A late afternoon walk through Chester's Overleigh Cemetery, an enchanting Victorian graveyard next to the River Dee. Join Paul or Caroline and hear fascinating stories in stone, including tragic accidents, remarkable escapes, eccentric characters and local celebrities. See famous graves including that of Mary Jonas, mother of 15 sets of twins, and Mabel Blackburn, the "Chewing Gum Girl".
Tickets can be purchased in advance or before 3.15 p.m.on the day from Chester Visitor Information Centre, Town Hall Square, Chester CH1 2HJ Tel 01244 405340
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£10 pp 90 min duration approx.
* Private tours by appointment
** Tours start at the Cemetery Gate opposite Blackwells Stonecraft, Overleigh Rd, CH4 7HW
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