A Year in Chester
There is always a lot for students to see and do in Chester. Chester offers something for everyone throughout the year. Take a look.
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January
The January Sales
Chester is a brilliant place for shopping. The January sales are really popular and bargain-hunters fill the city.
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February
Cheese Rolling Contest
Chester and Cheshire, our region, is world-famous for cheese. In February there is a popular cheese rolling competition.
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March
Sport
In every month there are opportunities to play different sports or simply be a spectator.
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April
Food & Drink Festival
There are many great eating places in Chester and an interest in food from many different countries.
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May
Chester Races
Chester’s May race meeting is a big event and the race course is very near the school.
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June
Midsummer Watch Parade
Everyone enjoys the colour and magic of this summer pageant through Chester’s streets.
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July
Grosvenor Park Theatre
Everyone enjoys being outdoors in the summer and there is always some open-air theatre.
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August
Chester Literature Festival
Many famous writers come to Chester during the annual Literature Festival.
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September
Chester Fashion Festival
Stepping out in style - Chester people love to dress up at any time of year.
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October
Celebrating Halloween
Ghost tours, pumpkins and witches are all part of the Halloween celebration on 31 October.
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November
Chester Lantern Parade
A procession of lanterns brings a warm glow to city centre streets in November.
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December
Winter Wonderland
There are many special winter attractions in Chester - the ice rink, fair and big wheel attract thousands of local people and visitors.
Images provided by the Chester Chronicle
