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Stock your wine cellar with Veeno!
Read moreVeeno Chester are helping you prepare for some nights in by offering 33% off their wine takeaway service. You...
03 WAYS TO ORDER with Up North Records!
Read moreChester city centre’s local record shop Up North Records has three ways you can order to fulfill your musical...
The Entertainer – BOGOF and Discounts!
Read moreNeed to keep the kids Entertained… Buy One Get One Free offer on ALL TOYS! At The Entertainer, 78-92, Foregate...
Laundry B remind you that they still deliver
Read moreOur doors are still open at Laundry b ladies, the girls are healthy and there for all of your...
Northgate Development Update -Communication from CW&C 18th March 2020
Read moreStatement from CW&C Re Information Event 25th March In view of the government’s announcements regarding Coronavirus, we have taken...
BID Support for Members – Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Read moreSee the COVID-19 Resources Page HERE for local updates for information and guidance about Business Rates Grants, Cheshire Police...
Easter Food Festival Postponed
Read moreOrganisers of the Taste Cheshire Food and Drink Festival have taken the difficult decision to postpone this year’s Easter...
Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Important Information for Businesses
Read moreThe latest official government guidance on Coronavirus (COVID-19) can be found here:
New Eatery and Cocktail Bar in the Heart of Chester
Read moreSHRUB, a new Eatery and Cocktail Bar is opening soon on the Corner of Eastgate and Northgate Rows. The...
New ‘Destination Chester’ Network launches ‘bold vision’ to drive tourism in Chester and beyond
Read moreOn 2 March, a new economic network led by Chester’s top attractions launched ‘Destination Chester’ with the aim of...
Chester Northgate Development Update
Read moreCheshire West and Chester Council have released a Newsletter providing the latest update to the Northgate Development. There is...
CH1ChesterBID arrange for mothers of Chester to be spoiled
Read moreCH1ChesterBID arrange for mothers of Chester to be spoiled The city’s Business Improvement District is filling the streets of...
Have your say on Cheshire Fire Authority draft IRMP 2020-2024
Read moreCheshire Fire Authority has now published its draft Integrated Risk Management Plan (IRMP) covering the period from 2020 to...
Chester accountants reveal its charity of the year
Read moreA CHESTER accountancy practice has pledged its support to a local hospice for the year ahead. Ellis & Co...
Chester Civic Trust awards Chester Indoor Market and George Street Pocket Park
Read moreChester indoor Market is celebrating again this week after being named the overall winner, receiving the Chair’s Award in...
Boots Opticians – Offers on Prescription Glasses and Sunglasses
Read moreBoots Optician, 7 Frodsham Street, Chester Save £30 when you spend £100 on prescription glasses and sunglasses – check...
Voting is now open for Taste Cheshire Food and Drink Awards 2020
Read moreThe biggest and most important public voted for Food and Drink Awards in the UK has started. With over...
Terrifying Zombies Invade Shopping Centre!
Read moreZombie Nightmare, an hour long post-apocalyptic zombie experience is coming to the Grosvenor Shopping Centre in Chester this March...
Quality Assured Racecourses—a First-Choice Day Out
Read moreChester Racecourse named amongst the top 11 racecourses for raceday experience by LiveTourism All British racecourses accredited as ‘good’...
Chester Race Company Announce Three Year Partnership Deal with Beverage Giants Budweiser Brewing Group
Read moreChester Race Company have today announced a renewed three-year partnership agreement with leading brewer Budweiser Brewing Group UK&I, a...
Chester’s ‘City of Love’ helps tongue-tied lovers with Instagram campaign
Read moreNothing says I love you like a carefully constructed Instagram. But once you’ve got the perfect picture, what is...
Exhibition celebrates work by Art and Design alumni and staff
Read moreA new exhibition celebrating the talents of staff and alumni from the University of Chester’s Department of Art and...
Air Quality Action Plan – Chester City Centre Consultation
Read moreHAVE YOUR SAY ABOUT RECOMMENDED MEASURES THAT MAY IMPACT YOU AND YOUR BUSINESS Cheshire West and Chester Council are undertaking...
Drop-in sessions on Air Quality Action Plan for Chester
Read moreTwo drop-in events have been arranged for the public and local businesses to have their say on the draft...
