Dark Chester - Let's take a walk on the dark side
Things to know
About the Activity
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 hour 30 minutes
Instant Confirmation
Mobile ticket
Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Travel Date
//
Travelers
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide; In-person: English
Fees : Gratuities. Gratuities
More Activities in Chester
Filter By Date
//
Sort By
Travel Itinerary
Locations in the itinerary
1
Chester Cathedral
St Werburgh St, , Chester, United Kingdom, CH1 2DYLearn about the origins of the 1000-year-old spiritual site as a monastic settlement rich with superstitions.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Eastgate & Eastgate Clock
41 - 45 Eastgate St, Grosvenor Precinct, Chester, United Kingdom, CH1 1LEThe Victorian symbol of Chester — but one with a dark history.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Chester Roman Amphitheatre
English Heritage, Roman Amphitheatre, Chester, United Kingdom, CH1 2BNThe heart of Roman Chester, where gladiators fought.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
St John the Baptist's Church
Trident House Vicar's LANE/LITTLE ST. Little St. John Street, Chester, United Kingdom, CH1 1SNHome to one of Chester's great mysteries.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Discover this mysterious building on the banks of the River Dee.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
6
Join me for a story of crime and punishment on the banks of the River Dee.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
7
The Bear And Billet Pub Blue Plaque
94 Lower Bridge Street, Chester, United Kingdom, CH1 1RUThis historic hostelry is home to a dark story about the ghosts of Chester past.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location8
Ye Olde Kings Head Pub Blue Plaque
Lower Bridge Street, Chester, United Kingdom, CH1 1RSThis historic pub has been turned into a dedicated space for paranormal investigation.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
1
Located in Town Hall Square, the Visitor Information Centre (VIC) is between Barclays Bank and Chester Town Hall. You will see the sign "Book walking tours here".View Location
End point
1
Located in Town Hall Square, the Visitor Information Centre (VIC) is between Barclays Bank and Chester Town Hall. You will see the sign "Book walking tours here".View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- 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.
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketPlease contact me for details, and follow my Instagram @darkchestertour for images and videos from the tour. Leave a review at Tripadvisor @Dark Chester Tour.Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/London time to receive 100% refund.
Reviews from Travelers
★51 Reviews
Excellent
★★★★★ (1)
Good★★★★ (0)
Average★★★ (0)
Poor★★ (0)
Terrible★ (0)
Filter By Rating
Sort By
No reviews found!Operated by Dark Chester TourCreated on 12 Aug 2024Created on 29 Oct 2024
Can we help?Can' t find the tours you want? Contact Travalour. We'll find them for you.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply