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24 Hours in Chester

24 Hours in Chester

We've put together something to help you enjoy Chester to the fullest in 24 hours (if you can fit it all in!). So here’s our guide to 24 hours in Chester to help you plan your visit

Somewhere to stay…

Ok, so before you begin your 24 hours in Chester, you should find the perfect place to call home away from home, and luckily in Chester you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to places to stay. We’ve got urban boutiques like The Townhouse and Oddfellows, city centre luxury from the likes of The Chester Grosvenor, The Crowne Plaza and The Queen; countryside retreats like Doubletree by Hilton and The Grosvenor Pulford Hotel & Spa; as well as a whole host of gorgeous self-catering providers. Whatever your style and whether you want to be amongst it all in the centre, or a little way out in the glorious Cheshire countryside, you’ll be able to find the perfect place to stay.

Start as you mean to go on

After waking up in your Chester lodgings you’ll want to start with a hearty breakfast, and if you don’t decide to take what’s on offer at your chosen hotel, never fear as you’re never far away from something good to eat in Chester. Why not try Jaunty Goat for some of the finest coffee and café cuisine around, complete with a full vegan location. Or you could venture into the historic Rows to find The Flower Cup – Chester’s “botanical coffee shop” serving sumptuous coffee, cake, brunch and even flowers. Or for a traditional Full English, Marmalade is a true independent café doing café culture to its finest.

After filling your boots for breakfast, make sure to say hello at the Visitor Information Centre where the thoroughly lovely team can help with maps, guides, tickets and just about everything you need to know. At this point you may want to familiarise yourself with the city, and there are plenty of ways to start your day with a fascinating tour. There’s The Chester Tour, where experienced blue badge guides will take you on a journey across Chester’s rich history. Then there’s Chester’s famous Roman Tours, where your very own Centurion will take you on a trip through Chester’s storied Roman past. For something a little different, Tours Around Chester offer a range of unique tours including 5k and 10k running tours, food tours and even 5K(9) dog running tours! To experience the city and its rich history on two wheels, make sure to book a tour with Chester Cycle Tours, where an experienced guide will take you on a two hour, leisurely-paced ride through Chester past and present. Why not experience Chester from atop the open top bus via City Sightseeing – you can even combine your trip with a cruise up the Dee with ChesterBoat – perfect especially on summer days.

No trip to Chester would be complete without experiencing the city’s walls – the oldest, longest and most complete in Britain, parts of which are almost 2000 years old. You’re never far from a way on to or off the walls as there are access points throughout the city. Walking the roughly 2-mile circuit is a great way to take in out magnificent city and also a great way to get around.

Afternoon Delights

By now you’ve probably worked up an appetite, and luckily for you there’s no shortage of places to lunch in Chester. Take a stroll down any of these cobbled streets and you’ll find a superb assortment of just about every cuisine around, now with many restaurants offering al fresco dining. Try pizza (and maybe even a cannoli!) courtesy of Urbano32, or some of the best burgers in town from Burger Shed 41. Perhaps you’re after some plant-based delights? Why not try Shrub – Chester’s latest vegan eatery set amongst the beautiful Rows. Or you can step into Chester’s Market hall to find a great range of independent eats from sublime sandwiches to tacos. Once again, you’ll be spoilt for choice with the quality and range of options.

Fully sated after lunch, it’s time to hit the shops! And there’s a lot to keep you going. With everything from the biggest brands to quirky independents, boutiques and galleries it’s little wonder Chester is one of the best and most unique places to shop in the UK. Make sure to carry on in the footsteps of Chester’s past by exploring the 700-year old Medieval Rows. These two-tiered walkways are more than just a convenient way to avoid the inclement weather. These really are the independent heart of the city, with a stunning range of truly unique shops set amongst some of the oldest structures in Chester, the Rows are a must visit.

