visit website
Pheasant Inn (2.88 miles)
Newton Hall (3.51 miles)
Peckforton Castle (3.95 miles)
Set on a hillside above the rolling Cheshire plains, Britain's only intact medieval style castle invites you to enjoy a break with a difference within its magical, fortified walls. Any occasion, business or leisure, will be ... More | visit website
Cholmondeley Castle (3.99 miles)
The Cholmondeleys of Cholmondeley, near Malpas in rolling Cheshire countryside, came to Cheshire with the Norman Conquest and descended, on the male side, from the Norman Marcher Barons of Malpas and, on the female side, ... More
The Farndon (4.17 miles)
Originally built in the 16th Centuary & formerly known as the Raven Hotel, The Farndon sits in the centre of the picturesque village of Farndon.Surrounded by open countryside, only 500m ... More
Higher Huxley Hall (4.46 miles)
Situated just a few miles from the ancient City of Chester. This award winning family run Historic Manor House, dates from the thirteenth century. Situated in a quiet green valley. ... More
Churton Heath Farm B&B (4.72 miles)
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