Chester, Cheshire

Rowton Hall Country House Hotel & Spa

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Reservations opening times

Monday to Friday: 8.00am-8.00pm
Saturday: 9.00am-4.00pm
Sunday & Bank Holidays: 10.00am-4.00pm

Local Attractions

Chester is one of Britain's Heritage Cities, encircled by a glorious 2-mile ring of Roman and medieval walls, studded with historic towers and gate's, Chester is a rare and truly magical blend of the ancient and traditional with modern cosmopolitan chic.

Situated on the River Dee, close to the Welsh border, Chester isn't short of great attractions with 2,000 years of history. The surviving Roman grid pattern of streets are so compact that you can get around all the city's landmarks on foot, feasting your eyes on an amazing architectural panorama of the past. Stroll the Roman walls, then drop into the Roman Amphitheatre - scene of a major archaeological project.

Step back in time and discover a fascinating history spanning a thousand years amid pristine Georgian and Victorian architecture. Marvel at Chester Cathedral, located in the heart of the city, and visit other attractions including the Grosvenor and Cheshire Military Museums, the beautiful Grosvenor Park and the city's famous Roodee Racecourse.

For those who love to shop, the 2-tiered galleries of shops in 'The Rows' are packed with independent boutiques and high-street stores and are also where visitors can enjoy the city's classy café culture. Serious bargain hunters can head to Cheshire Oaks, the UK's largest designer outlet village, just 10 miles from the city centre.

Chester Zoo is also well worth a visit, just a short drive from the hotel, Chester Zoo is the UK's number one Zoo set in 110 acres of award-winning gardens. In this spectacular setting are over 7000 animals - more than 400 species of rare, exotic and endangered wildlife.