If shopping’s not your bag, you may want to explore Chester a little further. We recommend Chester’s famous Cathedral, where you can spend some time exploring this Medieval marvel in all its splendour. And if you’re not already a Chester expert by now, visit the Grosvenor Museum to indulge your curiosity. The Grosvenor Museum is full of surprises which tell the stories of Cheshire from pre-history to the 20th century alongside a regular rotation of temporary exhibitions. If you’re with the young ones, take a trip to the Dewa Roman Experience. This is a twist on your usual museum, with fully interactive displays where you can experience the sights, sounds and even smells of Roman life in Chester. Or for something a little gorier, why not visit Sick to Death - Chester’s newest interactive history attraction where you can get hands on with the fascinating and macabre history of medicine in the city.

Time for a night on the town!

After a day of exploring what Chester has to offer, it’s time to spruce yourself up and get ready for a night on the town! Here in Chester we’re renowned for our range of world class restaurants with a good few mentions in the Michelin Guide. With so much to choose from we thought we’d give you a hand. There’s Joseph Benjamin, where you’ll be served everything from haute cuisine to comfort food inspired by the seasons and done to perfection. Chef’s Table is not to be missed; this independent boutique restaurant has a regularly changing seasonal menu bolstered by the finest local produce. For some of the best grills in the city, Opera Grill is a must. Set in an unmissable neoclassical façade there’s also a gorgeous terrace for al fresco dining. 

After dinner, why not take an evening promenade down the River Dee and really take in the beauty Chester has to offer (perhaps you could even combine this with a little dessert!). Or why not take in Chester’s cultural scene with a night at the theatre courtesy of Storyhouse.  

Not ready to say good night just yet? Don’t worry, Chester is full of unique night time spots to enjoy a cocktail or two. Experience the vintage chic of Liquor and Co. with a huge selection of cocktails to whet the whistle. Or there’s Palm – Chester’s most Instagrammable bar serving a whole host of quality and colourful cocktails. Or if cocktails aren’t your thing, Chester’s brilliant and often historic pubs will be a welcome treat. Why not visit the Pied Bull or Bear and Billet for a nice pint of locally brewed ale? There’s enough to keep anyone going here and hopefully after a full day in Chester you’ll be ready to return to your lodgings full of new memories.

Won’t you stay another day…

We’ve really only scratched the surface and haven’t even mentioned some full day activities like Chester Zoo, Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet and a whole host of other Cheshire attractions, restaurants, beauty spots and more. So maybe after 24 hours in Chester you can stay another day (or two!).

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  1. Chester Visitor Information Centre

    Chester

    Chester Visitor Information Centre is located in the heart of the city at The Town Hall.

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    Chester Visitor Information Centre entrance and exterior
    Souvenirs and gifts at Chester Visitor Information Centre
    Chester Visitor Information Centre entrance and exterior

    Chester Visitor Information Centre is located in the heart of the city at The Town Hall. Offering a range of local souvenirs which are perfect to take home as a reminder of your trip to Chester. The friendly team assists over 280,000 visitors to the city every year and are proud to serve visitors and locals alike. Make the Chester Visitor Information Centre your first stop when visiting Chester and say "Hi" to our team who can help you experience Chester safely and to the fullest!

    The friendly team are on hand to share their knowledge of attractions, places to eat out, shops and events as well as the latest guidance on enjoying Chester and Cheshire safely.

    Pop in to get tickets for:

    -Hop on Hop off bus tours -Roman Walking Tours -Ghost Tours -Taste of Chester Food Walking Tour -Chester Running Tours -Boat Tours of Chester -Dewa Roman Experience -Discounted Chester Zoo and Blue Planet Aquarium  -Tip Top Theatre Productions -Various local events -Beatles Walks in Liverpool -Mountain Goat and Busybus Day Trips -National Express Airport and Coach Journeys.

    Whatever information or advice you need when visiting Chester, just pop into the Visitor Information Centre and the team will be delighted to help you.

    Please email welcome@chestervic.co.uk to enquire further.

    If you need travel information including information about bus timetables and park and ride in Chester please click here.

    If you need information about parking in Chester please click here.

