Warrington (/ ˈwɒrɪŋtən /) is an industrial town in the borough of the same name in Cheshire, England. The town sits on the banks of the River Mersey and was historically part of Lancashire. It is 16 miles (26 km) east of Liverpool and 16 miles (26 km) west of Manchester.

Dec 22, 2024 · Warrington, urban area (from 2011 built-up area) and unitary authority, geographic county of Cheshire, northwestern England. It lies along the River Mersey and the Manchester Ship Canal between Liverpool and Manchester.

Warrington is full of beautiful green spaces and nature spots for you to enjoy. Visit one of many parks and open spaces, from the historic Walton Hall and Gardens, and the magnificent Trans Pennine Trail to the sports-focused Victoria Park. Find out more about Warrington’s parks, recreation grounds and play areas at warrington.gov.uk/parks ...

Warrington has been welcoming visitors for over 2000 years. It's location is a big plus. It’s close to Liverpool and Manchester and within easy reach of the Peak District, North Wales and the Lake District even the Trans-Pennine Trail passes through the borough.

Jun 9, 2023 · Warrington embraced the industrial revolution and became the centre of many industries, from copper smelting to sail-making and pin manufacture. The navigational properties of the River Mersey...

Warrington was a fulcrum in the English Civil War. The armies of Oliver Cromwell and the Earl of Derby both stayed near the old town centre (the parish church area). Popular legend has it that Cromwell lodged near the building which survives on Church Street as the Cottage Restaurant.

17 hours ago · Warrington Council is proposing to make savings in a number of areas, ... England. Council seeking tip closure as part of £30m savings plan. 7 days ago. England. More. 4 hrs ago.

The Borough of Warrington is a unitary authority area with borough status in the ceremonial county of Cheshire, England. The borough is centred around the town of Warrington, and extends out into outlying villages of Lymm and Great Sankey and the town of Birchwood.

Warrington is an industrial town in Cheshire, with a population in 2020 of 172,330. Motorway traffic scoots by and you're only likely to stop here for business, or to watch a rugby league match. The Wærings were Saxons, so the place they lived was called Weringtun.

Warrington is a town in southern Lancashire, with southern suburbs in Cheshire. It stands on the banks of the River Mersey, which is tidal to the west of the weir at Howley. It lies 16 miles east of Liverpool, 19 miles west of Manchester and eight miles south …