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New shop from Tip Top productions
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Tip Top Production’s “Come from Away” at Storyhouse next week
A Chester and Wrexham based community theatre company is set to be amongst the first non-professional groups in the UK to stage smash hit musical ‘Come From Away’. Theatre company Tip T…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/04/07/tip-top-productions-come-from-away-at-storyhouse-next-week/
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'We need help keeping people safe on nights out in Chester'
The Street Angels Chester team aims to help vulnerable people who are out at night in the city centre.
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Chester clinician named national finalist at Student Nursing Times Awards 2026
Countess of Chester Hospital clinician named national finalist at Student Nursing Times Awards 2026 Claire Slater, an advanced clinical practitioner in the Trust’s Acute Medical Division, is one of…
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Street Angels appeal for extra volunteers to support their valuable work keeping Chester safe
Street Angels volunteers needed to relieve pressure in Chester for emergency services After two years since the original pilot, Street Angels in Chester has been quietly keeping vulnerable people s…
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Students’ art exhibition shines new light on Grosvenor Museum collections
University of Chester students have taken inspiration from the Grosvenor Museum collections for striking artwork now on display in the city attraction’s Coin Gallery. Work by Jess Birtwistle An exh…
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Hospital’s Audiology team praised as Peppa Pig shines spotlight on childhood deafness
Countess of Chester Hospital’s Audiology team praised as Peppa Pig shines national spotlight on childhood deafness A Chester family whose two young daughter…
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Appeal for information following assault in Chester
Officers in Chester are appealing for information following an assault. At around 2.30am on Sunday 29th March, a 41-year-old man was walking home through the Foregate Street area of Chester city ce…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/04/01/appeal-for-information-following-assault-in-chester/
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Wondering how Chester and Dublin's historic connection holds up today - keen to hear of any contemporary links.
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March 30th is Cheshire Day – an annual celebration of the county (not the cheese). The county town of Chester is my home town, although I live in Dublin now. From medieval times to the 18th century… |...
March 30th is Cheshire Day – an annual celebration of the county (not the cheese). The county town of Chester is my home town, although I live in Dublin now. From medieval times to the 18th century, C...
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Officers carry out weekend of action across Chester
Multiple arrests have been made following a proactive weekend of action across Chester. Between Friday 27 March and Sunday 29 March 2026, officers across Chester Local Policing Unit (LPU) carried o…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/04/01/officers-carry-out-weekend-of-action-across-chester/
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Prisoner Building Homes scheme launches in Cheshire
A partnership between Cheshire Police & Crime Commissioner, Dan Price and the award-winning Prisoners Building Homes (PBH) programme has launched in Cheshire, designed to tackle two urgent nati…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/04/01/prisoner-building-homes-scheme-launches-in-cheshire/
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Theatre company ready to rock as Queen musical set for Hammond School
Final rehearsals are underway as a Frodsham based community theatre company prepares to stage an iconic multi award-winning musical which features the music of legendary rock band Queen. Zodiac The…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/31/theatre-company-ready-to-rock-as-queen-musical-set-for-hammond-school/
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Police issue warning about gift card scam
Officers from Cheshire Police are urging residents to remain cautions following reports of a nationwide gift card scam. ‘Gift card draining’ involves the suspects copying the codes to the gift card…
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Celebrations for the University of Chester’s graduating class of March 2026
The University of Chester hosted its graduation ceremonies last week at Chester’s historic Cathedral. Graduates celebrated their achievements during six ceremonies which took place&…
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Classical pianist to join Chester Philharmonic Orchestra for Cathedral concert
An acclaimed classical pianist is set to join Chester Philharmonic Orchestra for a dazzling performance of one of Rachmaninov’s best loved works. The concert, part of the orchestra̵…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/30/classical-pianist-to-join-chester-philharmonic-orchestra-for-cathedral-concert/
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Happy Cheshire Day
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Cheshire Archives celebrate Cheshire Day with some ‘Made in Cheshire’ images
The annual Cheshire Day celebrations on 30 March are an opportunity appreciate and celebrate the county’s contributions to history, industry, and culture and everything ‘Made in Cheshire’. Th…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/30/cheshire-archives-celebrate-cheshire-day-with-some-made-in-cheshire-images/
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Happy Big Tesco Day
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Chester Repair Cafe attended UK Parliament to ask MPs to fix our throwaway economy
