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Go Green next week for Clatterbridge cancer
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Chester to Glow Green at Clatterbridge Cancer Charity night walk
Clatterbridge Cancer Charity’s Glow Green Night Walk is coming to Chester for the first time in February. Chester will glow green as hundreds of people come together to walk in support of Cla…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/25/chester-to-glow-green-at-clatterbridge-cancer-charity-night-walk/
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Film festival returns :
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Chester International Film festival returns this Spring
Chester International Film Festival (CIFF) is returning to Storyhouse this spring with a hotly anticipated selection of movies and shorts from across the world. The 2026 festival takes place f…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/02/18/chester-international-film-festival-returns-this-spring/
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Found at the top of Halton Road near Sr James Ave .childs specs. Left them there on the pavement . Pretty bashed in
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Andy Scargill
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My brother Garry has dementia and is currently lost somewhere in the Chester area. If anyone should spot him please call the police on 999. We'd appreciate reposts.
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River Dee a Step Closer to Bathing Water Status as consultation launches
The Clean Dee Campaign and local MP Samantha Dixon are celebrating a major milestone after a new Bathing Water Designation application for Sandy Lane on the River Dee has been accepted for a full p…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/02/14/river-dee-a-step-closer-to-bathing-water-status-as-consultation-launches/
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University of Chester marks International Women’s Day with special event
The University of Chester will host an empowering afternoon of talks, workshops, and community connection on Wednesday, March 11, as part of its 2026 International Women’s Day (IWD) celebrations.  …
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/02/13/university-of-chester-marks-international-womens-day-with-special-event/
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Almost as amazing as the animals at the zoo is the amount and diversity of plant life they have. And it is so well kept despite having acres of greenery too look after. It’s impressive.
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Welcome to Chester H Beauty, one of only 7 in the country
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Congratulations to the Zoo
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Chester Zoo becomes first UK zoo to gain international botanical garden status
Chester Zoo has become the first zoo in the UK to be officially recognised as an internationally important botanic garden. The Cheshire-based conservation charity is only the second zoo in Europe t…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/02/13/chester-zoo-becomes-first-uk-zoo-to-gain-international-botanical-garden-status/
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Family events at half term :
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Cathedral & Grosvenor Museum partner to offer family friendly experiences this half term
Chester Cathedral and Grosvenor Museum partner to offer engaging family friendly experiences throughout February half term Families looking for enriching activities this half term can enjoy a wealt…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/02/11/cathedral-grosvenor-museum-partner-to-offer-family-friendly-experiences-this-half-term/
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Another big retail name on the way to Chester
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Food businesses thriving with support from University’s NowFOOD centre
Two food businesses are flourishing after receiving expert support from the University of Chester. NoWFOOD – based at the University’s Exton Park campus – offers a comprehensive package of experti…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/02/11/food-businesses-thriving-with-support-from-universitys-nowfood-centre/
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Reimagined Barlounge now open
Barlounge. the Chester institution which was founded in 2000, have celebrated their 25 years in business with a fresh new reimagining of the much loved independent bar and restaurant. The thoughtfu…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/02/07/reimagined-barlounge-now-open/
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Craft beer expo returns
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Craft Beer Expo returns to Storyhouse in March
The hugely popular Chester Craft Beer Expo is set to return to Storyhouse next month promising the city’s craft beer connoisseurs a stellar line-up of the finest brews from across the UK and Europe…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/02/05/craft-beer-expo-returns-to-storyhouse-in-march/
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Stuart Robinson
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Fantastic to have
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add a skeleton here at some point
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Blacon residents are invited to attend
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MP to Host Pride in Blacon Community Event to Discuss ÂŁ20 Million Investment
Local Member of Parliament Samantha Dixon is inviting Blacon residents to attend a community event to discuss £20 million investment in the area. It will be taking place on Saturday 14 February, fr…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/02/03/mp-to-host-pride-in-blacon-community-event-to-discuss-20-million-investment/
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#ellesmereport
the latest
#toxictown
Join Stanlow Pollution Watch on Facebook. A community is being regularly exposed to flaring, chemical odours and severe environmental incidents
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City retains purple flag status
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City retains purple flag status for 2026
