What is happening to Old Chester Market?

With its final day of trading taking place on October 15, 2022, several stalls moved to the Northgate Street development as part of the new market, but many of our readers were keen to share fond memories of the old site.

What are they doing with the old Chester Market?

Opened in autumn 2022; the scheme includes an arched arcade from the former library frontage into a new public square, an indoor market hall relocated from the Forum, a six screen cinema, cafes and restaurants, co-working office spaces and a multi-storey car park to replace the Market car park which will close once ...

Is Chester Market closing down?

It's the end of an era for Chester Market as it prepares to close its doors for the last time ahead of a move to the new market at the Northgate development. The market has been based in the Forum Shopping Centre since the 1960s, when the development was built to replace the Victorian market hall demolished in 1967.

Does Chester have an outdoor market?

Description. Let's all shop local outside Chester Town Hall at the monthly Taste Cheshire Farmers Market.

How much did Chester Market cost?

In 2019 the council committed to developing a new market as part of the £70m Northgate development in the city centre and a new market hall will open in early 2022, alongside a new cinema, public square, car park; a short walk from its current home and adjacent to Storyhouse.

Chester Old Market Final Days Before Closing October 2022 Northwest Cheshire UK

What is the most expensive place in Chester?

Of all the areas surveyed, the most expensive street was Lower Park Road (CH4) which commands an average sale price of £1,330,189. Next is Dee Hills Park (CH3) with an equally eye-watering £1,208,604 average. Green Bank (CH4) came third with its properties selling for around £856,666.

What is happening to the forum in Chester?

It shut for the final time on 31st December 2022, following the relocation of the market and the closure of the Market Car Park. The shopping centre – which first opened in 1967, and was refurbished in 1995 – has been mothballed as part of the council's vision to regenerate the Northgate area of the city.

What is the most expensive street in Chester?

Topping the top ten most expensive Cheshire streets is Whitebarn Road, in Alderley Edge, with an average house value of £2,830,689, according to Zoopla.

What is the famous shopping area in Chester?

The Chester Rows are the most unique element of the Chester shopping experience, lining the four main shopping streets radiating from Chester Cross of Northgate Street, Eastgate Street, Watergate Street (to the west) and Bridge Street (to the south).

What is the largest outdoor market in the UK?

Norwich Market

With 200 stalls – complete with distinctive brightly coloured stripy awnings – this open-air market is the largest in the country. On offer is a fantastic choice of local items including meat, fish, fresh bread, chutneys and cheese, as well as clothes, toys, jewellery and more.

Is Selfridges coming to Chester?

When CheshireLive contacted Selfridges to ask whether they were, indeed, planning to set up shop in Chester, we were told that they would not be going into the 153,268 square foot building. And when we approached site owners British Land, they would only respond to say "there is no update at the moment".

What are the old shops in Chester called?

The Rows. One of the most fascinating and unique parts of Chester is the Rows. These two-tiered timber-framed galleries line the main streets of the city. Brimming with the city's history, they are waiting to be explored this winter.

What time do Chester markets shut?

OPEN. Tuesday-Saturday : 8am-6pm. Sunday : 10am-6pm. Monday : Closed.

What is the 15 minute city in Chester?

The idea of a so-called 15-minute city involves redesigning urban areas so that residents have access to everything they need – work, shops, medical services, parks, leisure facilities – all within a 15-minute walk or short cycling distance from where they live.

Is Boujee Chester closing down?

Boujee Restaurant And Bar - Chester - CLOSED.

What are the vanished pubs of Chester?

Over 500 Chester pub names have been recorded over the centuries. The locations of such evocative hostelries as The Bleeding Horse, The Hat & Beaver, and The Blackamore's Head are sadly lost to us (these and others, until we manage to track them down, are listed under unknown locations).

Where has Chester Market moved to?

LOCATION: Northgate Quarter – including indoor market hall between Hunter Street and Princess Street, plus street market in the public square and Princess Street.

What food is Chester famous for?

Ginger Hospitality

Cheshire, a historic county in the north-west of England, is known for its picturesque countryside and rich food heritage. From the crumbly and salty Cheshire Cheese to the sweet and tangy Chester Pudding, there are several traditional dishes that have been enjoyed in the region for centuries.

What is the best area to live in Chester?

For those looking to live in Chester, some of the top residential areas include Hoole, Upton, Handbridge, and Curzon Park. Absolutely! Chester is known for its family-friendly atmosphere. The city has excellent schools, including both primary and secondary options.

What is the poshest place in Cheshire?

Alderley Edge is known for its affluence and expensive houses, falling inside Cheshire's Golden Triangle. Alderley Edge has a selection of cafes and designer shops and has attracted numerous Premier League footballers, actors and multi-millionaire businesspeople.

What is the posh area in Cheshire?

The Golden Triangle (sometimes called the Footballer Belt) is an area of affluent small towns and villages in Cheshire, England. The exact three points of the triangle are the subject of local debate but are generally considered to be Alderley Edge, Prestbury, and Wilmslow.

What is the richest street in Cheshire?

House prices have continued to creep up in first-placed Whitebarn Road, Alderley Edge. Back in 2019, it topped Zoopla's most expensive Cheshire list with an average of £2,830,689.

Why is there a wall around Chester?

These new walls were built to prevent raids by the Vikings. The Norman's and Earls of Chester completed the walls to fully encircle the city. Tall towers and larger impressive gateways were added. These have since gone but might have looked like the gates that still stand in York today.

Has Chester got a market?

Chester's new market offers a vibrant selection of produce and goods together with a fantastic choice of authentic global foods all under one roof.

Why live in Chester?

The historic heart of Chester, which is bordered by the magnificent River Dee, is steeped in history. You'll be hard-pressed to find a more picturesque city than Chester, with its famous Roman ruins and breath-taking Cathedral, as well as its well-preserved town, city walls, and beautiful mediaeval architecture.