Chester Castle
Vicky Andrews
Chester Castle was founded by William the Conqueror in 1070 and became the administrative centre of the earldom of Chester.
What's on near Chester Castle
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The Parent Agency at Storyhouse
David Baddiel teams up with Dan Gillespie-Sells (Everybody’s Talking About Jamie) to bring his best-selling children’s book to the stage.
from £23.50
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Shirley Valentine at Liverpool Everyman
Willy Russell’s one-woman show comes home to Liverpool Everyman, bringing the perfect ending to the theatre’s 60th birthday year.
from £11.00
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Art Plays Games at FACT
Art Plays Games is a new show at FACT, celebrating games created by digital artists and independent video game developers.
free entry
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The Plant that Stowed Away at TATE Liverpool
Tate Liverpool’s new multimedia exhibition ‘The Plant that Stowed Away’ explores connections between port cities, migration, and nature using the works in its collection.
free entry
Introduction to UV Screen Printing at Bluecoat
Get to grips with the basics of UV screen printing with a day long introductory course at the Bluecoat.
from £70.00
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But Does It Speak? at the Bluecoat
The new year at the Bluecoat starts with a brand new season of screenings, workshops and events from artists who utilise written and spoken word. But Does It Speak? Runs…
free entry
Poor Artists: The White Pube in Conversation with Frances Disley
The White Pube (Gabrielle de la Puente and Zarina Muhammad), visit the Bluecoat to discuss their debut book Poor Artists
from £5.00
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The Merchant of Venice 1936 at Liverpool Playhouse
Tracy-Ann Oberman will reprise her role of Shylock in the acclaimed production of The Merchant of Venice 1936 when it tours to Liverpool Playhouse early next year.
from £11.00Where to go near Chester Castle
Chester
Grosvenor Museum
Discover Grosvenor Museum, from Roman artefacts to silver hallmarked in Chester, the Grosvenor Museum explores the rich history of Chester and the surrounding areas.
Chester
Oddfellows
Oddfellows hotel inhabits a Georgian townhouse right bang in the middle of Chester, only moments away from the river.
Chester
Dewa Roman Experience
Dewa Roman Experience occupies a unique site at the heart of the original legionary fortress. In 1991 archaeologists discovered remains of the fortress on this site and the excavations have been left open for public viewing.
Cheshire
St Mary’s Creative Space
St Mary’s Creative Space in Cheshire is a rehearsal and exhibition space which regularly has exciting projects on for the public.
Chester
St Mary’s Creative Space
St Mary’s is a fantastic rehearsal, performance and exhibition space right in the heart of Chester, and is available to the whole community.
Chester
Roman Gardens
Chester’s Roman Gardens are a pleasant place for a stroll and during the summer months the place to watch a film at the annual, outdoor, Moonlight Flicks cinema programme.
Chester
Weasel and the Bug
Weasel and The Bug believe that you should buy well and pass on, and that toys should be powered by children, not batteries. Taking care of the planet is a priority for many parents and pleasingly, Weasel and The Bug only stock products which are sustainably sourced.
Chester
The Antiques Shop
The Antiques Shop is housed within the Rows of Chester and has been owned and run by the same antiques dealer for nearly 30 years, selling British antiques and vintage items.
Cheshire
Watergate Street Gallery
This contemporary Art Gallery In Chester displays and sells original and affordable works, with regular new exhibitions listed on their website.
Chester
Chester Rows
Renowned for some of the most elegant shopping streets in the world, Chester Rows has historic appeal and is one of the best of its kind.
Chester
Edgar House
Edgar House is a fine period Georgian house which has been lovingly refurbished to create Chester’s award winning premier small luxury hotel – just for adults.
Chester
Upstairs At The Grill
Steakhouse and friendly cocktail bar, specialising in local produce.
Cheshire District Guides
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