Heritage Chester - 48 hours in the city

Day 1:

Visit Chester Cathedral, St Werburgh Street, Chester CH1 2HU

Experience history, worship and culture at Chester Cathedral with a guided tour. A place of heritage, community, and faith in the heart of the city.

Opening times: Mon – Sat 9.30am - 6pm, Sunday 10am – 6pm.

NB: Sometimes opening times vary due to special events and services. Please check for closure notices before your visit here.

Tours of Chester Cathedral 

Visit Grosvenor Museum, 27 Grosvenor Street, Chester, CH1 2DD

The Grosvenor Museum houses collections exploring the history of Chester, its art and silver heritage, and its natural history. Find out about life during the Roman military occupation and visit the Period House, with rooms from the 17th century to the 1920s.

Admission to the museum is free, however we welcome a suggested donation of £3 per person.

Open: Tuesday to Saturday, 10.30am – 5pm, Sunday, 1pm – 4pm. Closed on Monday, but we are open on Bank Holiday Mondays.

Group visits

1pm: Afternoon Tea: The Queen at Chester Hotel, 52 City Road, Chester, CH1 3AH

(NB: option for coach to pick up group and take to Queen Hotel)

Enjoy the most quintessential of English customs with Afternoon Tea served in the V&A Lounge. Consisting of a selection of finger Sandwiches, warm scones with jam & clotted cream, mini cakes and a range of teas. Or you can upgrade to a Prosecco Afternoon Tea to include a glass of Prosecco. Discounts for group bookings.

Group Visits

4pm: Roman Soldier Tour: Depart from: DEVA Roman Discovery Centre, Pierpoint Lane Chester CH1 1NL

Take part in a walking tour guided by a Roman Soldier for groups of more than 10.  Learn what it was like living as a soldier in the Roman city of DEVA almost 2000 years ago! Learn how to make battle formations and so much more!

Roman Soldier Walking Tours of Chester 

7pm: Evening meal options:

Artezzan, Pepper Street, Chester, CH1 1DF

Artezzan takes an honest approach to mediterranean inspired food served in a modern, fresh, feel-good way. Offering a unique dining and drinking experience celebrating an authentic mediterranean taste in spacious surroundings perfect for your group.

Artezzan Restaurant & Bar

Chester Market, Exchange Square, Northgate Street, Chester, CH1 2AR

Chester's award-winning market offers a vibrant selection of produce and goods together with a fantastic choice of authentic global foods all under one roof. Open Tues – Sun throughout the day and evening, with a choice of seating areas, inside and al fresco, natural light, stylish oak stalls and fully accessible.

Chester Market

STAY OPTIONS:

Leonardo Hotel Chester, Pepper Street, Chester, CH1 1DW

Nestled within the historic Roman walls on Pepper Street, Leonardo Hotel Chester offers a serene escape in the heart of the city. This modernly designed hotel features 94 stylish and spacious rooms perfect for groups.

Leonardo Hotel Chester

Crowne Plaza Chester, Trinity Street, Chester, CH1 2BD

Conveniently located in the city centre, with leisure club, pool and sauna. A perfect base for your stay in Chester and includes accessible rooms.

Crowne Plaza Chester

The Chester Grosvenor, Eastgate Street, Chester, CH1 1LT

5-star luxurious hotel located in the heart of Chester overlooking the famous Eastgate Clock offering delicious all-day dining with a glamorous Champagne and cocktail bar.

The Grosvenor Hotel

Day two:

Walk the walls/Roman Amphitheatre & Roman Gardens

Walk along the Roman walls which were originally built to protect Deva Victrix and admire views of the city, the River Dee and various historic landmarks. Visit the the largest known Roman amphitheatre in Britain, used for military training, gladiatorial combat, and public events. And finally adjacent to the walls, the Roman Gardens which were created in the 1950s using real Roman artifacts and architectural fragments found in Chester. Enjoy the peaceful green space and reconstructed hypocaust (underfloor heating system).

Lunch - options:

The Forge, Grosvenor Park Road, Chester, CH1 1QQ

Situated in the heart of the city, The Forge Restaurant is one of Chester’s best restaurants with delicious food and unrivalled service. The Forge offers a distinctive setting where fire-cooked food and warm hospitality come together with rustic charm.  It’s the ideal backdrop for your group visit.

The Forge Chester 

Bar Lounge, Lower Watergate Street, Chester, CH1

Centrally located, and the perfect place to enjoy some nibbles or a full meal in the restaurant; there are plenty of food options for your group.

BarLounge

Boat trip on the River Dee with Chester Boat. The Groves, Chester, CH1 1SZ

Chester Boat offers a variety of boat trips on the beautiful River Dee, with half-hour, two-hour,and private evening cruises, there’s a River Dee cruise to suit every itinerary. Groups of 20 or more benefit from 10% off, and on weekdays 1 person sails free for every 20. Sailings can be arranged outside of normal timetable to fit into your itinerary.

Group Bookings