Day 2
Chester’s heritage is arguably its most valuable asset. It makes the city a great place in which to live and work, and a wonderful place to visit. Whether you are a resident or a visitor you will find plenty to interest you in the Festival programme.
Please take full advantage of this opportunity to immerse yourselves in 2000 years of history and heritage.
Please note that many events must be booked in advance by calling 01244 972210
The Chester Tour: Guided Walks are daily from 20th July – 25th July, 10.30am and 2.00pm. An introduction to the city’s heritage led by a member of the Guild of Tour Guides. Meet you Guide in the Visitor Information Centre at the Town Hall for the start of the tour. Booking not necessary. The standard prices for walks lead by the Guild of Chester Tour Guides are; Adults £7, concessions £6, families £16. Please pay the Guide on arrival. Booking not necessary.
Friday 21st July 2017:
Riverside Walk:
Peter Allman of the Guild of Chester Tour Guides will lead you along Chester’s beautiful riverside and Groves, bringing to life the past 2000 year history of the River Dee. Meet at 11.30am outside The Bear & Billet pub in Lower Bridge Street. The standard prices for walks lead by the Guild of Chester Tour Guides are; Adults £7, concessions £6, families £16. Please pay the Guide on arrival. Booking not necessary.
A Child-Friendly Ghost Tour:
Join Ann Cameron of the Guild of Chester Tour Guides for spine-chilling tales on a walking tour of Chester’s dark and murky past – and present! Meet 4.00pm outside the Visitor Information Centre at the Town Hall. The standard prices for walks lead by the Guild of Chester Tour Guides are; Adults £7, concessions £6, families £16. Please pay the Guide on arrival. Booking essential.
Chester Ghost Tour:
Explore Chester’s haunted history on a walking tour led by the Guild of Chester Tour Guides. Meet 7.30pm outside the Visitor Information Centre at the Town Hall. The standard prices for walks lead by the Guild of Chester Tour Guides are; Adults £7, concessions £6, families £16. Please pay the Guide on arrival. Booking essential.
Bishop Lloyd’s House Party:
Join Civic Trust members and guests for an evening of Jacobean prose, poetry and music accompanied by food and drinks from the period. 7.30pm at Bishop Lloyd’s Palace. Tickets £12. Booking essential.
