Dark Chester - Let's take a walk on the dark side

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1 hour 30 minutes

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Overview

A flickering candlelight into the darkest recesses of Chester’s 2,000-year heritage, illuminating tales of plague, poltergeists and religious persecution amongst others. It’s a 90-minute walking tour, hosted early evening, and a storytelling stroll with plenty of dark humour and Horrible Histories-style tale. Dark Chester runs special tours during the Chester Heritage Festival, including visits to places associated with dark tales.Please contact me for details, and follow my Instagram @darkchestertour for images and videos from the tour. Join me and let’s take a walk on the dark side.

Meeting Point

Located in Town Hall Square, the Visitor Information Centre (VIC) is between Barclays Bank and Chester Town Hall. You will see the sign "Book walking tours here".

End Point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

1. Chester Cathedral Learn about the origins of the 1000-year-old spiritual site as a monastic settlement rich with superstitions. 10 minutes

2. Eastgate & Eastgate Clock The Victorian symbol of Chester — but one with a dark history. 10 minutes

3. Chester Roman Amphitheatre The heart of Roman Chester, where gladiators fought. 10 minutes

4. St John the Baptist's Church Home to one of Chester's great mysteries. 10 minutes

5. Discover this mysterious building on the banks of the River Dee. 10 minutes

6. Join me for a story of crime and punishment on the banks of the River Dee. 10 minutes

7. The Bear And Billet Pub Blue Plaque This historic hostelry is home to a dark story about the ghosts of Chester past. 10 minutes

8. Ye Olde Kings Head Pub Blue Plaque This historic pub has been turned into a dedicated space for paranormal investigation. 10 minutes

9. Sick to Death This quirky visitor attraction tells stories of plague and pandemic. 10 minutes

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a walking tour, so elder seniors or younger children may find the 90-minutes duration too tiring.
This is a public group tour, so it requires a level of mobility to stay with the group.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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