Chester:
A
Virtual
Stroll
Around
the
Walls
Chester & Liverpool Guided Walks
| "Having myself received training as a guide at a World Heritage site in Kingston, Canada, I was recently privileged to participate in a tour that I would have been proud to have delivered. It was an artful balance of informed historical narrative with humour infused in a charming delivery. Proper pauses were given to appreciate the local ales and culinary offerings, as required. The guide's choices of pubs and restaurant well suited our group's diverse needs. We are anxious to return to Chester and share this experience with our friends and family. I am confident each new tour will take on its own unique character as it suits the interests of those who participate". Caroline & Tom Worthy, Kingston, Ontario, Canada, April 2009 (Caroline: Head Teacher, Tom: Department Head and teacher). worthyt@limestone.on.ca |
f you, your clients and guests have found my Chester Virtual Stroll stimulating, you may also be interested in treating yourselves to one of my real guided walks!
Join me to wander Chester's world famous city walls- the most complete circuit of Roman/medieval fortifications in Britain- discover the delights of the unique covered shopping arcades, known as 'The Rows', and explore many other parts of our lovely city as well. See sights and hear stories you'll never find in any guidebook!
Right: a group from the South Tyrol after our visit to Liverpool Anglican Cathedral.
Depending upon your requirements, I can give your party a quick introductory tour of the city centre or conduct lengthy and detailed study walks upon specific themes, for example, the Roman, Saxon, Norse and medieval roots of Chester, those City Walls and Rows, the great religious foundations, Chester's vanished inns, how an ancient city copes with modern development, 'death, punishment & hauntings'- and many more. The choice is yours.
No fair weather guide I, for my walks take place all year round, are easily arranged, reasonably priced (see below), friendly, informal and very informative.
Tours can take place at your own pace and at times to suit you and your party and you may choose to take your lunch / cofee / beer breaks as you see fit - I'm always happy to recommend suitable hostelries!
Depending upon prior committments, I'm happy to accept your booking at very short notice so don't hesitate to give me a ring when you're in town.
Left: a group of young people from Hong Kong enjoying their trip to Chester.
If you're newly resident in Chester from overseas, my walks are also a great opportunity to practise your English and get to know your new home.
How do we book?
Booking your own unforgettable personal guided tour of the beautiful and historic city of Chester couldn’t be simpler! Simply contact me by telephone: 01244 345099 Mobile: 0775 1521 600. By email: knowhowe@bwpics.co.uk Or write to me at: 25 Lime Grove, Hoole, Chester CH2 3HW UK
Send me your contact details and the size of your party. Tell me when you’re going to be in Chester and where you’ll be staying while you’re here. If you have any particular interests, I’ll always do our very best to incorporate these into your tour.
Making a visit to our friendly online guide, ‘Chester: a Virtual Stroll Around the Walls’ (www.chesterwalls.info) will give you a first introduction to our beautiful city, be a great taster for the wonders to come and may help you decide what you’d most like to see during your own guided walk.
"Hi Steve, Just like to say thanks for the informative and amusing trip round Chester in the drizzle last Saturday morning. It was a highlight of our weekend, especially as the rain in Brum washed out the test!"
Tony Currie, Esher, Surrey 7/8/09
Right: fresh from their cruise ship docked in Liverpool, this group all the way from Florida USA joined me to explore Chester. Here they pose for their picture on the Groves, next to the beautiful River Dee.
What does it cost?
For private parties of up to six people, we charge an hourly rate of £30.00, payable in advance or on the day, as you wish. Rates are variable for larger groups. Contact me to discuss your requirements further.
I'm pleased to be able to offer this service for visitors to the great city of Liverpool too. (I've lived in Chester for over twenty years and raised my family here but I was born and raised in Liverpool).
In addition to my independent guided walks, I'm also proud to be an occasional guide for English in Chester.
So, to make your visit to Chester truly memorable, send for my information leaflet or contact
me- author, historian, photographer and guide Steve Howe
to
discuss
your
requirements and learn more:
01244
345099 / 0775 1521 600 / email: knowhowe@bwpics.co.uk
A group of young Italians outside the Metropolitan Cathedral, Liverpool
A group from Switzerland join in with the music outside the Cavern Club, Liverpool
| "Hi Steve, I just wanted to thank you on behalf of the society for last night's evening of illumination and beer, everyone really enjoyed themselves and are thankfully looking forward to staying with the society. It was remarked on, on more than one occasion that virtually every building has a tale to tell, thanks for helping to broaden our knowledge of Chester. I will post the details of your web site to the society members. Hope to see you again". Bill Sheppard, Chester University History Society |
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