Chester flying the Purple Flag in 2026 Chester has retained the prestigious Purple Flag accreditation for its evening and night-time economy. It’s a double celebration this year, along with retaini…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/02/03/city-retains-purple-flag-status-for-2026/
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Chester Aesthetics practioner offers free cleft lip reconstruction
“Helping someone rediscover their smile is the greatest gift of my work” says Megan Williams of Shaped Aesthetics Chester . Megan, who operates out of Jade’s Hair and Beauty Salon…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/02/03/chester-aesthetics-practioner-offers-free-cleft-lip-reconstruction/
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Beauty Passport launches :
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Chester’s New Beauty Passport To Launch Ahead of H beauty Opening
Chester’s beauty and wellbeing businesses are set to take centre stage this Valentine’s Week, as Chester BID launches a new Beauty Passport initiative ahead of the opening of H beauty in the city. …
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/02/02/chesters-new-beauty-passport-to-launch-ahead-of-h-beauty-opening/
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Duke of Westminster pledges ÂŁ250k for lockable school phone pouches
All state high schools in Cheshire will have phones locked away under Cheshire PCC’s initiative The Duke of Westminster is making a significant personal donation of £250,000 to help Cheshire’s stat…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/02/01/duke-of-westminster-pledges-250k-for-lockable-school-phone-pouches/
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Good news for Toad fans :
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Rare Toad species bred at Chester Zoo for the first time
Surinam toads – a species that carries its developing young beneath the skin of the female’s back – have bred at Chester Zoo for the first time. The aquatic toads, which are native to S…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/30/rare-toad-species-bred-at-chester-zoo-for-the-first-time/
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Support our legal challenge against Environmental Agency Residents are being let down in order to accommodate Industry (Stanlow Refinery)
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Donate to legal case
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Drug dealers jailed
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Two men jailed for leading county lines drug dealing
Ashcroft, Delacruz Two men have been jailed for their leading roles in County Lines drug dealing in Chester. Nathan Ashcroft, 24, from Belfast Road, Liverpool and James Delacruz, 26, from Long Lane…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/29/two-men-jailed-for-leading-county-lines-drug-dealing/
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Road closure for Archive Centre construction
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Road closure required for Archive Centre construction in February
From the 9 to 27 February construction works to connect the power and entrance for the new Cheshire Archive Centre will require closure of the westbound lane towards Hoole Road along Lightfoot Stre…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/28/road-closure-required-for-archive-centre-construction-in-february/
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Coming to Theatre Porto in Feb
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Coalesce Dance brings new climate-themed family show to Ellesmere Port n
Manchester-based, female-led contemporary dance company, Coalesce Dance Theatre present their latest production Mika and the Polar Bear on tour to Theatre Porto, Ellesmere Port (11 – 25 Feb),…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/21/coalesce-dance-brings-new-climate-themed-family-show-to-ellesmere-port-n/
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Jo
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Chester on Celebrity Antiques Road Trip today!!
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Paul D Coombs
22 days ago
I’ll be at Books On The Walls in Chester this Saturday at 2pm. ​Come by, grab a copy of The Great Orme, and tell me your best ghost story. I’ve got a few of my own I shouldn’t tell in public. 💀✍️ ​#HorrorFiction
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Olde Cottage
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Quiz tonight if you’d like to join us please ring (01244) 324065, we now have three keg cider with the introduction of cold River, also don’t forget it’s book launch this Sunday we will be open at 3 pm Come along and support your local author
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The Moon on the way to the Cathedral
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6 metre Moon to land at Chester Cathedral with blockbuster programme of events
The Moon on show at Liverpool Cathedral From Wallace & Gromit live screenings to Tim Burton concerts and silent discos under the stars – Chester Cathedral unveils lunar spectacular as NASA̵…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/28/6-metre-moon-to-land-at-chester-cathedral-with-blockbuster-programme-of-events/
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Chester Literature Festival line up revealed
Hamnet author Maggie O’Farrell, Sir Lenny Henry and TV historian Kate Williams are among the headliners announced for this year’s Chester Literature Festival. Wildlife came…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/28/chester-literature-festival-line-up-revealed/
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Heritage Chester launches crowdfunding campaign for 2026 events
Community-focused heritage organisation seeks funding for year-round free festivals and activities Heritage Chester CIC has today launched an ambitious crowdfunding campaign to deliver spectacular …
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/28/heritage-chester-launches-crowdfunding-campaign-for-2026-events/
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Marko Pirata
24 days ago
A new
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Russ Abbot - All Night Holiday Trying to identify all the characters on the sleeve and explain what's going on is like peering at an ancient Mayan stelae half-covered by the growth of an enveloping jungle.
