Dottie’s Day Out in Warrington

There is something for everyone in the lively town of Warrington; for your fitness buffs (like myself) there’s Gravity, which is a trampoline park – it’s super fun and right next door to the Times Square site.

I love to admire architecture. Like Chester, Warrington is famous for it. Encased in modern architecture, as well as brutalist buildings dotted around, what’s inside really counts for Warrington. Usually, I start my day by going bowling with my friends; I never win but the food at the Super Bowl is top-notch! I either choose some nachos or chips. I then play some arcade games which are either single or two-player. Since the bowling alley is conveniently placed in Golden Square, you don’t have to travel far for food, shopping, or even social activities. After bowling, I usually go shopping. In Warrington, there is a shop for everyone; from Primark to Game, and artisan boutiques in the market, Warrington has everything you need.

Then, if it’s Christmas, Pride, or even half term, there are shows in the centre of Warrington at the Old Market Place, and pop-up places to visit. My favourite pop-up venue was the Warrington Pop-Up Museum and Library, which was a mini version of the actual library and museum nearby. The Museum of Art – which showcases not only art but also Warrington throughout the ages, including archives relating to Warrington – is on Bold Street, and the Museum of Policing – which showcases contemporary policing throughout the ages – is on Arpley Street, both are free to enter.  

For lunch, even though there are so many different options like the market and Ask Italian, we always have to go for a cheeky Nando’s. Although, if Nando’s isn’t your vibe, I’d recommend checking out the Warrington Market. It has a collection of delicious dishes, such as noodles from Eastern Point, shawarma from Shawarma, and more. And for dessert, I always go to the Dark Side of the Spoon for ice cream. It’s incredible! 

We then either take a little stroll to Parr Hall to watch a comedy show or any type of show. My favourite part of Parr Hall is the connected Pyramid Arts Centre, as it has a studio dedicated to my favourite actor and a lovely little bar in the basement. There are also exhibitions from time to time in the Pyramid Arts Centre. If theatre isn’t your thing, there is also a Cineworld Cinema right next to University Centre Warrington. This is fantastic if you’ve finished lectures early – you can treat yourself to a film after! 

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