A Chester Christmas 2025 - lunchtime netwalk

This easy lunchtime walk will explore the streets of central Chester at Christmas time. We'll take in the Christmas market, a relatively recent tradition, but we'll also explore medieval lanes decorated with festive lights. Many of our Christmas traditions have their origins in ancient practices and we'll trace the roots of some of these back to Rome and beyond.

Why does Chester have its unique Winter Watch parades? And what about the miracle of the Christmas lights at the Cathedral?

Your professional local guide, Katie, will share some stories along the route but you'll also have plenty of chance to chat with fellow walkers.

The walk will begin and end at the Storyhouse, giving you a chance to perhaps grab a drink or some food there afterwards and continue the conversation with fellow walkers. There's also the option to finish up at the Christmas Market for some last minute shopping or perhaps some hot chocolate or mulled wine.

This is one of a series of regular monthly netwalks in and around Chester city centre held on the third Wednesday of every month. Occasional longer Sunday netwalks take place on the first Sunday of the month. Please follow me for more details of future events.

Who are these netwalks for?

Literally everyone and anyone! A lunchtime walk is great way to escape your desk and recharge the batteries whilst getting a little fresh air and exercise, so they are ideal for anyone working in and around central Chester in an office or shared space. Some of the best connections can be made whilst just walking and chatting. For those working from home, it could be a chance to meet some like-minded people and share some interesting conversations along the way. Anyone who loves all things Chester related - local and visitor alike - will hopefully find something of interest along the route. These walks are very informal - please do come along and join us!

This particular walk might be a great alternative Christmas lunch event - no expensive set menus but a great way to get together and do something a little different. It would be lovely to see many of you who have joined these walks over the past year for a Christmas catch-up.

Where’s it happening?

Please meet outside the main entrance of the Storyhouse on Hunter Street, CH1 2AR for a prompt start at 12:10 pm.

The walk will last approximately 40 minutes and will end back at the Storyhouse .

I'll be at the meeting point from just before noon so please come along and introduce yourself.

The practical stuff:

The walk will go ahead whatever the weather so please dress appropriately.

Chester is a historic city and the route may cover uneven surfaces and include steps so please wear suitable footwear. If you have any mobility issues or other accessibility concerns, please contact the organiser before booking to ensure the route can be adjusted accordingly.

The event does not include lunch but there are many options for eat-in or take-away food and drink in the local area, including at the Storyhouse itself.

If the event has to be cancelled at short notice for any reason, the organisers will make every effort to contact you using details provided at the time of booking.

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