    Please note that we do not produce a printed Visitor Guide. However you can order a welcome pack here. We also have a selection of maps and guides available to help you to plan your visit.

     

    Contact Details:

    Chester Town Hall, Northgate Street, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2HJ

    Tel:

    01244 405340
  2. The Chester Tour

    Chester

    Be enthralled by the tales and anecdotes of those who have contributed to the rich heritage of this much-loved city, beginning in Roman times, through the vibrant Medieval expansion period, the desperation of the Civil War, the Georgian elegance and the Victorian revival, right up to the present day.

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    Be enthralled by the tales and anecdotes of those who have contributed to the rich heritage of this much-loved city, beginning in Roman times, through the vibrant Medieval expansion period, the desperation of the Civil War, the Georgian elegance and the Victorian revival, right up to the present day.

    Daily at 10.30am (and again at 2pm from Easter to end of October)

    Meet your Guide at the Town Hall Visitor Information Centre

    Tour lasts approximately 90 minutes

    Arrive at the Town Hall Visitor Information Centre 15 minutes before the start time to buy your ticket direct from the Guide

    Tickets are £10 per person plus up to two under 16s go free with an accompanying adult. www.chestertours.org.uk

    This tour can be booked privately for a group by emailing chesterwalkingtours@gmail.com

     

    Contact Details:

    Meet at Chester's Official Visitor Information Centre, Town Hall Square, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2HJ

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  3. Roman Soldier Tours

    Chester

    Dedicated to illuminating the life of Roman soldiers and life in Roman Britain.

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    Roman Tours of Chester
    Roman Tours of Chester, ideal for groups or families
    Discover the Roman heritage of Chester with a Roman Tour
    Roman Tours of Chester
    Roman Tours of Chester, ideal for groups or families
    Discover the Roman heritage of Chester with a Roman Tour

    Dedicated to illuminating the life of Roman soldiers and life in Roman Britain.

    Award-winning Roman Tours offer a superb fact-filled entertaining story of 2,000-year-old Deva - Britain's biggest Roman fortress. Legionary guides take you behind the scenes at key sites to explore the drama of life in the Roman Army - all based on the latest research by military experts.

    We are specialist providers of Roman history to schools and museums across the U.K. for more than 18 years. Presenting and illuminating the life of a Roman soldier in Britain, through informative, educational and interactive experiences for all ages.

    We provide some of the only full-time professional Romans in Britain, throughout the year. Enduring the British climate in authentic clothing and equipment and constantly update our knowledge and equipment as archaeology uncovers new information. We regularly visit schools across the UK and bring education on Roman Britain to you. Should you visit Chester we also provide guided tours of the largest Roman fortress in the UK for all ages and groups. We can also provide Roman characters for corporate promotions or to add to your own event.

    A fascinating journey in the footsteps of Leg XX.v.v (20th legion)

    Daily tours throughout the year 12 noon and 2.30pm

    Tours start from Chester Visitor Information Centre, Next to the Town Hall, Chester.

    Tickets can be purchased in advance or on the day from Chester Visitor Information Centre.

     

    Contact Details:

    Chester Visitor Information Centre, Chester Town Hall, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2HJ

    Tel:

    01978 761264 / 07885 403485

    Website

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  4. City Sightseeing Open Top Tour

    Chester

    Chester City Sightseeing Bus Tours – hop on, hop off all day!

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    City Sightseeing Foregate St
    City Sightseeing Foregate St

    Chester City Sightseeing Bus Tours – hop on, hop off all day!

    We are excited to once again welcome you on board our Open Top Buses and show you the City's best sights.

    No city in Britain is richer in terms of archaeological and architectural treasures than Chester.

    Your Chester Sightseeing tour ticket is valid for 24 or 48 hours from when you first buy it, so there’s plenty of time to hop on and off the open-top bus to see the local attractions. Enjoy the sights and sounds of Chester from the top deck, where you’ll enjoy 360 panoramic views of Chester and its surroundings. Plus, you can simply buy your tour ticket direct from your bus driver when you're in Chester!

