f you have found my Chester Virtual Stroll stimulating, you may also be interested in treating yourself to one of my real guided walks!

Join me to wander Chester's world famous City Walls- the most complete in Britain- and discover the delights of the city they have guarded for 2000 years; see sights and hear stories you'll never find in any guidebook!

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 the unique medieval shopping galleries known as The 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!

These Masters architecture students from Birmingham City University, studying Chester for their dissertation, joined me to explore the city.

No fair weather guide I, for my walks take place all year round, are easily arranged, friendly, informal and very informative.

Tours 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 - a fine opportunity to some of Chester's historic hostelries!

Prior committments allowing, 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.

If you belong to an arts or photography society or club, you may be interested to know that I offer sketching and photographic guided walks intended just for you!

If you're newly resident in Chester, my walks are a fine opportunity to get to know your wonderful new home.

"Thank you for the informative and entertaining tour of Chester- the team enjoyed learning more about Chester and I have received some great feedback".
Gareth Ryan, Bank of America, May 2010

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 / 0775 1521 600. By email, or write to me at my new city centre premises: The Chester Shop, 9 Rufus Court, Chester CH1 2JW 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 my extensive online guide, ‘Chester: a Virtual Stroll Around the Walls’ 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 time with us.

"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

What does it cost?
For parties of any size, I request an hourly rate of £30.00, payable in advance or on the day, as you wish. Get a discount on your tour by presenting my brochure!

I'm pleased to be able to offer this service for visitors to our near neighbour, 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).

On the next page: Say hello to some of our past clients....