Lion Salt Works
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"A great day out for fans of 19th-century industrial history."
Overview
The Lion Salt Works is a restored historic open-pan salt making site, close to Northwich, adjacent to the Trent and Mersey Canal. It opened in June 2015 to offer a fascinating examination of the production of salt in the area. Visitors will discover how the salt works operated and the impact of salt on mid-Cheshire’s people, economy and landscape. They will also have the chance for a wider exploration of the footpaths, waterways and attractions of the adjacent Northwich Woodlands and the wider Weaver Valley including the Anderton Boat Lift.
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About the area
Nestled between the Welsh hills and Derbyshire Peaks, the Cheshire plains make an ideal location to take things slow and mess around in boats. Cheshire has more than 200 miles (302 km) of man-made waterways, more than any other county in England.
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