On 25th March, Chester Repair Cafe joined repair groups from across the UK at a repair cafe in Parliament, to call for policies to make it easier to repair our things. The event was organised by&nb…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/29/chester-repair-cafe-attended-uk-parliament-to-ask-mps-to-fix-our-throwaway-economy/
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Nursing student Emma to run London Marathon for homelessness charity Shelter
Nursing student and mum Emma to run London Marathon for homelessness charity Shelter A student nurse is ready to race in the capital as she takes on this year’s London Marathon in aid o…
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Chester Care Home recognised as best in North West
A Chester care home has been recognised as one of the best in the North West. With consistent review scores of 10 out of 10 from residents and their families, Grosvenor Manor, located on Hatchmere …
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/28/chester-care-home-recognised-as-best-in-north-west/
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Duke and Duchess visit Chester FC community Trust at King George V sports Hub
The Duke and Duchess of Westminster visited Chester FC Community Trust to hear how King George V Sports Hub, supported by the Westminster Foundation, is helping grassroots football and communities …
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Red Panda breeding hopes boosted by “blind date”
A female red panda has met her ‘blind date’ after arriving at Chester Zoo – and early signs suggest she’s found her perfect match. Two-year-old Akashi has just arrived from Blackpool Zoo …
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/27/red-panda-breeding-hopes-boosted-by-blind-date/
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Chester cyclists. A cyclist dropped a bag on Walls Ave. in that terrible weather the other day. I have retained the dropped package for safekeeping, if anyone wants to reclaim - please contact me. Please share to your pedal-powered, two-wheeled friends. Thanks.
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What’s coming up in Chester? Destination Chester spring showcase
Marketing Cheshire hosted their spring showcase of events in Chester on Monday night at Storyhouse. Annabel Turpin Storyhouse CEO spoke of Storyhouse’s role as both cultural hub and important…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/26/whats-coming-up-in-chester-destination-chester-spring-showcase/
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The Bull in Shocklach has now been confirmed as being sold - I think we all know who's bought it. Hearing some positive things about this place... watch this space.
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Country pub near Chester sold after months on the market
A PUB near Malpas that has lain closed for around three years has been sold after being on the market for several months.
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University to host free Enterprise Launchpad event
New and aspiring entrepreneurs are invited to join with enterprising University of Chester students and graduates at a free event focused on igniting business ideas, building confidence, kickstarti…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/25/university-to-host-free-enterprise-launchpad-event/
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actually, strangely (not one to browse the beauty halls), I like the setup, I've walked through it a few times now, there's something of the luxury bazaar to it.
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Thank you for another excellent Chester Blog. Whilst it’s important to acknowledge the investment in this wonderful building sadly I found the new beauty hall overbearing in sight, sound and smell. I have to wonder how many residents or visitors can afford the extensive luxury on offer.
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On the opening of H Beauty
Opening its doors on the 12th Feb, H beauty restored life to the historic Brown’s building which had lay empty since Debenhams collapsed in may 2021. The last look at Debenhams before closure…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/24/on-the-opening-of-h-beauty/
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Man banned from Chester city centre
A man has been banned from Chester city centre under the terms of a two-year Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO). Daniel Curtis, from North Wales, appeared at Chester Magistrates’ Court on Thursday 19 M…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/23/man-banned-from-chester-city-centre/
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Covid Reflection Project : 6 years since the pandemic
The Covid Reflections project was developed to provide a meaningful way for communities to come together and reflect on their shared experiences. March marks six years since the United Kingdom ente…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/23/covid-reflection-project-6-years-since-the-pandemic/
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Lord Mayor to celebrate Cheshire Day with free civic history talk at Chester Town Hall
The Lord Mayor of Chester and the Chester Charter Trustees are delighted to mark Cheshire Day with a free civic history talk at the iconic Chester Town Hall on Monday 30 March 2026, offering reside…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/22/lord-mayor-to-celebrate-cheshire-day-with-free-civic-history-talk-at-chester-town-hall/
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Another big show for Storyhouse
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West End and Broadway phenomenon Operation Mincemeat visits Chester in May
West End and Broadway sensation Operation Mincemeat is heading for Storyhouse this spring as part of a major world tour. The smash hit musical will be staged at the Hunter Street venue from Mo…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/21/west-end-and-broadway-phenomenon-operation-mincemeat-visits-chester-in-may/
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This is so simple, but SO clever -
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hospitality venues FREE beer mats, offering £10 off your first ride. Why didn't "local" local taxi firms think of this... oh, wait.
