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About Chester

A great deal is to be found in this pleasant City to connect Chester with its illustrious past but the source of its distinctive character, is the galleried tiers of shops known as - The Rows. There is something of great enchantment about these wonderful buildings that causes people from all over to visit time and time again.

Founded by the Romans nearly 2,000 years ago, Chester is the only City in England to have preserved its Medieval Walls in their entirety and they form parts of the original roman defences.

Chester was an important military station and trading town until the romans withdrew from Britain. History tells us that the site then became deserted and remained so for five centuries. Gradually, the Medieval town began to flourish as a Port until the silting of the Dee during the 15th-century brought a decline in trade. The City continued as a commercial centre and its fortunes revived during the rich 18th and 19th-centuries.

To-day, there remains many beautiful buildings from all periods of Chester's long history. The handsome, sandstone Cathedral dates from the 14th-century. It is noted for its intricate and richly carved woodwork, the Lady Chapel and the Cloisters. Of the Black and White buildings to be seen, the most outstanding are - God's Providence House, Bishop Lloyd's House and Old Leche House and there are many old timbered inns. The ornate clock above Eastgate was erected to commemorate Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. Among the city's other attractions are several interesting museums.

Chester is a lively, bustling city, in which you will find much of interest to occupy your time. It offers the visitor every possible facility from genteel gardens to nightlife and the shopping experience is superb. Chester's adjacent countryside is quiet and peaceful with some pretty spots in which to tarry and enjoy a picnic. Close-by there is a Battle site dating 1645 and this is surrounded by a host of pretty villages.

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Hotels & Accommodation in Chester

	Crowne Plaza Chester Trinity Street, Chester, Cheshire, England (0.2 miles, 0.4 km) The Crowne Plaza Chester is situated within the walls of this historic and beautiful city. The 160 bedroom hotel offers a contemporary restaurant and bar, offering a diverse menu of food & wine. I... More info and book online.. Price from £75.00
	The Chester Grosvenor And Spa Eastgate Street, Eastgate, Chester, Cheshire, England (0.3 miles, 0.4 km) Situated in the heart of historic Chester, this is the only 5 red star hotel in the north-west of England. The hotel is owned and named after the family of the Duke of Westminster. 80 individually ... More info and book online.. Price from £159.00
	The Blossoms Hotel St John St, Chester, Cheshire, England (0.3 miles, 0.5 km) Chester’s oldest hotel recently completed a multimillion pound refurbishment. This stylish city centre hotel features new rooms, as well as a modern design palate with a traditional hint. The hotel ... More info and book online.. Price from £85.00
	Mill Hotel & Spa Milton Street, Chester, Cheshire, England (0.3 miles, 0.5 km) The Mill Hotel & Spa is a City Centre Hotel located alongside the Shropshire Union Canal. Five options to Dine, including the Award winning Canaletto Restaurant, Brasserie Flambe Steak Restaurant, Pep... More info and book online.. Price from £60.00
	Express By Holiday Inn Chester Racecourse The Racecource, New Crane Street, Chester, Cheshire, England (0.4 miles, 0.6 km) The Express by Holiday Inn is uniquely situated within the historic grounds of Chester Racecourse. Within 500 yards of the vibrant and picturesque city centre. Express by Holiday Inn Chester - Racec... More info and book online.. Price from £80.00

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Nearby travel help

Bache Station	(0.6 miles, 0.9 km)
Chester Station	(0.7 miles, 1.1 km)
M53 Junction 12	(2.1 miles, 3.5 km, direction NE)
M53 Junction 11 / M56 Junction 15	(3.9 miles, 6.3 km, direction N)
Liverpool John Lennon Airport	(9.8 miles, 15.7 km, direction N)
Manchester Airport	(28.3 miles, 45.5 km, direction NE)
Chester to London	(165.2 miles, 265.7 km, direction SE)