The Heart of Chester Walking Tour - Guided Walk
Description
A Walk Through History Experience romantic Chester and hear stories of the lives and loves of the people who have lived here over the centuries, in a way that only an experienced guide can tell. Let Chester cast its spell on you; a glorious, ancient city with a rare elegance in its beautifully preserved old buildings. From its beginnings as a city of Legions and the cross roads of the British Isles to what is now a lively city with energy in its air, yet also mature and relaxed. The sense that most of England's history is encapsulated here in its broad, cobbled, picturesque streets and its profusion of Rows. Take the stress out of the planning and book 'The Heart of Chester Walking Tour', taking in the centre of the city and ensuring that you don’t miss those headline sights, allowing time for photographic opportunities and creating your own memories. Private tours can be accommodated.
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Itinerary
The Town Hall square will be the starting point of our adventure. Imagine a scene and a place and tread with me in the location of their stories, a Roman Fortress, a medieval abbey, Chesters gothic style town hall.
Chester Cathedral and surrounding area -A Mercian princess and a talking goose! A Norman Earl, the Wolf with the power to make and break Laws. A survivor of the Dissolution frenzy. A Victorian facelift.
From the lives of everyday folk and their medieval houses, to the homes of the landed gentry with townhouses and mansions to impress.
Throughout the four main streets that lead to The Cross -Experience Chester as a medieval city, a major trading hub, a fortress for a legion and a base for armies.
Chesters iconic Eastgate clock and surroundings - Stand on the walls of the city; originally for defence, they kept enemies at bay and later became a grand promenade.
Famous for its unique Rows, incredible architecture and its historic streets. Visitors from all over the world come here to admire its ancient beauty. Chester is also a city of stories, some of adversity, some of adventure and some of love. A modern thriving and bustling city with fabulous shops, bars and restaurants in fascinating historic buildings.
Medieval markets, cock and bull stories, a Roman headquarters and buskers delight.
Eastgate Street and Bridge Street - Chester is a 'City of Love'. Discover the heart of this ancient and romantic city.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Private tours can be arranged (with accessibility for wheelchair if required).
- There are steps to climb on the tour.
Reviews(113)
Although I have lived local to Chester for many years and visit the City often I’d never taken a tour - at £15 for 90 minutes of wonderful history insights to this beautiful City is a definite bargain - the time went so quickly but at a pace that allowed you to take in all the information. Caroline was an enthusiastic tour guide who really cared about her group and subject - thank you
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a real pleasure to share Chester’s history with you, especially knowing you have visited the city for so many years. I’m delighted you enjoyed the pace of the tour and found it both engaging and worthwhile. It means a great deal to hear your thoughts.
Excellent introduction to the city, its history dating back to the Romans, how it declined through the Middle Ages, and its resurgence to what it is today. Learnt so much about the city, the link with the Duke of Westminster, why Prince William is the Duke of Chester, the first ever shopping mall in the world.... It was so interesting and the pace was just right. Phil was engaging and considerate of the group. We stopped at some great photo locations as well. Highly recommend.
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. I’m really pleased you enjoyed the tour and that you found it both interesting and enjoyable from start to finish. It was a pleasure showing you around Chester, and I’m glad the pace worked well and that we had time to stop for a few photos along the way. Your recommendation means a great deal, and I hope to welcome you back in the future—there are always more stories to tell.
Very hot day in Chester. Caroline was very considerate with showing us the Eastgate clock, The rows, and outside of Chester Cathedral, while finding areas of shade and even stopped when we wanted ice cream. She drew us a historical timeline of the context and sights. Unfortunately that we could not see some of the sights due to the heat, but I appreciated the time take to highlight and abbreviate the tour for our comfort!
I’m so pleased you enjoyed your time exploring Chester with me, especially on such a warm day! My aim is always to make the experience as enjoyable and comfortable as possible, so I’m glad the adjusted pace and extra shade made a difference. Thank you for your understanding about adapting the route to suit the conditions.
Phillip was very knowledgeable and engaging, he took us places we wouldn’t have seen otherwise. The tour was just the right length to keep us all interested too.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. I’m delighted you enjoyed the tour and that I could show you some of Chester’s hidden gems. I really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
A very enjoyable and informative tour of Chester with Phil. Not just a standard tour but a slightly deeper dive into why and how Chester became so strategically and commercially important. Well worth the time and not too spenny.
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind review. It was a pleasure meeting you and sharing the city with you. I’m always pleased when visitors leave with a greater appreciation of Chester and its remarkable past. Your recommendation means a great deal and is a huge help to a small independent guide. I hope you enjoy the rest of your traveIs.
A very informative, interesting and entertaining tour. Our guide was delightful. We highly recommend the tour.
Thank you so much for your kind review. I’m delighted to hear that you found the tour informative and interesting, It was a pleasure sharing Chester’s history and stories with you. Thank you for your recommendation—it really means a lot.
On the 22nd of May my wife and I took the heart of Chester walking tour with Caroline at 13.00. It was amazing Caroline was so knowledgeable about the history of the city from the early days to the present day. Her information of the city was a pleasure to listen to. Well done Caroline
Thank you so much for your kind review. I’m delighted that you and your wife enjoyed your time exploring Chester with me. I enjoy sharing the city’s fascinating history and stories, so it’s wonderful to hear that you found the tour both enjoyable and informative. I really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.
Caroline was our tour guide. She was excellent! - knowledgable and entertaining. I told her before we set off that I had a visual problem and she helped greatly by waiting for me each time and making sure I was alright. She kept all the group together and gave clear instructions.
Thank you so much for your kind review. It was such a pleasure to meet you and to have you as part of such a lovely group on the tour. I’m really happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience and felt well looked after throughout the walk. Wishing you all the very best.
Very good general overview of the history of Chester, from the Romans on. Took us to various sites, and pointed out lots of little things that we otherwise would never had noticed. Excellent communication, and happy to answer questions. Provided good opportunities for photos. A nice leisurely walking tour. Pretty small group as well.
Thank you so much for your lovely review. I'm delighted that you enjoyed exploring Chester’s history with me and that the tour helped you spot details you might otherwise have missed. I really appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you again in the future.
Excellent guided tour with our guide Caroline. Very knowledgeable, full of interesting facts and stories about Chester through the ages. Lots of things we would not have spotted ourselves. Well worth it. Highly recommended
Thank you so much for your lovely review. I'm delighted you enjoyed The Heart of Chester Walking Tour it’s wonderful to hear that my stories and insights helped bring the city to life for you. Chester is full of hidden details and fascinating history, I’m especially pleased you discovered things you might otherwise have missed.
