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About Widnes

Widnes straddles the M62 corridor between Liverpool and Manchester, accessible via Junction 7 and connected to Runcorn by the Silver Jubilee Bridge. The A562 provides the quickest route to Liverpool, whilst the nearby M56 links to Manchester Airport and Chester. With over 500 EV charging points in the area and its position on major motorway networks, it's well-placed for onward travel. The Catalyst Science Discovery Centre occupies a converted chemical works tower, offering striking views across the Mersey from its observation deck.

Where is Widnes on the map?

Widnes is in England, at 53.362, -2.734 - about 11 km north-west of Aston, Cheshire West and Chester.

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EV Chargers in Widnes

10 chargers

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Race a karting track in Widnes

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Widnes RacewayMedium

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Pub Crawl Golf: Widnes9 holes, one ball

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What is the closest airport to Widnes?

The closest airport to Widnes is Liverpool John Lennon Airport, 12 km (about 16 min by car). Other airports nearby: Manchester Airport.

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