Chester Civil War Walking Tour

Hear about the strategic history of Chester, all the way back to Roman times, and how Chester has held an important position in the North West of England, and why Chester was vital to King Charles I

Stand at the centre of the city and hear about the causes of the English Civil War. Learn about King Charles visit to Chester in September 1642.

View some of the fabulous architecture of Chester and learn about some of the buildings in this historic street.

Here we will see 2 houses from the period, and learn about who lived there during the Civil War. Both of these houses are now pubs!

See the walls encircling the city and hear about the defence of the city. Learn about the Royalist and Parliamentarian commanders fighting over the future of the city.

View the site where the walls were finally breached on 22nd September 1645 and hear about the dramatic fight for the very heart of the city.

See where King Charles I stood on 24th September 1645 and hear about the battle of Rowton Moor, a dramatic day with a ruinous conclusion. Learn about the fate of the city, brave but beaten in 1646.