Beeston Castle
Nr Tarporley
Built in the 1220's by the 7th Earl of Chester, to be part of the Welsh Border Defences, it was last used for military purposes during the civil war. Built on a sandstone outcrop, it affords an incredible view over the Cheshire Plain.

Cheshire Workshops
Burwardsley
See the largest manufacturer of handcarved candles in Europe, gift shop sells hundreds of gifts as well as the decorative candles.

Chester Cathedral
Abbey Street
Tel: 01244 324765
Open daily 9 - 5. Admission free.

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Chester Zoo
Chester Zoo is one of the most famous zoos in Britain. It is set in 110 acres of beautiful, landscape gardens which are outstanding in their own right.
The Zoo houses many rare and exotic animals in spacious, well designed enclosures. Chester Zoo is an experience that any visitor would find unforgettable.

King Charles Tower
King Charles Tower is situated on the north-east side of the Roman fortress. Its name is derived from the belief that Charles I watched his troops' progress at the Battle of Rowton Moor from here in 1645. It was also known as the Newton Tower, as it overlooks Newton and also the Phoenix Tower after the emblem above its door. The badge represents the painters, glaziers, stationers and embroiders guild, who used the tower as their meeting place.

The Grosvenor Museum
Contains many relics from Chester's past, especially the Roman era. There is a book and souvenir shop which sells replicas of Roman coins and prints of old Chester.

Cheshire Millitary Museum
This museum is part of the Chester Castle complex. It displays memorabilia pertaining to regiments with Cheshire connections.
Chester Castle - off Grosvenor Road.
Tel: 01244 327 617
Open daily 9 - 5. Admission charge.

Chester Castle
City Centre
The castle was originally founded by William The Conquerer in 1069, but now only the original gatehouse survives. The present building is a marvellous example of Greek Revival architecture. The castle has an exhibition illustrating its 900 year history.

On The Air Broadcasting Museum

Chester Toy & Doll Museum

Chester Visitor & Craft Centre
Vicar's Lane
Tel: 01244 351609
Open Apr - Oct daily 9 - 6. Nov - Mar daily 9 - 5, Admission free.

Deva Roman Experience
Pierpoint Lane, off Bridge Street.
Tel: 01244 343 407
Open daily 9 - 6.

Ellesmere Port Boat Museum

Nearby attractions

Port Sunlight garden village

Ness Botanic Gardens

The Boat Museum - Britain's premier canal museum

The Blue Planet - biggest and best acquarium in Britain

Jodrell Bank science centre and planetarium

Stapeley Water Gardens - Europe's biggest

Granada TV Studios Tour, Manchester

Albert Dock & Tate Gallery, Liverpool