TATTON Park, Tabley House Collection and Jodrell Bank are offering free tickets as part of Cheshire’s Residents’ Festival.

Following the success of the first release of free Resident Festival tickets to some of Cheshire and Warrington’s top attractions, a second wave of hundreds more free tickets will be available to download from Thursday, March 21 at 10am.

The festival, taking place between Saturday, March 30 and Sunday, April 7 is a way of thanking residents for welcoming more than 64 million tourists into the county each year.

The festival coincides with VisitBritain’s English Tourism Week, and is being supported by Cheshire East Council, Cheshire West & Chester Council and Warrington Borough Council.

For tickets and information go to visitcheshire.com/cheshireresidentsfestival

Frank Jordan, Cheshire East Council executive director of ‘Place’, said: “Residents play a vital role in our welcoming visitors to the county, and this free festival is a wonderful way to celebrate their contribution.

“I am glad there has been huge demand for the Resident Festival tickets, and hope as many people across the county sign up for the latest release of tickets.

“Visitors often comment on the wealth of tourist sites available in Cheshire East – there really is something for everyone - from great outdoor experiences, unique events and high-quality experiences and attractions.

“Residents can enjoy Knutsford’s spectacular Tabley House Collection. Located in a Grade 1-listed 18th century house, the collection is based around its great Regency pictures and includes thousands of historic items, textiles and furniture.

“I am very proud of the huge contribution Cheshire East’s tourist industry makes to prosperity in the county and the way top attractions are always thinking ahead to create new and engaging ways of presenting and using their sites.”

Also open during the festival will be the world-famous Jodrell Bank, the quintessentially English gardens of Arley Hall and award-winning Tatton Park.

The number of tickets available will vary according to the attraction, and everyone applying must have either a Cheshire or Warrington postcode.