Chester’s ‘City of Love’ – Valentine Love Offers
Read moreWith Valentine’s Day fast approaching, love is in the air and in no place more than Chester, Britain’s City...
Free chips! CHIP CHIP Hooray!
Read moreCHIP’D the Dutch-inspired artisan chip shop, will be celebrating its first birthday on Saturday 8th February at 12pm. To...
Cheshire Constabulary to host ‘social value’ event in February 2020
Read moreCheshire Constabulary is to host a ‘social value’ event next month encouraging local businesses to consider bidding for contracts...
Happy hour for pubs as government cuts business rates
Read morePubs across the UK to benefit from £1,000 business rates discount. the cut is on top of previously announced...
CH1ChesterBID invites everyone to ‘Be my Valentine’ in Chester’s ‘City of Love’
Read moreChester welcomes romantics with a special Valentine’s Trail (plus glittering prize); romantic walks and love stories and a glittering...
Students put Broadway in the spotlight
Read moreTake a trip through time with the University of Chester Drama Society in a new production set to take...
Chester Businesses Raise Funds for Australian Bushfire Victims
Read moreAustralia is being devastated by some of the most dangerous and catastrophic fires they have ever seen. Although there is...
Oliver & Co’s Couch to 5k
Read moreKeen to get fitter in 2020, some members of the Oliver & Co team have committed to completing a...
Markets, Masterclasses and more! Experience food & drink in Chester
Read moreThis next decade is not about what we have but what we do. As we think about our effect...
CH1 Fitness has arrived!
Read moreLocated in the Grosvenor Shopping Center, CH1 Fitness is Chester’s newest and most state-of-the-art fitness studio and the only...
Verde’s – New Plant Based Food Stall at Chester Market #Veganuary
Read moreChester Market has a newly opened Vegan Food Vendor! Verde’s! Want to give #Veganuary a try?? There’s loads of...
Trust&Co Jewellery
Read moreEstablished In 2000, Trust Jewellery have built a reputation of world class service and quality jewellery. They are Antwerp...
Powells Fine Jewellery
Read moreCome to Powells Fine Jewellers on Eastgate Row to see thousands of carefully sourced pieces of Jewellery & Silverware in...
Warren James
Read moreAT WARREN JAMES THEY BELIEVE EVERYONE DESERVES TO SPARKLE For them, it’s all about genuine jewellery, you – and...
Podium success for Chester’s skating accountant
Read moreA trainee accountant is celebrating after winning another international competition. Alice Williamson who works at Ellis & Co Chartered...
Cathedral Christmas Tree Festival Winners Announced
Read moreThe winners of Chester Cathedral’s 2019 Christmas Tree Festival have been announced with Special Needs Care and ‘Girl Guiding,...
Burger Shed 41: #Veganuary Menu
Read moreIf you fancy a burger minus the meat then the independent Burger Shed 41 has you covered with these...
Chester Cathedral’s very first Young People’s Poetry Competition
Read moreChester Cathedral’s Poet-in-Residence today announced the Cathedral’s very first Young People’s Poetry Competition. The competition, which is open to...
The Saddle Inn: 20% off Main meals
Read moreChester’s Rock Pub, The Saddle Inn on Grosvenor Street is offering 20% off all Main meals with code “CH1...
Free parking in Chester is back for 2020
Read moreVisitors to Chester have been given a New Year boost as two car parks in the city centre will...
Top Tips for going Vegan in Chester this January
Read moreIf one of your New Year’s resolutions was to eat less meat in 2020, then you won’t be alone....
Take 50% off the bill with CH1 Chester Food & Drink Week
Read moreIf your 2020 vision includes eating out with friends more, trying a new restaurant or sharing plates with someone...
Atina Kitchen – Burns Night Menu
Read more25th January 2020, Burns Night Set Menu and Arrival Cocktail £32 Atina Kitchen, 103 Foregate St, Chester CH1 1HE...
Urbano32: #Veganuary Menu
Read moreHead to locally owned independent restaurant on Bridge St in Chester city centre to try out their delicious Vegan...
Poundbakery bring back the Vegan Friendly Veg Curry Roll for Veganuary…and they’re only 2 for £1
Read moreThis January, Poundbakery have announced the return of the Veg Curry Roll. Customers have demanded Poundbakery bring back the...
Chester Market: #FoodieFriday featuring Live Music and food galore!
