What will happen to 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 ...

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 is the new Chester Market plan?

The new Chester Market will provide a world-class indoor market hall, with complementary indoor and outdoor units. It will be the home of independent retail, a food and beverage hub and an important business incubator for local entrepreneurs.

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.

What date is Chester Christmas Market 2023?

November 17, 2023 - December 21, 2023

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Is Chester Christmas Market any good?

Lots of food stalls, and unique gifts. “Absolutely loved it.” Very festive indeed,lots of stalls selling mulled wine ,all manner of fast food outlets and lots of twinkling lights...

Where is Chester Xmas market 2023?

Chester Christmas Market is open seven days a week and is located in the city's beautiful Town Hall Square opposite Chester Cathedral.

Is Chester Christmas market free?

The Chester Christmas Market is back from 17 November – 21 December. There's 70 stalls filled with local, independent and artisan wares including craft spirits, hand-crafted homewares, fragrances, jewellery, local produce and more. It's a great place to enjoy the festive atmosphere and there's no entry charge.

How many stalls are in the Chester Christmas market?

A handmade, historical, magical experience awaits you with 70 traders situated in the square around the town hall, the new arcade and the forum surrounding the iconic sparkling tree in the heart of the city centre.

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.

Is Chester up and coming?

With the emergence of the much-anticipated Northgate development and the launch of Chester's new market, 2022 has been a year of significant and long-lasting change for the city centre. 2023 is already shaping up to follow suit, with a host of new developments as well as hospitality and retail openings in the pipeline.

Why is Chester important?

The city of Chester was founded as a fort, known as Deva Vitrix, by the Romans in AD 70s, as early as AD 74 based on discovered lead pipes. The city was the scene of battles between warring Welsh and Saxon kingdoms throughout the post-Roman years until the Saxons strengthened the fort against raiding Danes.

When did the new Chester market open?

The new Chester Market opened its doors to the public on Tuesday 8 November in Exchange Square off Northgate Street following a sell-out preview weekend; and will be open six days per week and closed on Mondays.

Is Chester a good investment?

Demand & Supply of Chester Rental Properties

The Chester rental market has experienced a sustained period of significant rental inflation over the past few years. Despite that, Zoopla recently stated that demand for rental properties on its portal was 51% higher in Q3 2023 than the five-year average.

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.

Who is the architect of the Chester market?

Cheshire West and Chester Council worked with AHR Architects and Cascade Productions to realise the new market and the fit-out contractor was Medlock FRB.

Is Chester UK worth visiting?

Chester has the most complete city walls, the oldest racecourse and the largest Roman Amphitheatre in Britain, plus a 1000 year old Cathedral with Europe's finest example of medieval carvings - and of course the one and only 700 year old Rows galleries where shopping is a double delight. Visit Chester!

What is the biggest Christmas market in UK?

Birmingham and Manchester Christmas markets are among the largest Christmas markets in the UK.

Is Chester Christmas market on every day?

The Chester Christmas Market will be open seven days a week; Sunday to Wednesday 10.30am to 6.30pm Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10.30am to 8pm.

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.

Where is the best Christmas Market?

Does Liverpool have a Christmas Market?

The festive home of local Artisan & Street Food in Liverpool. Opens November 18th at 11am to 10pm daily. Closes on 24th December at 5pm.

What time do Chester markets shut?

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

What is at Chester Christmas Markets?

Favourites such as the Macaroon Stall will also return, along with the Nidhoggr Mead Company and Chester business Pars Kahve. Food and drink stalls at this year's Christmas Market will include a Gin & Prosecco Bar as well as a Christmas Hog Roast.

What happens at Christmas Markets?

Traditionally held in the town square, the market offers food, drinks and seasonal items for sale from open-air stalls, accompanied by traditional singing and dancing.