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1. www.britannica.com › place › Chester-EnglandChester | England, Map, History, & Population | Britannica

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   2 days ago · Chester, urban area (from 2011 built-up area) and former city (district), Cheshire West and Chester unitary authority, northwestern England. It is situated on a small sandstone ridge at the head of the estuary of the River Dee. The town’s location was chosen by the Romans as headquarters of Legion.

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2. www.tripadvisor.co.uk › Attractions-g186233THE 10 BEST Hidden Gem Attractions in Chester - Tripadvisor

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   Jun 1, 2024 · Highly rated hidden gems in Chester: Top hidden gem activities. See Tripadvisor's 273,456 traveller reviews and photos of Chester hidden gem attractions.

3. www.tripadvisor.co.uk › Attractions-g186233THE 10 BEST Outdoor Activities in Chester (Updated 2024)

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   Jun 17, 2024 · Top Outdoor Activities in Chester: See reviews and photos of outdoor activities in Chester, United Kingdom on Tripadvisor.

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5. www.british-history.ac.uk › vch › chesThe city of Chester | British History Online

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   Chester was for many centuries the most important place by far in north-western England. That was largely due to its location at the crossroads of the British Isles, where routes from southern Britain led into north Wales and the Irish Sea.

6. www.british-history.ac.uk › vch › chesEarly medieval Chester 400-1230 | British History Online

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   2 days ago · By the time of the Northumbrian king Æthelfrith's victory over the British in 616, Chester was in territory associated with the British kingdom of Powys and was perhaps the seat of a branch of the royal dynasty of the Cadelling, whose representatives were prominent in the battle.

7. www.expedia.co.uk › ChesterChester Travel Guide: Best of Chester, England Travel 2024 ...

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   6 days ago · This pretty market town in northwest England is famous for its Roman heritage, unique shopping district and historic taverns. Picturesque Chester attracts visitors with its Roman-era architecture, centuries-old pubs, lively shopping streets and horse racing.

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   Where is Chester in England?

   • Chester, urban area (from 2011 built-up area) and former city ( district), Cheshire West and Chester unitary authority, northwestern England. It is situated on a small sandstone ridge at the head of the estuary of the River Dee. The town’s location was chosen by the Romans as headquarters of Legion XX.

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   Why is Chester important?

   • Chester was for many centuries the most important place by far in north-western England. That was largely due to its location at the crossroads of the British Isles, where routes from southern Britain led into north Wales and the Irish Sea.

   The city of Chester | British History Online

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   Is Chester a city or a town?

   • Chester survived as a regional capital through the Middle Ages and into the 18th century, with no rival nearer than Shrewsbury, but it dominated a much smaller region than cities such as Bristol, Exeter, Norwich, and Newcastle upon Tyne, as well as being a smaller place in absolute terms.

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   Why was Chester important to the Northumbrian dynasty?

   • By the time of the Northumbrian king Æthelfrith's victory over the British in 616, Chester was in territory associated with the British kingdom of Powys and was perhaps the seat of a branch of the royal dynasty of the Cadelling, whose representatives were prominent in the battle.

   Early medieval Chester 400-1230 | British History Online

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   Was Chester A Roman city?

   • Although in the early 8th century Bede called Chester a city ( civitas) and clearly knew of it as a Roman place, he said nothing about later activity there. (fn. 1) Nevertheless, despite the silence of the documentary sources, the site's enduring importance suggests that some form of occupation may have continued after the Roman army left.

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   When did Chester become a city?

   • William I (the Conqueror) made it the centre of a palatinate earldom in 1071, virtually independent of royal government, but in 1237 the earldom reverted to the crown. The earliest city charter dates from 1176. Chester was an important port in the 13th and 14th centuries, trading especially with Ireland.

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9. www.olivemagazine.com › restaurants › north-westChester Foodie Guide: Where To Eat in Chester | olivemagazine

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   Jun 12, 2024 · Looking for Chester restaurants? Here are our favourite restaurants in the small city in Cheshire. The best foodie spots include cracking aubergine pizzas at Stile Napoletano, pillowy blueberry pancakes at Flower Cup and freshly made dumplings at Pierogi .