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Best in business celebrated at High Sheriff of Cheshire Awards for Enterprise
The winners of Cheshire’s most acclaimed business awards were unveiled in a ceremony held at the University of Chester. Award winners with the High Sheriff of Cheshire,Joëlle Warren MBE DL, and Vi…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/20/best-in-business-celebrated-at-high-sheriff-of-cheshire-awards-for-enterprise/
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2 members of Organised Crime group ordered to pay back £280k
Two members of an organised crime group (OCG) have been ordered to pay back around £280k under the Proceeds of Crime Act (POCA) .On Wednesday 26 February 2025, Paul Ibell, Sean Mooney, and Edward K…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/19/2-members-of-organised-crime-group-ordered-to-pay-back-280k/
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Critically endangered monkey gives birth just months after pioneering surgery
A critically endangered monkey has given birth just months after pioneering surgery saved her from undergoing an amputation. Masaya, a 15-year-old roloway monkey at Chester Zoo, had a golf-bal…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/19/critically-endangered-monkey-gives-birth-just-months-after-pioneering-surgery/
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Duck race returns
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Chester gears up for return of Charity Duck Race
Chester is preparing to take a quack at fundraising once again as the city’s annual Duck Race returns next month. Organisers are expecting around 100 businesses to join the much-loved fundraising e…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/18/chester-gears-up-for-return-of-charity-duck-race/
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Chester is to host the World Town Crier Tournament
Chester is to host the World Town Crier Tournament, after its tourism body secured £50,000 funding. The town crier has been a fixture in Chester since 1554. The service runs as the only daily town …
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/18/chester-is-to-host-the-world-town-crier-tournament/
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Mozart's Requiem at the Cathedral
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Talented Soloists to join Chester Choir for Mozart’s Requiem concert
One of Chester’s top choirs is set to stage its first concert of 2026 which will feature a performance of one of Mozart’s most best known works Chester Music Society Choir will be joine…
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Full Literature Festival line up :
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Full line up for Chester Literature Festival released
This year’s Chester Literature Festival boasts a stellar line-up of big names from the world of books, stage and screen. The full 2026 programme can now be announced, with Hugh Fearn…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/17/full-line-up-for-chester-literature-festival-released/
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Walls graffiti attack update
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Heritage England consulted on repairs after walls graffiti attack
Cheshire West and Chester Council is working closely with partner organisations following the recent graffiti attack on Chester’s internationally significant City Walls. The response involves herit…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/17/heritage-england-consulted-on-repairs-after-walls-graffiti-attack/
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We're delighted to announce that the winner of the West Cheshire CAMRA Pub of the Year award for 2026 is The Cavern of the Curious Gnome in Chester, with The Olde Cottage in second place and the Brewery Tap close behind in Third. We will advise when the presentation will be made in due course.
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New theatre themed bar for Godstall Lane
Promising ” a new theatre experience in the heart of Chester” the Backstage Theatre Bar will be taking over the unit vacated by Annabella of Chester last summer. The women’s cloth…
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More Council pledges boost local community projects through Cheshire West Crowd
Cheshire West and Chester Council has injected almost £78,000 into grassroots ideas as part of the latest Cheshire West Crowd funding round—helping local people bring bold, community‑powered projec…
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New theatre themed bar for Godstall Lane
Promising ” a new theatre experience in the heart of Chester” the Backstage Theatre Bar will be taking over the unit vacated by Annabella of Chester last summer. The women’s cloth…
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Chapters Book Bar coming to Chester
An independent bookshop & wine bar is coming soon to Chester Update: Chapters are opening on Saturday 21st March on Watergate row Pic credit : Kurt Thomas , kurtthomas68 Founded by childhood be…
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Chester Repair Cafe to attend UK Parliament to ask MPs to fix throwaway economy
On 25th March, Chester Repair Cafe are joining repair groups from across the UK at a repair cafe in Parliament, to call for policies to make it easier to repair our things. The event is organised …
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/03/16/chester-repair-cafe-to-attend-uk-parliament-to-ask-mps-to-fix-throwaway-economy/
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