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Broughton Shopping Park

North Wales’ busiest retail park with major brands, free parking, restaurants, and a cinema, just west of Chester.

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Broughton Shopping Park is North Wales’ busiest retail destination, a large open-air retail park just west of Chester with over 2,000 free parking spaces. It hosts major high street brands like Primark, M&S Foodhall, Next, H&M, SportsDirect, and Asda Living, alongside restaurants, cafes, a Cineworld IMAX cinema, and a pub. The park is designed as a quadrangle with wide walkways, free parking in the central area, and facilities including toilets, baby changing, and ATMs. It’s a convenient, family-friendly spot for shopping, dining, and entertainment, easily accessible from Chester and the A55.

A brief summary to Broughton Shopping Park

  • Chester Rd, Chester, Broughton, Bretton, CH4 0DP, GB
  • +441244534354
  • Visit website
  • Duration: 1 to 4 hours
  • Mid ranged
  • Environment icon Outdoor
  • Mobile reception: 5 out of 5
  • Monday 9 am-8 pm
  • Tuesday 9 am-8 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am-8 pm
  • Thursday 9 am-8 pm
  • Friday 9 am-8 pm
  • Saturday 9 am-7 pm
  • Sunday 11 am-5 pm

Local tips

  • Arrive early on weekends or before holidays to avoid the busiest crowds and secure a good parking spot.
  • Park carefully within the marked bays; parking outside the lines can lead to parking fines.
  • Check individual store and restaurant opening times, as they can vary, especially on Sundays and public holidays.
  • Bring waterproof clothing or an umbrella; the open layout means you’ll be exposed to wind and rain if the weather turns.
  • Use the central toilets and baby changing facilities, but be prepared for variable cleanliness, especially during peak times.
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Getting There

  • By car from Chester

    From Chester city centre, follow Chester Road (A5104) west for about 6.5 km. Broughton Shopping Park is on the left, opposite the Airbus factory, with a large, clearly signed entrance and free parking. Journey time is typically 10–15 minutes, depending on traffic.

  • By car from the A55

    From the A55, exit at junction 36a (Broughton) and follow the signed route to the shopping park. The slip road connects directly to Chester Road, leading to the park entrance. Journey time from the junction is around 5 minutes, with free parking available on site.

  • By public transport

    Regular bus services run from Chester city centre to Broughton, with stops near the shopping park. The journey takes about 20–30 minutes. From Hawarden railway station, a taxi or local bus can reach the park in around 15 minutes.

  • On foot or by bike

    From nearby residential areas in Broughton or Bretton, the park is a 15–25 minute walk or short cycle along Chester Road, using the pavement and designated crossings. The route is flat and well‑lit, suitable for families and casual cyclists.

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A North Wales retail hub

Broughton Shopping Park, also known as Broughton Centre, is the busiest retail park in North Wales, drawing around 10 million visitors each year. Located just off the A55 near the England–Wales border, it sits opposite the Airbus factory on Chester Road, about 6.5 km west of Chester city centre. The park is laid out as a large quadrangle with wide, paved walkways connecting its units, making it easy to navigate on foot. Its open-air design means it’s exposed to the elements, so visitors should be prepared for wind and rain, but the layout is spacious and well‑lit, with clear signage and a central parking area that keeps cars away from the main shopping frontages.

Shopping and dining choices

The park is home to a strong mix of well‑known high street brands and practical everyday retailers. Major stores include Primark, M&S Foodhall, Next, H&M, SportsDirect, HomeSense, River Island, New Look, and Asda Living, alongside specialists like Boots, Specsavers, Superdrug, and Holland & Barrett. For fashion and accessories, visitors will find MANGO, White Stuff, Lush, and The Entertainer, while tech and mobile services are covered by EE and others. Food and drink options are plentiful, with a range of restaurants such as Frankie & Benny’s, Nando’s, Prezzo, and Tim Hortons, plus a pub (the Mill House) and casual spots like the Donut Theatre and various coffee kiosks. The on‑site Cineworld multiplex with IMAX screens adds a strong entertainment draw, especially in the evenings and at weekends.

Visitor experience and facilities

Free parking for over 2,000 cars is one of the park’s biggest draws, with clearly marked spaces including dedicated bays for disabled and parent‑and‑child use. Toilets and baby changing facilities are available on site, though their condition can vary and they are not always kept to a high standard. ATMs are also present, and many units have seating areas or nearby benches. The park is designed to be family‑friendly, with wide walkways suitable for pushchairs and mobility aids, and the mix of shops, food outlets, and cinema makes it a practical destination for a half‑day or full‑day visit. It’s also a common stop for people combining shopping with a trip to Chester or the surrounding area.

Practicalities and atmosphere

The park’s atmosphere is functional and busy, especially on weekday evenings and weekends, when it can feel quite crowded. Opening hours are generous, with most stores open from around 9:00 to 20:00 on weekdays and slightly shorter hours at weekends, while the cinema and some restaurants stay open later. The layout is straightforward, but the open design means it can be exposed to wind and rain, so waterproof clothing is advisable in poor weather. Parking is free but tightly marked; parking outside the lines can result in fines, and some visitors have noted that the bays can feel quite narrow. Despite this, the combination of free parking, a wide range of stores, and food and entertainment options makes it a popular and practical choice for local residents and visitors alike.

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