    Why not take a wander along the River Dee or catch a river cruise. You can buy a combined bus and river ticket from our driver!

    Take time to enjoy the tour at Chester Cathedral and then discover more rich history of the city with a stop off at the ancient Roman Amphitheatre.

    Our tour also stops at the famous Chester Racecourse where there are often more than just horse races to enjoy!

    There are historical exhibits at the Grosvenor Museum  and the Cheshire Military Museum too. Or make the stop at County Castle.

    If the outdoors is on your list you can simply stroll through Grosvenor Park or why not book a show in the open-air theatre.

    Shopaholics can stop off at Frodsham Street and find the Mall and Grosvenor Shopping centre.

    When does the tour run?

    Chester City Sightseeing bus tours are available 7 days a week from April to October. There are 12 bus stops along the route and you can hop on and off as much as you like!

    Tours start just after 9am, operating every 30 minutes throughout the day until early evening. Tour Timetable

    Contact Details:

    Chester

    Tel:

    01244 381461

    Website

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  5. ChesterBoat - Sightseeing River Cruises and Private Hire

    Chester

    Enjoy a different side of Chester - the riverside!  Sail with us along the beautiful River Dee. 

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    The Lady Diana returning to The Groves, Chester
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    An arial view of The Groves, Chester
    Chester Weir and Old Dee Bridge
    We're Good to Go
    The Lady Diana returning to The Groves, Chester
    Bonkie the picnic boat, ChesterBoat
    An arial view of The Groves, Chester
    Chester Weir and Old Dee Bridge
    We're Good to Go

    Enjoy a different side of Chester - the riverside!  Sail with us along the beautiful River Dee. 

    Choose from a Half-hour City Cruise taking in the city's rich Roman, Mediaeval and Industrial heritage, or sit back and relax on our Iron Bridge Cruise, a two-hour trip into the glorious Cheshire countryside, through the Duke of Westminster’s Estate. Our routes along the Dee are full of interesting things to see and amazing wildlife - have your camera ready!

    You can really enjoy the freedom of the city by opting for a great value combined ChesterBoat and City Sightseeting open-bus tour ticket. Put your feet up and let someone else do the driving, by road and by water!

    We're a family business, with 40 years experience of providing first-class experiences. As well as sightseeing cruises, we also offer party nights aboard, special occasion cruises (such as afternoon tea, or fish and chips trips) and we're available for private charter. Our cruises, occasions and special events are a relaxing, comfortable all-weather attraction, with options for covered seating, a fully licenced bar and toilets. 

    Bonkie the Picnic Boat

    Our gorgeous little picnic boat is available now for private charter – complete with your own personal skipper.  We can arrange drinks and in true ChesterBoat fashion, we can also take care of catering or any special requests to make your day truly memorable. Bonkie can carry up to seven people, so she’s ideal for small gatherings such as birthday or anniversary parties, family celebrations, special occasions, or just any time you fancy an indulgent – or romantic –  chauffeur-driven treat. We think Bonkie is the perfect way to make a loved one feel special. You can charter Bonkie for two-and-a-half hours for £300, which includes your own private skipper.

    We look forward to welcoming you aboard!

    Contact Details:

    Boating Station, Souters Lane, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1SZ

    Tel:

    01244 325394

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  6. Chester Rows

    Chester

    The Rows are continuous half-timbered galleries, reached by steps, which form a second row of shops above those at street level along Watergate Street, Northgate Street, Eastgate Street and Bridge Street. The Rows are unique in the world to Chester!

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    Man and woman on the Chester Rows
    Man and woman on the Chester Rows
    Chester Rows
    Chester Rows
    Man and woman on the Chester Rows
    Man and woman on the Chester Rows
    Chester Rows
    Chester Rows

    The Rows are continuous half-timbered galleries, reached by steps, which form a second row of shops above those at street level along Watergate Street, Northgate Street, Eastgate Street and Bridge Street. The Rows are unique in the world to Chester, and nobody is quite sure why they were built in this way. Some original 13th century buildings, including the Three Old Arches in Bridge Street, have survived the ravages of time, but many of the impressive facades are Victorian copies. Nevertheless, they are still magnificent and greatly contribute to the beauty and character of Chester.

