Winter Walking in Chester
It may be cold outside, but winter can be the perfect time to embrace the outdoors and wander the historic city of Chester and its surrounding areas. We’ve put together a selection of ways to explore our beautiful city on foot this winter:
Chester City Centre Circular Walk
This is the ultimate way to explore the whole of the city, taking you from the Visitor Information Centre to along the Shropshire Union Canal, River Dee, Grosvenor Park and even around the racecourse. Experience everything Chester has to offer on this great circular walk!
Walk the City Walls
One of the main features of Chester (or Deva Victrix as it was once known) is the city walls – some of the most complete in the country. Originally Built by the Romans and fortified over the years by subsequent invaders such as the Vikings and Saxons, the city walls remain a great way to explore the city centre. On this walk you’ll take in some key sights from a great vantage point including the famous Eastgate Clock, King Charles’ Tower, the Water Tower as well as the River Dee and Shropshire Union Canal.
Take a short walk through Handbridge
Handbridge lies across the Old Dee Bridge from the city and much of Chester's Roman fortress was built from stone quarried here. The community lies on the old main road into North Wales and its name in Welsh is 'Treboeth', meaning 'burnt town or hot town', perhaps an indication that its buildings were not easily defended from raiders. Starting at The Ship Inn), just across the Old Dee Bridge from Lower Bridge Street, this short walk of around 1 mile takes in features of the area's rich history while giving wonderful views of the River Dee.
Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims on the Two Saints Way
The Two Saints Way is a 92-mile pilgrimage route between the cathedral cities of Chester and Lichfield. The route can be walked from either the north or the south, through the beautiful countryside of Cheshire and Staffordshire along footpaths, canal paths and lanes which link the villages, towns and cities along the way. For a great day’s walk, why not walk the route from Chester to the beautiful town on Nantwich. This 23.5-mile route From Chester Cathedral is mostly along canal paths and through pastureland, passing the dramatic Beeston Castle before ending at the fine market town of Nantwich.
Stroll through Caldy Valley Nature Park
Caldy Nature Park is a small area of wetland, woodland and meadows close to Chester city centre. Take this relaxing short walk to experience some of Cheshire’s beautiful wildlife whilst not too far from the city centre. This is a great way to relax and unwind in with this easy and accessible short walk.
Train your brain on a treasure hunt trail
Want to experience the historic city of Chester in a fun and innovative way? The Chester Treasure Hunt Trail is a great way to entertain yourself whilst exploring Chester. By following the clues around the city, you’ll learn while you walk! Your Trail adventure starts in the city centre at “The Cross” and along the 2-mile circular Trail route you’ll explore Chester’s quaint streets and old Roman walls. The Trail then takes you down to the River Dee and around the famous Eastgate Clock and Cathedral grounds before finishing at The Rows. You’ll certainly discover some of Chester’s hidden gems along this Trail route!
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