Chester News and Events
Planning your Chester trip? Whether you’re looking for things to do in Chester such as events and attractions, to make your Chester visit run smoothly or are planning where to stay in Chester, you’ll find everything you need for your Chester holiday on Whats On in Chester.com. Our What’s On Chester guide has the latest events not to miss while you visit Chester – there’s always something going on, so don’t miss out on the latest exhibitions, shows and more on your trip to Chester by checking out our News and Events page.
See what's On in Chester. The events calendar is always packed with arts festivals, live music, exhibitions, blockbuster theatre shows, sport and activities for family and kids.
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Chester News November 4, 2026
Colourful ‘THEATRE’ sign planned for Ellesmere Port venue after delay
THEATRE Porto appear set to brighten up their Whitby Park building with a neon sign after a delay. Chester and District Standard | Education | News…
Chester News November 2, 2026
Ellesmere Port pub raises more than £8,000 for boy with rare genetic disorder
An Ellesmere Port pub has helped raise thousands of pounds for a young boy through a 14-mile sponsored walk to Anfield. Chester and District Standard | Business | News…
Chester News October 23, 2026
Christmas in Chester 2026: free week-by-week guide
Christmas in Chester 2026, week by week, in one free guide: the Christmas market, Chester Zoo’s Lanterns & Light, the Winter Watch parades, Cathedral concerts, Christmas shows and plenty of…
Chester News October 17, 2026
Chester cocktail company seeks self-employed mixologists for bookings across Cheshire
SELF-EMPLOYED “mixologists” are being sought for a Chester company that works in Cheshire and North Wales. Chester and District Standard | Business | News…
Chester News October 17, 2026
Cheshire College South & West shortlisted in two categories at awards
Cheshire College – South & West has been shortlisted in two categories at the West Cheshire Chamber Annual Recognition Awards. Chester and District Standard | Education | News…
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Chester and District Standard | Business
- Nationwide savers set for a welcome boost from December – how much will you get?by jade.wright@newsquest.co.uk | Jade Wright on November 6, 2026 at 10:40 am
Nationwide is raising rates on most variable savings accounts, with some paying 3.55%. It comes as bank switching jumps 55%.
- Kitchen brand offers showroom space to community groups and charities in Chesterby matthew.dougherty@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Dougherty on November 6, 2026 at 6:00 am
A KITCHEN showroom is inviting community groups to use its space free of charge.
- Farm shop warns satnavs are sending customers to the wrong entranceby barrie.white@newsquest.co.uk | Barrie White on November 5, 2026 at 10:49 am
A FARM shop has issued a warning to customers about incorrect directions given by satnavs and maps.
Cheshire Live – What’s On – Lifestyle
- Hickory's Smokehouse reopens Cheshire restaurant after glow-upby cheshire.news@reachplc.com (Gary Porter, Emma Gill) on November 6, 2026 at 6:00 am
'We've listened to what our guests asked for, more booths, a better, bigger bar area and more space to watch the sport'
- Inside new-look Miller & Carter Chester after major revampby cheshire.news@reachplc.com (Gary Porter) on November 6, 2026 at 6:00 am
The steakhouse has been transformed
- Disney confirms opening date for new Cheshire Oaks storeby cheshire.news@reachplc.com (Gary Porter) on November 5, 2026 at 4:09 pm
Exciting news!
Chester and District Standard | Education
- Cheshire College students rewards at Freemen and Guilds Awards as partnership growsby barrie.white@newsquest.co.uk | Barrie White on November 5, 2026 at 4:17 pm
A PARTNERSHIP spanning more than five decades has continued to recognise the achievements of Cheshire College – South & West students.
- Colourful ‘THEATRE’ sign planned for Ellesmere Port venue after delayby matthew.dougherty@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Dougherty on November 4, 2026 at 2:10 pm
THEATRE Porto appear set to brighten up their Whitby Park building with a neon sign after a delay.
- Cheshire College South and West plan building extension at Ellesmere Port campusby matthew.dougherty@newsquest.co.uk | Matthew Dougherty on November 4, 2026 at 1:39 pm
CHESHIRE College South and West has lodged plans to create an extension at its Ellesmere Port campus, providing additional classrooms and floor space.
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