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Mr Garvie to you
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ok folks in
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the cavern has a 12percent stout from Loch Lommond and its probably the best beer to have come out of Scotland this decade
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Another new event for 2026:
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Chester to Glow Green at Clatterbridge Cancer Charity night walk
Clatterbridge Cancer Charity’s Glow Green Night Walk is coming to Chester for the first time in February. Chester will glow green as hundreds of people come together to walk in support of Cla…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/25/chester-to-glow-green-at-clatterbridge-cancer-charity-night-walk/
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Restaurant week to take place:
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First ever Chester Restaurant Week to be held in February
16th – 22nd February 2026 Chester is about to get tastier! From Sunday 16th to Saturday 22nd February, the city will host the first-ever Chester Restaurant Week, a week-long celebration of independ…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/25/first-ever-chester-restaurant-week-to-be-held-in-february/
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Magic at Oddfellows:
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Step into the bizarre with Simon South Magician at Oddfellows
Magician Simon South is bringing a new show to Oddfellows. Simon has been working in the world of magic for 15 years and is the resident magician at Chester Racecourse and Arley Hall. Simon says &#…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/22/step-into-the-bizarre-with-simon-south-magician-at-oddfellows/
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Macbeth at Storyhouse:
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Macbeth comes to Storyhouse this Spring
Macbeth comes to Storyhouse this spring – and today the full cast for the thrilling new version of Shakespeare’s great tragedy can be revealed. The Storyhouse Originals productionwill be stage…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/21/macbeth-comes-to-storyhouse-this-spring/
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News for chicken fans
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Chick Fil-A could be on the way to Sealand Road
Image: planning document Chick- fil -A (UK) have submitted a planning application to demolish and develop the former Frankie and Benny’s Unit on the Greyhound Retail Park. Later occupied by f…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/15/chick-fil-a-could-be-on-the-way-to-sealand-road/
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Police appeal :
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Vandals target City Walls
Officers are appealing for witnesses and video footage after graffiti was discovered on the historic city walls in Chester. Sometime between 3pm on Wednesday 7 January, and 1.30pm on Thursday 8 Jan…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/15/vandals-target-city-walls/
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New business for Frodsham street
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Social and gaming venue Spinners coming to Frodsham Street this spring
Spinners are opening Spring 2026 following a £1 million investment, transforming the former Poundland unit on Frodsham Street into Chester’s newest competitive socialising venue. Spinners, the comp…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/14/social-and-gaming-venue-spinners-coming-to-frodsham-street-this-spring/
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Deadline looms:
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Blacon Residents Urged to Complete Survey on ÂŁ20 Million Investment Before January Deadline
Local MP Samantha Dixon is reminding Blacon residents to complete the community survey that will help decide how a £20 million investment is spent in the area. Blacon has secured £2 million a year …
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/14/blacon-residents-urged-to-complete-survey-on-20-million-investment-before-january-deadline/
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Ten years already. That went quick! Imagine all the good they have done in that time.
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Nuns road will close for 12 weeks
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Pavement repairs will close Nuns Road for 12 weeks
Paving along Nuns Road in Chester will be lifted and relayed later this month, with a full road closure needed for the duration of the works. Work is planned to begin on Monday 19 January 2026 for …
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/12/pavement-repairs-will-close-nuns-road-for-12-weeks/
about 1 month ago
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Congratulations SHARE !
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SHARE celebrate 10 years supporting the homeless in Chester
Volunteers for SHARE, the charity established 10 years ago by Adam Dandy were recognised today at an event on the SHARE charity shop on Pepper Street. The charity’s original SHARE shop opened…
https://thechesterblog.com/2026/01/12/share-celebrate-10-years-supporting-the-homeless-in-chester/
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Quiz news
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POPULAR QUIZ NIGHT AT CHESTER MARKET RETURNS TO RAISE FUNDS FOR LORD MAYOR'S CHARITIES
A popular charity quiz, hosted by a well-known Chester Blogger, is making a welcome return to Chester Market to raise much needed funds for two local charities.
https://www.dee1063.com/news/local-news/popular-quiz-night-at-chester-market-returns-to-raise-funds-for-lord-mayors-charities/
about 1 month ago
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Last look at the old Tesco before refurb
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Snow pics
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