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 Events 2025
Friday 31 October- Halloween Spooky Tours - 4pm and 7pm
Join us on the 31st October for some spooky torch light tours at the Castle. We will be telling the tales of the darker side of the Castle's 900 year history.
Tickets are £7.21 (Which includes a hot drink and a biscuit) booking is essential via the link -
Chester Castle Spooky Halloween Torch Light Tours Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite
Please note our spooky tours are not suitable for children.
We have additional Ghost tours on 27th, 28th, 29th and 30th at 4pm. Tours are £5 (Plus eventbrite admin fee). Tours are suitable for 12 years and older and last approximately one hour.
Booking is essential via Chester Castle Ghost Tours Tickets, Multiple Dates | Eventbrite
Further events at Chester Castle
Saturday 29 November- Christmas in the Castle
Saturday 6 December- Christmas Ghost Tours
Before You Go
Access:
Chester Castle will be open every weekend from 1st April- 31st October , 11am-3pm. 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.
Drone flying: Please see our Drone guidance
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.
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