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Cheshire
Welcome to the official online guide to help you plan the perfect short break in Cheshire.
Our beautiful county is the perfect place to explore this year! From our vibrant towns and villages to our historic city of Chester, you can be sure of a truly unforgettable experience wherever you choose to visit.
In Chester & Cheshire you'll find everything including rural escapes and city breaks, some of the country's best attractions and most unmissable events, cosy pubs and Michelin-starred dining, and some of the finest shopping around! Explore our site to inspire your visit to Chester & Cheshire.
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Find your summer for less
Think you need deep pockets to enjoy Chester? Think again! This city’s bursting with charm, history and cracking views – and plenty of it won’t cost you a penny.
Experience Chester: The UKs most welcoming city
This summer, step into a city where there is always something new to discover.
Summer Holiday Adventures in Cheshire
School’s out, the sun’s (hopefully!) shining, and the call of adventure has never been louder. This summer, Cheshire is bursting with unforgettable family days out!
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For holiday activities, unmissable experiences and more!
Alfresco Dining in Chester: Where to Eat Outdoors in Style
Here’s your guide to where to eat alfresco in Chester – so pull up a chair, soak in the views, and dig in.
Like A Local
There's nothing I enjoy more than a leisurely potter around Knutsford. These unplanned wanderings are the best, when you stumble upon hidden gems, free from the pressure of specific shopping lists.
Just a short hop from Cheshire, less than an hour by train, Manchester is the perfect destination for a vibrant day out or an exciting overnight stay.
One of my favourite things to do in Chester is to Run around the City Walls.
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Monthly Highlights
Warrington Arts Festival
Dates: 18th Jul - 26th Jul 2025
A vibrant town centre takeover set across numerous venues and pop-up spaces over nine days.
Kaleidoscope Festival
Dates: 7th Jul - 11th Jul 2025
A weeklong celebration of neurodiversity, inclusion and the talents of those living with a disability.
Tatton Park Foodies Festival
Dates: 11th Jul - 13th Jul 2025
Foodies Festival visits Tatton Park 11th - 13th July with a star-studded line up of celebrity chefs and music headliners, including, Blue, The Wanted 2.0 with founding members Max George and Siva Kaneswaren and Symphonic Ibiza Orchestra.
Dates: 4th Jul - 31st Aug 2025
Chester's magical theatre-in-the-round returns to the heart of the picturesque Grosvenor Park.
Unmissable Events
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Bolesworth International 2025
Dates: 27th Jun - 6th Jul 2025
Prepare to experience the exceptional Bolesworth International 2025, where world-class equestrian sport merges with the very best in luxury lifestyle.
Chester Festival of Ideas
Dates: 3rd Jul - 6th Jul 2025
Chester Festival of Ideas is returning after its inaugural success in 2024 with guests for this year including a Paralympian champion and trailblazing journalist.
Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre
Dates: 4th Jul - 31st Aug 2025
Chester's magical theatre-in-the-round returns to the heart of the picturesque Grosvenor Park.
The Brit Fest
Dates: 4th Jul - 6th Jul 2025
Following the resounding success of 2024, The Brit Fest is back and bigger than ever with three incredible days of live music, family fun, and unforgettable experiences.
Blogging the best of Cheshire
Here’s your guide to where to eat alfresco in Chester – so pull up a chair, soak in the views, and dig in.
This summer, step into a city where there is always something new to discover.
Chester BID is proud to announce the launch of Summer in the City, a brand-new initiative giving away over 1,000 free tickets to families throughout five weeks of the summer holidays.