Knutsford’s independent shops offer a warm welcome, personal service, and some of the most unique products in Cheshire. Whether you’re seeking the perfect gift, gorgeous homeware, or latest fashions, make Knutsford the destination for your next shopping trip to discover more of what this wonderful town has to offer - including last minute Father’s Day ideas from Hot Cocoa , Morgan Edwards , Pop Pulse of Perfumery , Knutsford Olde Sweet Shoppe , Detaljer #knutsford #discoverknutsford #knutsfordshopping #visitknutsford #cheshire #cheshireshopping #TakeACloserLook
Discover more of Knutsford’s fascinating history by seeking out the commemorative blue plaques honouring significant people, places and events which have helped shape the town over the years.
Including Richard Harding Watt whose Italianate designs have become some of the most distinctive buildings in Knutsford. Such as the Ruskin Rooms on Drury Lane, Gaskell Memorial Tower on King Street, and some of the homes along Legh Road, where Richard Harding Watt once lived. This is also where you’ll find the previous residence of Henry Royce - the co-founder of Rolls-Royce motor cars.
Fans of Elizabeth Gaskell’s Cranford can visit locations thought to have inspired some of the settings in her book, like Miss Matty’s Tea Room which is now a WHSmith on Princess Street. Or stop by the author’s final resting place in the graveyard of Brook Street Chapel.
Marble Arch on King Street is one of the most photographed locations in Knutsford thanks to its flower adorned buildings and quaint cobbled street. Or wander a little further along to The Royal George - another former coaching inn which gained its royal title after a visit from Princess Victoria in 1832.
There are currently 20 blue plaques to discover in Knutsford, all listed on the Knutsford Town Council website. So save this for your next trip to the town and see how many you can find as you explore more of historic Knutsford.
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