Widnes is historically an industrial town, and there are many industries still in operation today in the area. It is the other side of the River Mersey to Runcorn, which can easily be reached by crossing the Jubilee Bridge. It is near to Liverpool, St Helens, and Warrington. There are several restaurants in the town centre, including chain restaurants, gastro pubs and take away shops. There is a decent nightlife, with a range of wine bars, pubs and clubs. There are the usual shops you expect to find in any medium sized town. When planning your trip to Widnes, you can book your car in advance online with VIP Cars. VIP Cars are a fantastic choice for all car rental requirements, catering to people visiting on pleasure or on business trip.