Try St. Helens.

Liverpool

Just another question, we'll be off to Liverpool then back to Chester late on, so that's sorted.

However, I've never done Liverpool in an afternoon-night before - just at night.

Where will be best for the afternoon, Concert Square or Mathew Street? Where will most pubs generally be open?

Plenty of bars in St Helens, trouble is the like to wrap them across your skull

I generally find Warrington quite a scary place to go, the police presence for such a small catchment area is astounding. Or at least it used to be when I last went. Liverpool is a good night out and despite what reservations you may or may not have about the city, I think it's generally friendly too.

BTW, where is good in Manchester for a night out? I've been a few times now, and found it hit and miss.

Depends what you're into mate, South on a Saturday night is superb...Clint Boon from the Inspiral Carpets DJ'ing no undesirables in there either.