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This interesting tour gives the visitor a look at the main attractions of Chester whilst delivering the histories of just some of the amazing Women of Chester. Several different periods of history are covered so can appeal to the widest possible audience
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The Visitor Information Centre is next door to the Town Hall and clearly signed . Please wait inside the Visitor Centre and I will meet you at the agreed time .
Itinerary
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1Chester Town Hall
Outside the Town Hall hearing stories of amazing Women associated with this wonderful building . Looking at the blue plaque dedicated to the first two women of Chester to hold the positions of Mayor of Chester and Sheriff of Chester
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Chester Cathedral
Hear about the female saint whose bones were contained within the shrine that was in the building . How has this saint from the seventh century contributed to the story of Chester . Hear about the history of Abbey Square and admire the Georgian terraces that have replaced the medieval monastic buildings - what is the connection with Jane Austen ?
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
If only the stones could speak to us ! Let me take you back through the centuries to hear about a remarkable woman who did not let her disability stop her from realising her life’s ambition to be a poet .
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
This street was the original Via or Porta Decumana so full of history and more stories of amazing Women of Chester
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Chester City Walls
From an elevated point on Chester’s famous City walls we hear about Aethelflaed and how she established a burgh at Chester
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Eastgate & Eastgate Clock
Hear about female artists and fashion experts and their contributions to Chester whilst having a great view of Eastgate Street . This will be a great place to take photographs.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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