Around the Newgate  -  Chester Sunday netwalk
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Around the Newgate - Chester Sunday netwalk

A chance to take a Sunday stroll and see something new along the way on a walk to explore Chester's Newgate and beyond.

By Katie Crowther - Green Badge Guide

Date and time

Starts on Sun, 4 May 2025 14:15 GMT+1

Location

Storyhouse

Hunter Street Chester CH1 2AR United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 2 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 1 hour 15 minutes

This relaxed Sunday stroll will explore the area around Chester's Newgate and along historic Pepper Street. Your professional local guide, Katie, will share some stories along the route but you'll also have plenty of chance to chat with fellow walkers.

Many of the buildings here, and indeed the gate itself, date from the 20th century and are part of considerable redevelopment of the city over this period. But dig a little deeper and Chester's history as far back as the Romans can be found here. There's a Tudor love story to be discovered and a link to an iconic WWII aircraft.

I run regular walks in Chester and North Wales throughout the year. Please follow me for details of these and other upcoming events.

Who are these netwalks for?

Literally everyone and anyone! Some of the best connections can be made whilst just walking and chatting. As well as an opportunity to get out and about in the fresh air, it is a great way to meet some like-minded people and share some interesting conversations along the way. Perfect for anyone who loves all things Chester related - local and visitor alike. Please come along and join us for an informal Sunday stroll!

Where’s it happening?

Please meet outside the main entrance of the Storyhouse on Hunter Street, CH1 2AR for a prompt start at 14.15 pm.

The walk will last approximately 75 minutes and will end back at the Storyhouse.

I'll be at the meeting point from 2 pm so please come along and introduce yourself.

The practical stuff:

The walk will go ahead whatever the weather so please dress appropriately.

Chester is a historic city and the route will cover uneven surfaces and include steps so please wear suitable footwear. If you have any mobility issues or other accessibility concerns, please contact the organiser before booking to ensure the route can be adjusted accordingly.

The event does not include refreshments, but there are many options for eat-in or take-away food and drink in the local area, either before or after the walk, including at the Storyhouse itself.

If the event has to be cancelled at short notice for any reason, the organisers will make every effort to contact you using details provided at the time of booking.

Organised by

Cheshire born and bred, Katie qualified as a Green Badge Guide for Chester in 2022 after a nearly 30 year corporate career. A true "history geek", she loves to share the stories of Chester's people and buildings with both visitors and locals alike on regular tours.

Based close by the River Dee, she is also a Green Badge Guide for beautiful North Wales and is excited to work across the local region. She's also a Bronze Ambassador for Wrexham.

Katie was a co-founder of the popular "Women of Chester" guided walk and is keen to explore the stories of ordinary people alongside those of the "great and good".