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About Widnes

Known for

The birthplace of Paul Simon's song 'Homeward Bound' (written at Widnes railway station in 1965), the chemical industry heritage (Widnes was the 19th century capital of the chemical industry), and a Cheshire town on the Mersey with unexpected musical heritage

A little history

Paul Simon wrote 'Homeward Bound' at Widnes railway station in 1965 while on tour. Widnes was the world's centre of alkali chemical manufacture in the 19th century — creating the chemical industry that transformed the world. The Catalyst Museum tells this story. The Widnes Vikings are a successful rugby league club.

Local tip

The railway station plaque for Paul Simon's Homeward Bound moment. The Catalyst Museum for the chemical heritage. The Mersey Gateway Bridge for engineering marvel. The Vikings for rugby league.

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