Chester City Walls

Vicar's Lane, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 1QX

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The city walls are the oldest, longest and most complete in Britain, parts of which are almost 2000 years old.

Chester is the only city in Britain that retains the full circuit of its ancient defensive walls. Walking the complete circuit gives wondrous views down into the city and gives a fantastic insight into Chester's long history. The main access onto the walls is at each of the four main gateways - Northgate, Eastgate, Watergate and Bridgegate, plus there are many other steps around the city, some including accessible ramps.

Please note: Access to The Walls, Northgate

The steps to the right of the Northgate will remain open which means pedestrians will be able to gain access to the wall at that point if they want to walk clockwise (towards King Charles Tower).  Pedestrians walking anticlockwise from KCT will be diverted off the walls at the right hand steps and taken to the next set of steps at Morgan's Mount.  It won't be possible to keep a through route open along the wall as part of the wall and core needs to be carefully dismantled.

 

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Opening Times

Unlimited access, all year (1 Jan 2023 - 31 Dec 2023)

Awards

  • Regional and MiscellaneousChester Attractions Group Member Chester Attractions Group Member 2016

Directions

Road Directions

Surrounding Chester, the walls can be accessed at a number of points around the city.

Public Transport Directions

Only 2 minutes walk from Chester Town Hall; 15 minutes walk from Chester Railway Station

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    Recent Reviews:

    • lakeslass1
      Lake District, United Kingdom
      Great viewpoints
      5 of 5 stars
      Sunday, 5th November 2023
      The city walls offered a great perspective on the city with many stunning photo ops and historical points of interest. A great way to get to know the city better! Read full review
    • Coastal56907746260
      Bracknell, United Kingdom
      Well worth a visit
      4 of 5 stars
      Tuesday, 7th November 2023
      Great way to get and over view of the old town and find all the interesting and historical sites. Can be quite narrow in parts, but plenty of places to get on and off it around the town. Read full review
    • H9997
      Ashton-under-Lyne, United Kingdom
      Fabulous
      5 of 5 stars
      Monday, 27th November 2023
      What a fantastic walk around the city walls of Chester,takes about an hour or so and plenty to see. The Roman gardens were especially good.The city itself is lovely plenty to do eat,drink etc. A must... Read full review

    Facilities

    Accessibility

    • Ramp / Level Access

    Provider Facilities

    • Dogs Accepted

    Contact Us

    Tel: 01244 351609

    Tel: 01244 351609

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