The English Civil War At Chester Castle
Chester Castle, Grosvenor Street, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2DN
As part of the 2024 Heritage Open Days Festival , English Heritage will be opening the gates to Chester Castle and telling the stories of the castle during the Civil War. Meet our soldiers, the Calvary horses and learn how women supported the war effort. Find out what life was like for civilians. Watch demonstrations and displays or dress up in armour
Visit the fascinating Agricola Tower to see our beautiful wall paintings and our second-hand bookshop located in the cells. Take in the views of Chester and the surrounding countryside from the tower roof top .
For more information go to https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/chester-castle-agricola-tower-and-castle-walls/
Dogs welcome on leads. Please note access to the Chapel is via a spiral staircase.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- 10:00 to 15:00
- Sunday 15 September:
- 10:00 to 15:00
Location & directions
Chester Castle, Grosvenor Street, Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2DN
- Directions:
- On open days entry is via the law courts carpark or city wall entrance. Our friendly team will be there to meet you and welcome you to the site.
- Contact on day:
- Ginny Slade
- Telephone number:
- +447880480811
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
The Sally Port and Agricola Tower are only accessible via steps and a spiral staircase.
