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 August 29, 2026
Home Bargains to close 19 Cheshire stores on major date in retail calendar
Home Bargains stores across Cheshire will be closed on a major retail day later this year. Chester and District Standard | Business | News…
Chester News August 22, 2026
Mum-of-six earns first-class degree after returning to University of Chester
Rainhill mum-of-six Amy Bradley has achieved first-class grades after returning to university in her 40s and now plans to study for a master’s degree Chester and District Standard | Education | News…
Chester News August 13, 2026
Hearing healthcare company in Chester celebrating 100 years
A hearing healthcare company has marked 100 years in business with a week of celebrations. Chester and District Standard | Business | News…
Chester News August 5, 2026
Two University of Chester projects shortlisted for major sustainability awards
Two university projects have been shortlisted for major sustainability awards. Chester and District Standard | Education | News…
Chester News July 26, 2026
HMRC issues deadline warning to 864,000 taxpayers with just two weeks left to act
More than 864,000 sole traders and landlords have just two weeks left to complete a new tax requirement under Making Tax Digital (MTD) for Income Tax, HMRC has warned. Chester and District Standard | Business | 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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