Things to do in Cheshire West and Chester

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Cheshire West and Chester must see attractions

1. Chester Zoo

Chester Zoo is an enormous complex with recreations of terrain and eco-systems from around the world. The acclaimed site has been voted one of the best zoos in the world due to its excellent facilities, vast enclosures and range of animals. Get around the 125-acre (50-hectare) site by monorail and take in views of some of the 12,000 creatures on display.
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Chester Zoo featuring zoo animals and railway items

2. Chester City Walls

Chester City Walls are relics of the Roman ramparts that surrounded the central part of the ancient commune. Walk along the 2-mile (3.6-kilometer) circuit for excellent views of the old medieval city.
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Chester City Walls which includes heritage elements and chateau or palace

3. Chester Racecourse

Join the racegoers that dress up, sip champagne and place bets on horse races while visiting Chester Racecourse. Established in 1539, Chester Racecourse is the proud recipient of a Guinness World Record award for being the oldest still-operating course in the world. Curiously, the ground on which Chester Racecourse stands was once an island and important Roman harbor. Today it attracts thousands of spectators, who come to enjoy some of England’s most prestigious races.
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Chester Racecourse which includes a sporting event as well as a large group of people

4. Chester Cathedral

Chester Cathedral is a majestic religious structure with a fascinating medieval history. Formerly a Benedictine abbey, the church has melded many English architectural styles, from Norman to perpendicular Gothic. Explore the large complex to discover its freestanding bell tower, monastic buildings and scenic grounds.
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Chester Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and a park

5. University of Chester

The University of Chester is a historic college on the banks of the city’s picturesque canal. Founded in 1839 as a small training facility for teachers, it has expanded to incorporate many faculties and now has six campuses. Explore the Parkgate Road campus to the north of the Chester City Walls to discover its magnificent Victorian-era buildings.
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University of Chester showing an administrative buidling and heritage elements

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