Chester, a place of historical, political and architectural interest, centre of fine dining for over 2000 years. Explore it with Mary Ann Cameron as your Guide.
The Walls of Chester and Derry/Londonderry:
- Chester s protect those inside from invaders; Derry s protect the invaders from those kept outside
- Chester s built over time; Derry s by the English in the 17th C
- Derry s are really, really steep!
- both give great views tho.
The Chester Folk Festival banners have come down from their perches around Chester and are now going to have a well-deserved rest until May 2026. They re already excited at the line-up for next year s festival and will keep their eyes on @ChesterFolkFestival for more bookings!
Drove through Chester last night expecting to see ghosts waltzing under the Clock - thank you An Croenen for the lovely image. Been some great music this weekend in front of the wonderful Folk Festival banner and continues today in great form until late.Come join us in Kelsall!
Chester's Norman Earls were ambitious, ruthless and larger than life - and they shaped this city forever 🏰
Guided walk with Corinne Loison, from the Military Museum to the Cathedral. 25 May | 2:30pm
🎟️ https://t.co/cLuqwGO3BZ
#CHF2026#Chester@VisitChester@ShitChester
Two hidden gems on Chester's city walls open this Sunday, both FREE! 🏰
👑 King Charles Tower: did Charles I really watch his army fall at Rowton Moor from here? 11am–1pm
📷 Camera Obscura: one of only 21 in the UK, on top of a medieval tower since 1840. 11:15am–1:15pm
And the fun has started! The good people of Kelsall are selling home made cakes and savouries, passing strangers are being enticed into a Morris Dancer session and at St Phillip s church one lady has found the meaning of life(the cinnamon buns!) Soup and scone for me!
Do you remember Brown’s of Chester? ❤️
Join former staff member Maria Barnard for a nostalgic talk celebrating one of Chester’s most iconic landmarks.
🎤 Talking Chester | Sat 23 May
🎟️ Book here: https://t.co/HKk474QkSe
I’ll be hosting this panel discussion on Tuesday, May 26 at 6.45pm in the refectory @ChesterCath. Free to attend - come and ask questions of our expert panel including Chester ghost tour guide Mary Ann Cameron, author of Chester, City of Ghosts.
A qualified guide will show you the delights of this historic city every day, starting at 10.30am and 2pm from the Town Hall square. These birds, however, prefer the calm of the nature reserve of Chester Zoo, the biggest in the country. https://t.co/aQffdyVDIq
Wrexham, not far down the A483 from #Chester, is alive with music all weekend in lots of venues. This is a sample of what a on offer tonight at St Giles.
May is National Walking Month 2026 - why not join me on a Chester Tour walking tour? I am the @ChesterTour guide on 4 May at 10.30am; 16 May at 10.30am / 2pm & 22 May at 2pm. Book online via The Chester Tour or join me by the red pillar box outside the Town Hall
Ginger Monkey not only provides a superb and healthy breakfast when you ve dropped your car off at Peacock’s garage, it also has the best kids’ menu I ve ever seen! https://t.co/AIqmHz5dXK
It s Spot the Banner time again! There are 10 Chester Folk Festival Banners now in Chester. The first to spot all 10 will get an ice cream or drink at the Chester Folk Festival Friday May 22 - Monday May 25. It s going to be a great weekend for music and dance! And food…
Shot Tower Opening Again this Saturday! 🏭
Explore the Leadworks Shot Tower, one of the oldest of its kind, and discover the city’s industrial past.
Hear first-hand stories from former workers and learn how the factory once operated.
📆 Sat 2 May
🕐 10:00–16:00