    Contact Details:

    Bridge St, Watergate St, Eastgate Street, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1NG

    Tel:

    01244 402110

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  7. Chester Cathedral

    Chester

    Chester Cathedral is many things to many people: a vibrant community of worship, an ancient abbey, an archaeological treasure, a cultural hub, a centre of musical excellence, a unique blend of modern and medieval history.

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    Chester Cathedral,concert,music,orchestra,live
    Chester Cathedral,concert,music,orchestra,live

    Chester Cathedral is many things to many people: a vibrant community of worship, an ancient abbey, an archaeological treasure, a cultural hub, a centre of musical excellence, a unique blend of modern and medieval history.

    Come and spend the day

    Book on to one of the Tower Tours & Ground Floor Tours and explore the magnificent building which is a national treasure within the heart of Chester. 

    Enjoy and indulge in delicious food in the 13th Century Monks Hall Refectory Café or book a Traditional Afternoon Tea and take in the stunning surroundings.

    Visit the beautiful and unique Gift Shop which has a wonderful range of music, jewellery, books, cards, toys, confectionery, gifts and souvenirs for all seasons and occasions.

    Entry is FREE to the Cathedral but donations are welcome.

    Groups are welcome by appointment and tours can be specially tailored to include coffee, tea or lunch to make a great day out for your organisation. Disabled access and facilities including toilets and induction loop. For more information, regular service times and details of forthcoming events and concerts and online booking, please see the Chester Cathedral website.

    Chester Cathedral is also a unique venue for business meetings, corporate hospitality, pre and post concert receptions, gala dinners and much more.

     

    Contact Details:

    12 Abbey Square, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2HU

    Tel:

    01244 324756

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  8. Grosvenor Museum

    Chester

    The Grosvenor Museum is full of surprises which tell the stories of Cheshire from pre-history to the 20th century.

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    Grosvenor Museum, Art Gallery
    Grosvenor Museum, Silver Gallery
    Grosvenor Museum, Chester
    Grosvenor Museum, Victorian Kitchen
    Grosvenor Museum, Stories in Stone
    Grosvenor Museum, Art Gallery
    Grosvenor Museum, Silver Gallery
    Grosvenor Museum, Chester
    Grosvenor Museum, Victorian Kitchen
    Grosvenor Museum, Stories in Stone

    Bring the family, dial your curiosity all the way up to eleven, and come and find out about the history, places and people of West Cheshire.

    To find our opening times please visit our website.

    If you need any assistance ahead of your visit, please ring us on  01244 972197 above or email us and we will be happy to help. Please do not email us unless you need assistance and are unable to ring us.

    Information on our other museums can be found on the West Cheshire Museums' homepage.

    Following current restrictions please note that face coverings must be worn in our museums at all times, unless you are exempt.  

    The Grosvenor Museum is full of surprises which tell the stories of Cheshire from pre-history to the 20th century.  Some of the surprises of the collections and displays are:

    - Trace fossils of a Chirotherium which wasn’t a dinosaur, but one of their ancestors. No skeletons have ever been found and these trace fossil footprints and tail marks are the only remains we have of this animal.

    - The kermadec petrel is a tropical seabird of the southern oceans. This was the first recorded kermadec petrel in Cheshire. It was found dead at Tarporley on April 1 1908. Nobody knows if this bird flew from the tropics by itself, or if it escaped or was released from captivity in this country.

    - A skeleton was discovered in the well of a Roman mansio just behind the museum. He was between 18 and 25 years old when he died signs on his upper arm bones show that he engaged in extreme physical activity from an early age, possibly as young as 12, which was the start of working life for Romans.

