Women of Chester Walking Tour
Chester Edwardian Lady Tour
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
Departure Point
- 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 .
Return Details
- 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 .
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Chester Town Hall
Town Hall Northgate Street, Chester
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
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Chester Cathedral
St Werburgh St, , Chester
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 ?
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Abbey Gateway
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 .
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Upper Northgate Street
Upper Northgate Street, Chester
This street was the original Via or Porta Decumana so full of history and more stories of amazing Women of Chester
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Chester City Walls
Northgate Street, Only 2 minutes walk from Chester Town Hall, Chester
From an elevated point on Chester’s famous City walls we hear about Aethelflaed and how she established a burgh at Chester
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Eastgate & Eastgate Clock
41 - 45 Eastgate St, Grosvenor Precinct, Chester
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional Information
- 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
- The benefit of a local guide
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Chester Edwardian Lady Tour in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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
Departure Point
- 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 .
Return Details
- 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 .
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Chester Town Hall
Town Hall Northgate Street, Chester
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
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Chester Cathedral
St Werburgh St, , Chester
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 ?
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Abbey Gateway
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 .
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Upper Northgate Street
Upper Northgate Street, Chester
This street was the original Via or Porta Decumana so full of history and more stories of amazing Women of Chester
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Chester City Walls
Northgate Street, Only 2 minutes walk from Chester Town Hall, Chester
From an elevated point on Chester’s famous City walls we hear about Aethelflaed and how she established a burgh at Chester
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Eastgate & Eastgate Clock
41 - 45 Eastgate St, Grosvenor Precinct, Chester
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional Information
- 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
- The benefit of a local guide
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Chester Edwardian Lady Tour in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Need To Know Info
14-day cancellation rights do not apply; no refunds or exchanges permitted. Voucher valid only for date and time listed; may not be exchanged or redeemed for other dates. Purchaser name and phone number must be provided at checkout; this information will be shared with Viator and the tour operator for purposes of order fulfillment. Groupon promo codes may not be used for this offer. Groupon voucher Terms of Sale do not apply. See the tour operator's terms and conditions for this offer here.
Offer is not eligible for our promo codes or other discounts.