Halton
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Halton lies on the River Mersey, centred on the towns of Runcorn and Widnes, linked by bridges including the Silver Jubilee Bridge and the modern Mersey Gateway. The area has a mix of industrial heritage and green landscapes, with Runcorn Hill Park, Spike Island, and the Sankey Canal providing natural retreats. Views across the estuary and access to waterways define its geography, while surrounding villages and suburban communities add local character.
The local government for this district is: Halton Borough Council (Unitary Authority).
Constituencies in Halton
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Wards in Halton
Halton is divided into 18 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Appleton
- Bankfield
- Beechwood & Heath
- Birchfield
- Bridgewater
- Central & West Bank
- Daresbury, Moore & Sandymoor
- Ditton, Hale Village & Halebank
- Farnworth
- Grange
- Halton Castle
- Halton Lea
- Halton View
- Highfield
- Hough Green
- Mersey & Weston
- Norton North
- Norton South & Preston Brook