Chester Heritage Festival 2026 is a wrap!

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From 23rd May to 7th June, Chester came alive with a celebration of our rich and remarkable history. There was so much to discover.

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This year we were thrilled to welcome BBC Gladiators 2025 winner, Amanda Wah, and Sunday Times bestselling author Ben Kane to the festival, alongside brilliant new additions like Pavementology with David Southern - a performance born at the Edinburgh Fringe that turned the stories beneath your feet into something unforgettable - and a Roman Virtual Reality experience that brought Chester's ancient past to life like

never before.

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Whether you wanted to explore the city's enchanting past, uncover hidden histories, or find a free, engaging day out that sparked the imagination for all the family, this year's festival had something for everyone.

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Thank you so much to everyone who joined us - your enthusiasm, curiosity, and company made Chester Heritage Festival 2026 truly wonderful and a very special thank you to the team of hardworking volunteers who make the

festival possible.

 

Keep an eye out for announcements on next year's festival, and in the meantime, keep an eye on Heritage Chester to stay up to date with our other events throughout the year.