New homes near Ellesmere Port
Welcome to Ellesmere Port, a well-connected town on the Wirral with easy access to Chester, Liverpool and the wider North West. With its beautiful waterside setting and growing residential communities, it’s a wonderful spot for homebuyers balancing convenience and value. If you’re looking to escape the city and enjoy a slightly calmer pace of life, while still staying connected to everything the North West has to offer, our new builds near Ellesmere Port could be the perfect spot for you to settle down.
Living in Ellesmere Port
Nestled on the edge of the Wirral, Ellesmere Port sits between the historic city of Chester and the lively Liverpool, with the River Mersey close by. It’s a town shaped by its waterways, with the National Waterways Museum offering a glimpse into its industrial past, and green spaces like Whitby Park providing plenty of room to stretch your legs and relax outdoors. Chester Zoo and Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet are both just a short drive from our new build homes near Ellesmere Port for fun days out, with coastal walks and countryside trails also within easy reach.
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Things to do in Ellesmere Port
If you’re ever wondering what to do in Ellesmere Port, the town’s standout landmarks make it easy to fill your free time. One of the highlights is the National Waterways Museum, where historic docks, boats and hands-on exhibits paint a vivid picture of the area’s rich canal history. Just next door, the Shropshire Union Canal is perfect for relaxed walks or cycling, with peaceful routes stretching towards Chester and beyond.
There are plenty of other local green spaces to enjoy close to our new houses near Ellesmere Port. Whitby Park offers open fields, a pond and a play area for kids, while nearby Stanney Woods provides a more natural setting for woodland walks and wildlife spotting.
When the weather turns, The Coliseum Leisure Park is a go-to for cinema trips and bowling, as well as casual dining. For shopping and leisure, Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet is right on your doorstep. Home to hundreds of designer and high-street brands, along with cafés and restaurants, it’s a great spot for either a quick shopping trip or a full day outing.
Families will also love Blue Planet Aquarium, with underwater tunnels and themed exhibits showcasing sharks, rays and tropical fish. And, of course, we can’t forget the famous Chester Zoo just a short drive away. You’ll also have easy access to Liverpool for a livelier pace, with museums, music venues and more – all within a quick drive.
Transport in Ellesmere Port
Our new housing developments near Ellesmere Port make travel a breeze, whether you’re commuting for work or heading away for the weekend.
For drivers, the M53 runs alongside the town, providing a direct route to Chester in around 20 minutes and Liverpool in around 30 minutes. The nearby M56 also makes travelling further afield nice and easy, connecting Ellesmere Port with Manchester in just over an hour. You’ll be able to reach Manchester Airport in just 40 minutes too, making it an ideal location for international travel.
If you’d rather get the train, Ellesmere Port train station is within easy reach, where you can hop on regular trains to Liverpool in around 40 minutes. From there, you can connect to wider national routes, with direct trains to Manchester, Birmingham and London.
Local bus services also run regularly throughout Ellesmere Port and surrounding areas, linking you to nearby towns like Chester, as well as popular shopping destinations like Cheshire Oaks.