• Chester City Walls - We will walk a section of Chester city walls explaining how they started and developed.
• Chester Rows - We will walk Chester unique rows and explain why and how they were used in medieval Chester.
• Chester Roman Amphitheatre - Here we will describe what the area of the amphitheater was used for by St. John’s cathedral in medieval times

• Opportunity to handle guide’s equipment under supervision
• Guided tour with knowledgeable staff

This captivating tour will delve into medieval Chester in the year 1403. During this period, England is governed by King Henry IV, yet his rule is challenged by the rebellion led by Henry ‘Hotspur’ Percy, alongside his allies Owain Glyndwr and the Earl of Douglas.

Our guides, dressed in authentic medieval attire, will escort you through Chester, highlighting key events of the era and explaining the motivations behind Hotspur’s rebellion against the King. Participants will also gain insight into the lives of soldiers residing in the city, especially the renowned and skilled Cheshire longbowmen, who once served as the crown’s bodyguards.

The tour includes visits to notable sites such as the Chester walls, Chester’s famous medieval rows, and some of the remaining medieval buildings.

Please note, this tour emphasizes the narrative of the rebellion rather than sightseeing and architecture.

By the tour’s conclusion, you will understand the rebellion’s impact on Chester and its lasting effects on modern Britain.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.