Dark Chester - Let's take a walk on the dark side

A flickering candlelight into the darkest recesses of Chester’s 2,000-year heritage, illuminating tales of plague, poltergeists and religious persecution amongst others. It’s a 90-minute walking tour, hosted early evening, and a storytelling stroll with plenty of dark humour and Horrible Histories-style tale. Dark Chester runs special tours during the Chester Heritage Festival, including visits to places associated with dark tales.Please contact me for details, and follow my Instagram @darkchestertour for images and videos from the tour. Join me and let’s take a walk on the dark side.

1. 1

   Chester Cathedral

   10 min

   Learn about the origins of the 1000-year-old spiritual site as a monastic settlement rich with superstitions.

2. 2

   Eastgate & Eastgate Clock

   10 min

   The Victorian symbol of Chester — but one with a dark history.

3. 3

   Chester Roman Amphitheatre

   10 min

   The heart of Roman Chester, where gladiators fought.

4. 4

   St John the Baptist Church

   10 min

   Home to one of Chester's great mysteries.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   10 min

   Discover this mysterious building on the banks of the River Dee.

6. 6

   Stop 6

   10 min

   Join me for a story of crime and punishment on the banks of the River Dee.

7. 7

   The Bear And Billet Pub Blue Plaque

   10 min

   This historic hostelry is home to a dark story about the ghosts of Chester past.

8. 8

   Ye Olde Kings Head Pub Blue Plaque

   10 min

   This historic pub has been turned into a dedicated space for paranormal investigation.

9. 9

   Sick to Death

   10 min

   This quirky visitor attraction tells stories of plague and pandemic.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• This is a walking tour, so elder seniors or younger children may find the 90-minutes duration too tiring.
• This is a public group tour, so it requires a level of mobility to stay with the group.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.