Read moreIf you haven’t been to Chester Market lately now is the time! Feature an award-winning Italian pizzeria, Thai noodles,...
CH1 Chester Food & Drink Week promises to be twice as good in 2020
Read moreThe second CH1 Chester Food & Drink Week, which takes place this month, has already doubled in size since...
Taste of Cheshire: Farmer’s Market
Read moreCH1 Chester Food & Drink Week kicks off on Saturday 18th January with the Taste of Cheshire Farmers Market...
Crêpeaffaire is Vegan (and not just for January!)
Read moreAs a growing business and after a successful Veganuary 2019, Crêpeaffaire is dedicated to increasing their vegan choice and...
Chester Market: #SaturdaySocial
Read moreSATURDAY SOCIAL! TIL 10PM All the good vibes. Every single one! All under one, chilled out roof!! ? Live...
The Chef’s Table: #Veganuary Menu
Read moreThe menu at the award winning Chef’s Table has been created around their kitchen garden ‘Veg and Petals’ featuring...
Urbano32: 2-4-1 Pizza Tuesday
Read moreAll day every Tuesday enjoy 2-4-1 pizzas at this locally owned independent restaurant on Bridge St in Chester city...
Fiesta Havana: 2-4-1 Fajitas
Read moreFiesta Havana on Watergate Street are offering 2-4-1 Fajitas ALL DAY Sunday-Thursday View Menus and opening times The post...
Less Is AMore Menu at Bella Italia
Read moreWith the new Less Is Amore menu*, there is something for everyone at Bella Italia. Try their new dishes,...
Your New Year’s Eve 2019 Guide to Chester City Centre
Read moreWhether you want to break bread with family and friends, explore Chester’s bar and pub scene or celebrate into...
Chester’s Indoor Market top ten in the country
Read moreChester Indoor Market was a finalist in the 2019 competition to find Britain’s Favourite Market. Organisers, the National Association...
Dressed for Christmas Success: Chester’s storefronts are decorated with gingerbread
Read moreCH1ChesterBID launched a Gingerbread Window Dressing competition in late November, with children’s shop Weasel & The Bug recently voted...
The Coach House: 50% off All Food
Read more50% off all food Monday to Friday throughout January AND February! Book Here The post The Coach House: 50%...
Slug & Lettuce: Lunch for £5
Read more£5 lunch – Monday to Friday (selected food and drink Mon – Fri until 4pm for just £5) BOOK...
The Chester Grosvenor: 2 course lunch with a glass of chilled Taittinger Champagne £25pp
Read moreLet’s Do Lunch This January Enjoy two delicious courses from the La Brasserie at The Chester Grosvenor’s January lunch...
Baked to perfection: Chester becomes a gingerbread city
Read moreChester is celebrating Christmas with a special citywide gingerbread theme linked to its Roman heritage, which has taken over...
New Afternoon Teas at Cafe Rouge
Read moreCome along to Cafe Rouge, Bridge Street, Chester this January and try their new Afternoon Tea’s Vegan Afternoon Tea:...
Night-time safety boost as Safe Space announces new Christmas dates
Read moreChester’s popular Safe Space initiative has announced additional Christmas dates to cover the busy party season following a successful...
A Christmas Tree for Life, not just for Christmas at Chester Cathedral
Read moreA stunning new Christmas Tree has joined the sparkling Christmas Tree Festival at Chester Cathedral this year. Conservation artist,...
Chester accountants welcome new employee to the team
Read moreEllis & Co Chartered Accountants and Business Advisers has welcomed a new member of staff to its Chester office....
Sweet Elements Launch December Photo Competition
Read moreWin a macarons class for you and a friend in the new year. To win post the most creative...
Chester’s independent businesses back annual campaign
Read moreCH1ChesterBID and a raft of Chester’s independent businesses have thrown their support behind the national campaign, Small Business Saturday...
Santa’s back and he has some stories to tell…
Read moreCH1ChesterBID, in partnership with Storyhouse, has brought back the festive attraction, Storytelling with Santa With a free Gingerbread biscuit...
Recognition award for Chester business owner
Read moreA Chester business owner has been recognised for his contribution to the business community. Robert Ellis, director of Ellis...
Ellis & Co Solicitors – Sharing the same Corporate Social Responsibility Values as Oliver & Co
Read moreOn 18th October 2019, we joined forces with established, local law firm Ellis & Co. Ellis & Co Solicitors...
