Free Entry
Open weekends, 11am-3pm April to October
Address:
Grosvenor Street , Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2DN
The 12th-century Agricola Tower was the first stone gateway to Chester Castle, which had been founded by William the Conqueror in 1070 in the south-west part of the city. On the first floor is the chapel of St Mary de Castro, which contains some exceptionally fine wall paintings from about 1240. By climbing the nearby stairs to the wall-walk, you can appreciate the castle's position within the city.
Chester Castle Spooktacular Weekend
Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th October- 11am- 3pm- Free Entry (Donations welcome)
Join us for our final weekend opening of the year for Halloween crafts and spooky tours. Bring a carved pumpkin to be entered into our Pumpkin competiton. Dressing up optional but actively encouraged!
Chester Castle Torch Light Tours
Thursday 31st October, 5pm and 7pm
'Be prepared to be scared' as you join us for our spooky torch light tours. We will be telling the tales of the darker side of the castle's 900 year history.
This is a free event (donations welcome) and spaces are limited. The tour is suitable for 12 year old's and upwards.
Tickets are available to book here
Before You Go
Access:
Chester Castle will be open every weekend from 1st April- 31st October , 11am-2pm. Opening will be dependent on volunteer availability so there may be instances where we have to close. It may be possible to access the Castle outside of these days for group visits. Please contact FSWEnquiries@english-heritage.org.uk
On open days entry is via the law courts carpark. Our friendly team will be there to meet you.
Parking: There are plenty of public car parks in the city centre, all within walking distance from the site. Charges apply.
Plan a Great Day Out
Combine your visit to Chester Castle with a trip to Chester Roman Amphitheatre, the largest of its kind in Britain.
For spectacular views head to Beeston Castle, one of the most dramatically sited fortresses in England. Once you've climbed the hill to the castle keep, reward yourself at the Sandstone Café, which offers a tempting range of hot and cold drinks and snacks.
