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Things to do in Chester
06:00, 28 FEB 2026
'Hidden gem' Chester rated best UK city break for 2026
Things to do in Chester
This is the only UK destination that has perfectly preserved city walls - and you can follow them all the way around
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Underrated hiking spot 1 hour from Cheshire that 'feels like US national park'
Things to do in Chester
The underrated park, which is less than an hour's drive away from Chester, boasts sandstone cliffs, caves, a grotto and plenty more. Its beauty and vast trees have even seen it compared to American national parks
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'Hidden' nature walk 1 hour from Cheshire with scenic views and Roman ruins
Things to do in Chester
This three-mile step-free circular walk features a National Trust sky garden, Roman ruins and canal-side views, with self-guided routes available on the Go Jauntly app
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'Magical' kids park with mini tractors and award winning bacon butty less than 1 hour from Chester
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As well as fun for the kids, there is award-winning coffee, ice cream and bacon butties to be enjoyed by parents and caregivers alike
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New £5 'Chester in an hour' ticket launched as city sightseeing bus tours return
Things to do in Chester
"We’re giving even more people the chance to experience the magic of our city"
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Pub crawl couple rate 38 Chester boozers during 'wonderful' two-day city stay
Pubs in Chester
They've now visited more than 5,000 UK pubs
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The six Chester takeaways and restaurants with the worst hygiene standards
Restaurants in Chester
Thankfully for customers, only one venue got zero stars
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Chester's most hygienic restaurants and takeaways that all received five-star ratings in 2024
Restaurants in Chester
These eateries all received impeccable cleanliness scores in 2024
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Former TalkSPORT presenter Mike "Porky" Parry offering free drinks for 70th bash
Pubs in Chester
Mike began his career at the Chester Chronicle
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Historic Wilmslow attraction given stunning Halloween makeover
Halloween
Organisers are promising a trailed 'filled with spooky fun for everyone'
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Nantwich prepares for Food Festival return
Nantwich
The free-to-enter festival runs from Friday August 30 to Sunday September 1
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Subterranean shop and bar 'the latest in a long line selling posh booze to Cestrians'
Things to do in Chester
The 13th century undercroft has been used as a wine shop since 1870
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Chester Racecourse Ladies Day promises a spectacular showcase of racing and fashion, featuring music from Ella Henderson
Things to do in Chester
The highlight of many a racegoer's calendar takes place on August 31 this year
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Opening date set for Chester's new 'German-themed axe throwing' venue
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Axt Haus due to launch with promise it's 'going to be the place to be'
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5 outdoor swimming locations open now in Cheshire
What's On
From rare brine pools to wild swim sessions in vast lakes, the county offers a host of opportunities for outdoor swimming
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20 photos of Chester's annual Duck Race ahead of 10th anniversary return this weekend
Things to do in Chester
In anticipation of the race this weekend, we present these images from our archive of Duck Races past
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Couple 'took a chance' and came out of retirement to open much-loved Cheshire shop
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Barry and Gill Williams say they "never looked back" after opening Widnes Model Centre
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The Boodles May Festival makes a stunning return to Chester Racecourse
Chester Racecourse
Create an unforgettable socialising experience with Chester Racecourse's only three-day festival
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Chester Zoo's 'Lanterns and Light' trail will be 'biggest and brightest' - and it opens tomorrow
Chester Zoo
The trail features ultraviolet rainforests, new interactive animal characters, a walkway of giant- pea-lit animals and the world's first first giant 3D interactive woolly mammoth hologram
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The 15 Cheshire pubs added to CAMRA Good Beer Guide 2024
Pubs in Chester
Seventy-one pubs across the county have been included in the guide.
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People's 10 favourite cheap eats in Cheshire - including one now sadly lost gem
Things to do in Chester
We unfortunately said goodbye to one of them earlier this month
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What’s on at Walton Hall and Gardens this autumn
Things to do in Chester
Set within acres of tranquil and idyllic parkland, and steeped in history, there is a huge range of attractions for families to enjoy at Walton Hall and Gardens
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Six outdoor pools and water parks in Cheshire
Swimming
It's been perfect weather to enjoy these outdoor pools around Cheshire
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Chester Racecourse welcomes back the popular Boodles May Festival
Chester Racecourse
The three-day festival offers adrenalin-inducing races, quality food and drink, and plenty of socialising
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