    - The Roman tombstones of the Sarmation horseman who wears a tall conical helmet with his cloak streaming behind him. He holds up a dragon standard which would have caught the wind in the dragon’s mouth and made a terrifying shrieking sound.

    - The Roman galleries explore Roman life  and death in the Roman fortress of Deva and display the largest group of Roman memorial stones from a single site in Britain.  The Museum contains 2 artistic references to the Ancient Greek myth of Actaeon – come & see if you can find both.

    - Nine room-sets illustrate changing fashions in domestic interiors from the 17th century to the 1920s.  One of our staff members says:  I love the Edwardian shower because every time I look at it I just imagine what it would have been like to use it.

    - Natural Cheshire has been designed with younger visitors in mind to explore area’s rich natural history. The Museum geology collection contains over 4,000 specimens including rocks, minerals & fossils!

    - The paintings and sculpture in the Art Gallery span half a millennium of art in Cheshire. ‘By a Mountain Stream, North Wales’ by William Huggins 1880. This painting contains a number of sheep... but how many? Staff and visitors alike are undecided!

    - Silver Gallery presents the definitive collection of Chester silver.  The bowl from this silver ‘coconut cup’ is made from a polished coconut shell… Amazing!

    The galleries have a range of interactive models, screens, dressing up and activities to make the visit enjoyable for all interests.

    There is an active programme of special exhibitions and events. See website for more information.

    Wheelchair access to the ground floor, including Exhibition Gallery One, Lecture Theatre and accessible toilet.  No lift to Art Gallery, Costume Gallery or Exhibition Gallery Two on first floor.

    There is a small café at the museum offering hot and cold drinks, and small snacks. For something more substantial there are many cafes, restaurants and pubs nearby. You are welcome to eat your packed lunch in the Kings Arms Kitchen, however please note there is no disabled access. The Kings Arms Kitchen is used by schools over lunch periods during term time.

    The Grosvenor Museum is a stone’s throw from the heart of the city and en route to the city walls.

    Contact Details:

    27 Grosvenor Street, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2DD

    Tel:

    01244 972197

    Website

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  9. Deva Roman Experience

    Chester

    The DEVA Roman Experience will take you on a voyage back through time 2000 years ago to Roman Britannia where the fortress of DEVA Victrix is welcoming visitors from far and wide.

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    Kyle Mac Photography
    Kyle Mac Photography

    The DEVA Roman Experience will take you on a voyage back through time 2000 years ago to Roman Britannia where the fortress of DEVA Victrix is welcoming visitors from far and wide. Join our legion and help us expand our mighty roman empire.

    Through a meticulously designed set, let our talented ensemble of characters immerse your senses in our Roman bath house, market street, and amphitheatre as you watch the drama unfold as Gladiators fight it out to the death!

    With 7 actor led shows, special effects, cutting edge projection mapping and REAL archaeology on site will you adjust to the Roman way of life or remain a measly pleb in the ways of the emperor?

    Visit today to experience the history of Roman Chester by putting yourself right in the middle, rather than just looking through glass.

    Discover Deva!

    Contact Details:

    Pierpoint Lane, Off Bridge Street, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1NL

    Tel:

    01244 343407

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  10. Sick to Death

    Chester

    Explore the gory story of medicine through time. Learn and laugh in a gross but family fun attraction.

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    Exhibition at Sick to Death
    Exterior of Sick to Death
    Three human skulls
    Exhibition at Sick to Death
    Exhibition at Sick to Death
    Exhibition at Sick to Death
    Exterior of Sick to Death
    Three human skulls
    Exhibition at Sick to Death
    Exhibition at Sick to Death

    Explore the gory story of medicine through time. Learn and laugh in a gross but family fun attraction.

    Sick to Death is a history of medicine attraction in Chester city centre, on the historic rows and within a 16th Century church. It offers a playground of plague with a smatter of splatter & a chance to poke into the medical past in a fun, interactive & unique learning experience. 

    Meet the Grim Reaper and Asclepius, the ancient Greek God of medicine as they guide you through the weird and wonderful history of medicine.

