Tours by Rail | Women's Stories

'Tours by Rail - Step into the Story' is a series of free, expert-led tours taking place this autumn and winter across Chester and Wrexham, discovering heritage in a new and sustainable way.

Women's Stories Tour

This tour, 'Women's Stories', is designed to highlight the stories of women who have helped to create the historic border cities of Chester and Wrexham as we know them today. These will include women whose contributions are well known or have been recognised locally or nationally, as well as some of those whose stories are more hidden and in need of celebrating.

Along the route you'll encounter saints, royals, politicians, medics, educators, sportswomen and others whose daily lives were key to the development of their hometowns. Your guide will also share stories of women who witnessed major events in Welsh and English history as they unfolded in this border region.

IMPORTANT INFOMRATION:

• Please see the agenda for the full itinerary of the day.

• The tour, including rail travel and lunch is all free but you must book a free ticket via Eventbrite.

• Please e-mail [email protected] if you have any dietary needs.

• This walk takes place in the city centres of Chester and Wrexham, partly in pedestrianised areas and all on paved roads and paths. However, the route will cover some uneven surfaces and inclines and does include steps, so please wear suitable footwear. If you have any mobility issues or other accessibility concerns, please e-mail [email protected] before booking to ensure the route can be adjusted accordingly.

• Total approximate distance of this walk will be 3.7km (Chester approximately 1.6 km and Wrexham approximately 2.1 km).

• The walk is not intended for children, although may be suitable for older teenagers with an interest in the subject. Under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult.

• · If you can no longer attend, please cancel your ticket via Eventbrite, we may be able to offer your space to someone on the waitlist.

• Photography and filming will take place at this event for promotional purposes, which may include use on social media, in marketing materials, on our website, and in press coverage. If you would prefer not to appear in any photographs or video footage, please inform a member of staff on the day.

'Tours by Rail - Step into the Story' has been funded by the Community Rail Network, Community Rail Development Fund and Transport for Wales.

The tours celebrate the stories, people and places that connect communities along the rail network. Each tour is guided by accredited Green Badge Tour Guides, with participants travelling by train between destinations and enjoying a locally sourced lunch along the way.

With only eight spaces available on each tour, participants are encouraged to book early. If all spaces have been filled please add your details to the waitlist.

Info: Meeting outside the front of Chester railway station your tour guide will begin the tour with a short walk around the immediate neighbourhood

Info: The morning tour finishes at 11:10 leaving plenty of time to board the train from Chester railway station to Wrexham General railway station.

Info: A free lunch will be provided at a local establishment in Wrexham.

Info: The afternoon tour will commence exploring stories of Wrexham women at key locations such as St Giles’ church and the Racecourse football ground.

Info: We will depart Wrexham General railway station for our return train journey to Chester railway station arriving at 15:21.

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