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The black-and-white Rows on Bridge Street, Chester, with St Peter's Church at the end

Chester guides from your local host.

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Christmas in Chester

The Christmas Market runs 18 November to 22 December 2026. Come for the lights and the market, then home to a warm, quiet house.Read the Christmas guide

First time visiting Chester

Tips from a Chester local

  1. The Chester overview How the walls, Rows and river fit together
  2. What's on in Chester The events calendar for the next twelve months
  3. A two-day historic Chester itinerary Two easy days that cover the best of the city

Plan your Chester days

Chester visitor guides from a local family, hosting here since 2019. Each section opens to show its guides. The small icons show which may suit families, couples or friends.

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History and culture

Curated history and culture within a short walk of the door: the Roman walls, the Rows, the Cathedral and Christmas in the city.9 guides
The Eastgate Clock above the street with timber-framed buildingsThe Chester overview How the historic centre fits together, and which anchors to choose firstChristmas in Chester The market, the lights and a calm baseA quieter couples break One unhurried day, a riverside walk and somewhere good to eatA two day historic Chester itinerary The walls and the Rows at an easy pace, not a checklistChester's Roman amphitheatre with autumn trees and St John's church behindHistoric Chester, age by age From Roman fortress to Victorian clock, all on footThe Chester walking map 66 places, each with its walking time from the front doorChester facts to impress your family Every fact checked against the official recordsChester for teenagers A walls walk with gross facts, things to spot and photo challengesPlay our free Chester games Pin it, Connections and more, new daily

Food, drink and shops

A warm Chester welcome: cafés, pubs and family meals, and the independent shops in the Rows.5 guides
Cafés, coffee and breakfast The Rows, Chester Market and Storyhouse, compared honestlyPubs, bars and Chester evenings Historic rooms, wine, local beer and pre theatre choicesFamily friendly restaurants Pizza, riverside tables and Sunday lunch for every ageIndependent shops and markets The Rows, books, art, gifts and current market datesAfternoon tea in Chester A monks' dining hall, a medieval house and local bakes

Parks, river, seasons and days out

Fresh air to restore you. The parks and the River Dee, Chester through the seasons, and days out to Chester Zoo, the coast and North Wales.9 guides
A relaxing break in Chester Daily walks, quiet old places and slow evenings togetherThe Eastgate Clock arch over the street on a winter dayWinter in Chester Short days planned well, with warm stopsVisit Chester Zoo from a central home A separate zoo day, then back to your own space in ChesterParks, river and picnic spaces Grosvenor Park, the Groves and the Meadows, with the practical detailAutumn in Chester Golden river walks, race days and ghost storiesRed-sandstone Newgate arch over Pepper Street framed by spring blossomSpring in Chester Blossom, gardens and lighter eveningsSummer in Chester The river, open air theatre and long daysDay trips from Chester North Wales, the coast or Liverpool, and home to Chester by eveningSeven days in North Wales by train A week's journey: Chester, the Welsh coast and castles, then Manchester

Your home in Chester

The comfort of a whole home, and the practical detail that makes a stay here easy.5 guides
Choosing a holiday let The location, the rooms, the full price, and when a hotel suits you betterChester without a car Arrive by train, shop on foot and reach the coast for days outFamily breaks in Chester Roman stones, river boats, parks and the zoo, with a cot ready at homeA sensory friendly stay Soft light, weighted blankets, keyless arrival and adjustments on requestA greener Chester stay Refills, simple recycling and a car free stay by the river
Season quiz

Which season suits your Chester break?

Seven quick questions, then the season we would pick for you and three things to do.

Quick answers about Chester.

How far is the house from the sights?

The house is inside the city walls on Steele Street. The steps up onto the walls are 2 minutes away, the Rows 5, the river at the Old Dee Bridge 5 and the Cathedral 8. Booking direct includes one free private parking space, so the car can rest all week.
See Chester without a car

What can we do in Chester when it rains?

The Rows, Chester's covered galleries above the main streets, keep you dry first. One indoor anchor fills the rest: the Cathedral, the Grosvenor Museum, Storyhouse or Chester Market.
Plan a weather-ready day

When is the best time to visit Chester?

Each season has its own draw. Spring brings blossom and gardens, summer the river and open-air theatre, autumn golden trees and calmer streets, and the run-up to Christmas the market and the lights. Winter is quieter, with warm stops between short walks.
Spring in Chester
Summer in Chester
Autumn in Chester
Christmas in Chester

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