Iconic Sights
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The most beautiful city in the world. ancient roman walls to one of a kind shopping, walks by the river to lounging in the park, Chester has it all.
EXPLORE LOCAL.
A walk down by the river.
The River Dee stretches 70 miles and sits in both England and Wales, running through the heart of Chester there is a paved promenade to walk along, sit out, or have an ice cream on. Down by the river is one of our favourite places to eat, Hickorys Smokehouse, American soul food done right. Not after anything too heavy? Head to Snugbury's by the River, grab a snack or one of their incredible ice creams made on their farm just outside Nantwich.
Hoole
Hoole is a suburb on the outskirts of Chester and boasts a shopping district that has won a number of awards, it has a strong independent high-street with very few national chains. From florests to butchers and fine dining to quick bites, it's a great place to wonder around and take in Chesters oldest suburb.
1.2mi, 25mins walk
Grosvenor Park
Covering 20 acres and dating back to 1867, Grosvenor park is a Grade II registered park and is the largest in Chester. Situated just outside the city walls and overlooking the River Dee, it's the perfect place to walk around, lounge in, or take in the open air theatre in the summer. It's open year round.
0.3mi, 6mins walk
Shropshire Canal
The Shropshire canal flows right through the heart of Chester. It's a great walk whichever way you decide to head, there's plenty of pit stops along the way from Telford's Warehouse to The Old Harkers Arms, grab a bite to eat or sit back with a drink and watch the world go by.
0.5mi, 10mins walk
GO FURTHER.
Lola's favourites
Lola, our head of guest relations, has put together the best dog friendly walks in the surrounding area's around Chester. Dog's are part of the family, so why leave them home? We're dog friendly at our stays and they're always welcome when you let us know in advance. Not bringing a fury friend? The walks are just as great without one, some great views and perfect days out if you want to explore a bit further than Chester.
Bickerton Hill
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Endless views of the rolling Cheshire plains, this well known walk in Cheshire never disappoints. The 34-mile sandstone trail stretches through the Cheshire countryside, and on a clear day you can see Liverpool in the distance. Don't forget to stop off for a drink (or food) at The Pheasant Inn.
13.2mi, 30mins drive
Moel Famau
CH7 5SH | What3Words ///effort.height.dupe
Moel Famau means 'Mother Mountain' in Welsh, sitting at 1818ft it is the highest summit in the Clwydian Range. Sitting proudly in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty it forms part of the famous Offas Dyke Path National Trail. It takes about an hour to hike up from the lower car park.
17.6mi, 32mins drive
West Kirby Beach
CH48 0QG | What3Words ///trio.clots.routs
Tucked away at the top of the Wirral is West Kirby beach, this sandy beach offers a vast area and you can even walk to Hilbre Island when the tide is out (be sure to check tide times!). After a long walk on the beach head over to Hickory Smokehouse just around the corner for some American soul food.
19.1mi, 41mins drive