    Experience the past in a way that has never been done before!

    Explore the pestilence ridden “Diagnosis Alley”, taking care to avoid the deadly diseases which lurk on every surface. Will you survive?

    Examine the reason why autopsies were so important to furthering our understanding of the human body and maybe try performing one yourself?

    Why does the plague doctor where his strange mask?

    Enter the TURDIS the only time travelling toilet in existence!

    Quacks! who are the villains of medicine?

    Magic & Medicine – Are magic potions real?

    What does your poo say about you?

    Sex and the cyst (parental advisory)

    Much more …….

    Sick to Death is taking part in the Visit Britain National Lottery Campaign. Claim your voucher code and book your tickets here.

    Contact Details:

    St Michael's Church, Bridge Street Row East, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1NW

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  11. Storyhouse

    Chester

    ​​​​​​​Storyhouse is Chester’s multi award-winning £37m theatre, library, restaurant and cinema.

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    The Art Deco exterior of Storyhouse
    Inside the theatre at Storyhouse. c. Mark Carline
    Storyhouse’s restaurant The Kitchen has a menu celebrating the flavours of The Levant.
    Inside the Cinema at Storyhouse
    The Art Deco exterior of Storyhouse
    Inside the theatre at Storyhouse. c. Mark Carline
    Storyhouse’s restaurant The Kitchen has a menu celebrating the flavours of The Levant.
    Inside the Cinema at Storyhouse

     

    ** Accessible and Inclusive Award Winner at the Marketing Cheshire Tourism Awards 2022/23**

    Storyhouse is Chester’s multi award-winning £37m theatre, library, restaurant and cinema. The restored and revitalised 1930s Odeon building houses an 800-seat auditorium, a 150-seat studio theatre, a restaurant and two bars plus a 100-seat boutique, independent cinema. Alongside the building, Storyhouse run a series of festivals as well as Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre and Moonlight Flicks.

    Theatre During the autumn and spring, Storyhouse welcomes the best of the UK’s and international touring work, offering a programme of dance, opera, drama, comedy and music on the theatre’s 800-seat proscenium stage. In the summer and at Christmas-time, the theatre transforms into a 500 seat thrust stage, to present Storyhouse’s home produced shows.

    Library Storyhouse’s library weaves its way across the entire building. With dedicated reading rooms, spaces to meet and study and a  creative children’s library – the Den providing spaces for storytelling and imagination. 

    Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre Storyhouse also produces the award winning Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre – every Summer a corner of Chester’s Victorian park is transformed into a unique theatre- in- the- round, with a programme of Shakespeare and adaptations of children’s classics. Plus The Chester Literature Festival every November, and WayWord festival in February half term – plus a series of music concerts and film festivals throughout the year.

    The Kitchen  Storyhouse’s restaurant The Kitchen has a menu celebrating the flavours of The Levant.  Located in the heart of Storyhouse, it is a spacious in-house ground floor restaurant and bar. The Garret bar, situated on the fourth floor, boasts panoramic views across Chester.

    Click here to book tickets, or visit the Chester Visitor Information Centre.

    Contact Details:

    Hunter Street, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2AR

    Tel:

    01244 409113

    Website

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  12. Moonlight Flicks

    Chester

    Moonlight Flicks open air cinema finds a brand new home for summer 2024: Grosvenor Park!

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    Moonlight Flicks at The Dean's Field
    Moonlight Flicks at The Dean's Field

    Moonlight Flicks open air cinema finds a brand new home for summer 2024: Grosvenor Park!

    Storyhouse has brought open air cinematic experiences to unique settings throughout the region, from the Roman Gardens to Chester Cathedral, for the past 10 years. This summer for the very first time, the picturesque Grosvenor Park will set the scene for movie magic under the stars.

    Settle into a deckchair and be fully immersed with surround sound via headphones plus our giant 30 foot screen, with woodfired pizzas and frozen cocktails.

