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Why Visit Chester? Roman History, Shopping & Much More

Visit Chester, for its bewitching beauty and unique atmosphere which make it one of Britain's most popular places for an unforgettable short break. The ancient city is a breath-taking experience with each chapter of Chester's history etched into the very fabric of the city. Walk where Roman Legionnaires marched to war, Viking raiders wreaked havoc and Norman invaders conquered Anglo Saxons.

Chester has the most complete city walls, the oldest racecourse and the largest Roman Amphitheatre in Britain, plus a 1000 year old Cathedral with Europe's finest example of medieval carvings - and of course the one and only 700 year old Rows galleries where shopping is a double delight. You'll find medieval shopping rows offering the hottest fashion and the country’s largest outlet village 30mins away.

Set against a background of unique treasures of antiquity and a vibrant cafe culture, where outdoor dining and people watching go hand in hand. Make time too for Chester Zoo, the most visited attraction outside London and home to 35,000 animals or slow the pace down and view the city from rowing boat on the scenic river dee.

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Experiences in Chester

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Midsummer Meeting

Dates: 12th Sept - 13th Sept 2025

Dust off your tweed and join us on Friday 12th September as we welcome the first day of our Autumn Festival.

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.

Chestr Prife

Dates: 16th Aug - 16th Aug 2025

Celebrating diversity and the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender + community and is a free event celebrating equality and diversity in the heart of Chester.

Midsummer Meeting

Dates: 26th Jul - 26th Jul 2025

It’s that time of year when the sun finally makes it’s appearance so why not celebrate with a day at the races!

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Itineraries in Chester

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Trails in Chester

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Chester Shopping

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Businesses in Chester

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The Chester Grosvenor

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Hawarden Estate

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Leonardo Hotel Chester

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Chester Racecourse

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ABode Chester

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Offers in Chester

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