    Summer 2024 film line-up:

    Anyone But You - 13 July 2024 - 9.30pm

    Mamma Mia - 18 July 2024 - 9.30pm

    The Greatest Showman - 28 July 2024 - 9.15pm

    Grease - 31 July 2024 - 9.15pm

    Dirty Dancing - 4 August 2024 - 9pm

    The Rocky Horror Picture Show - 8 August 2024 - 9pm

    Pulp Fiction - 9 August 2024 - 9pm

    Barbie - 17 August 2024  - 9pm

    Wonka - 26 August 2024 - 8.15pm

    Moonlight Flicks: Stop Making Sense - 24 July 2024 - 9.15pm

    Directed by Jonathan Demme Starring David Byrne, Tina Weymouth, Chris Frantz,  Jerry Harrison

    The greatest concert film of all time, Stop Making Sense brings to the screen Talking Heads at Hollywood’s Pantages Theater in December 1983: David Byrne, Tina Weymouth, Chris Frantz, and Jerry Harrison, alongside an ecstatic ensemble of supporting musicians.

    Outdoor cinematic experiences at Grosvenor Park Open Air Theatre, promising a fresh and exhilarating atmosphere for film enthusiasts to enjoy their favourite movies under the stars.

    Order your pizzas!

    Moonlight Flicks' new home has its very own woodfired pizza oven - and pizza chefs! Pre-order to guarantee hot, fresh pizzas to settle down with.

    Order your drinks!

    Get the beers in or place a prosecco order and we'll have it waiting on ice for you when you arrive!

     

    Contact Details:

    Grosvenor Park, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1QQ

    Website

    Web Site

  13. Chester Cycle Tours

    Grosvenor Rd, Chester

    Chester Cycle Tours provide the bikes, you provide the pedal-power!

    Add Chester Cycle Tours to your Itinerary

    Chester Cycle Tours
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    The Chester Town Crier with Chester Cycle Tours
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    The Chester Town Crier with Chester Cycle Tours

    Chester Cycle Tours provide the bikes, you provide the pedal-power! Over 2 hours, you'll explore Chester's most fascinating places with views and landmarks you won’t see on a typical bus or walking tour. Travelling mainly on cycle friendly paths, at a leisurely pace, you’ll get a good-humoured look at Chester's fascinating history and attractions!

    Contact Details:

    Little Roodee Café, Little Roodee Carpark, Grosvenor Rd, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1SL

    Tel:

    07899050003

    Website

    Web Site

Itinerary Distances

FromToDistance * (metric)
Chester Visitor Information Centre (53.19105,-2.89212)The Chester Tour (53.19134,-2.89346)0.09
The Chester Tour (53.19134,-2.89346)Roman Soldier Tours (53.19105,-2.89212)0.09
Roman Soldier Tours (53.19105,-2.89212)City Sightseeing Open Top Tour (53.19047,-2.88896)0.2
City Sightseeing Open Top Tour (53.19047,-2.88896)ChesterBoat - Sightseeing River Cruises and Private Hire (53.18756,-2.88606)0.34
ChesterBoat - Sightseeing River Cruises and Private Hire (53.18756,-2.88606)Chester Rows (53.18865,-2.89191)0.37
Chester Rows (53.18865,-2.89191)Chester Cathedral (53.19166,-2.89121)0.3
Chester Cathedral (53.19166,-2.89121)Grosvenor Museum (53.18776,-2.89191)0.39
Grosvenor Museum (53.18776,-2.89191)Deva Roman Experience (53.18893,-2.8922)0.12
Deva Roman Experience (53.18893,-2.8922)Sick to Death (53.1902,-2.89142)0.14
Sick to Death (53.1902,-2.89142)Storyhouse (53.19195,-2.89214)0.18
Storyhouse (53.19195,-2.89214)Moonlight Flicks (53.18984,-2.8834)0.57
Moonlight Flicks (53.18984,-2.8834)Chester Cycle Tours (53.18595,-2.88981)0.55
Total Distance *3.32 miles
Estimated Journey Time6 minutes

* Approximate distance by road

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