Free Parking at Linenhall for Late Night Christmas Shopping
Read morePublished on 20 November 2019 Chester Race Company will be offering complimentary parking to shoppers each Thursday evening in...
WIN A £10,000 HOLIDAY AT FLIGHT CENTRE
Read moreYep, that’s right, Flight Centre is here to help with that seasonal stress. Xmas shopping list getting crazy? Things...
Chester’s Christmas Lantern Parade 28 November
Read moreThe Christmas Festivities continue next week with lanterns lighting up Chester City Centre on Thursday 28 November. Chester’s Queen...
Black Friday 25% off at Hotter
Read moreCome along to Hotter, 30 Eastgate Row Chester and received 25% off everything from November 25th until December 1st....
A GINGERBREAD FILLED CHRISTMAS AT GROSVENOR SHOPPING CENTRE
Read moreThe Grosvenor Shopping Centre in Chester is set to host a range of festive activities for both kids and...
Free ActionCOACH Seminar
Read moreOn 3rd December at the Mercure Chester Abbots Well, ActionCOACH Chester will be hosting a FREE half-day seminar for...
All aboard the Park and Ride bus with ChELFie and ELFie, Chester`s Christmas Elves
Read moreIt was a chilly morning in Chester City centre, but the Chester Christmas Elves were out and about, spreading...
Gingerbread Village is icing on the cake for Chester’s Christmas festivities
Read moreCH1ChesterBID has announced the opening of a brand-new ‘Gingerbread Village’ to celebrate the city’s Christmas theme A magical Gingerbread...
Culinary extravaganza hailed a sweet success as University of Chester launches its first Great British Bake On.
Read moreQueens of Tarts competed alongside Soggy Bottoms and Jammy Dodgers to raise hundreds of pounds for charity in a...
Sustainability generates creativity in city display.
Read moreA creative approach to recycling and upcycling is on display in Chester city centre. Following a theme of sustainability,...
Chester Zoo has released exciting new details about its annual Christmas event, The Lanterns.
Read moreShowcasing much-loved animal illuminations and characters from years gone by, visitors this year will journey through nine unique worlds...
Go Contactless on Chester’s Park and Ride
Read moreCheshire West and Chester Council have worked with Stagecoach Bus to introduce contactless payments on the city’s Park and...
2 for £25 on kids onesies at M&S
Read moreDEAL! 2 for £25 on selected kids onsies (normally up to £28 per onesie so brilliant savings!) Perfect Christmas...
Sweet Success! Trick or Treat Trail 2019
Read moreA ‘spooktacular’ programme of family-friendly events took place in Chester city centre this October, in celebration of Halloween. The...
#Individuality Campaign Launched at Storyhouse
Read moreTAPE’s unique #Individuality campaign launched in spectacular fashion at the prestigious large, mixed-use cultural building, The Storyhouse in Chester....
Deadline Approaching for High Sheriff’s Awards for Enterprise
Read moreThe deadline is approaching to enter this year’s High Sheriff’s Awards for Enterprise (12th November 2019). Now in their 14th...
Welcome party for established law firm at Oliver and Co
Read moreOn Friday 25th October, the Oliver and Co office closed at 4:30pm for a welcome party for Ellis and...
Purple Tuesday 12th Nov, the UK’s most accessible shopping day
Read moreWhat’s it all about? Purple Tuesday 2019 is an international call to action, focused on changing the customer experience...
Joseph Benjamin awarded Bib Gourmand in Michelin Guide 2020
Read moreChester’s very own Joseph Benjamin on Northgate Street has been awarded a coveted ‘Bib Gourmand’ again this year. 8...
Annual CH1ChesterBID Customer Service Awards recognise the best of the best
Read moreChester city centre businesses have this week come together to celebrate as the winners of the annual CH1ChesterBID Customer...
Local Chamber of Commerce Funds Free Businesses Brexit Bootcamps
Read moreWest Cheshire and North Wales Chamber of Commerce (WCNW) has secured government funding to deliver an urgent series of...
Oliver & Co Employees take on West Kirby Beach for a festive, eco-friendly day out
Read moreIt may still be 8 weeks away, but employees at Oliver & Co were getting into the festive spirit...
Knife Angel Comes to Chester Cathedral
Read moreThe famous Knife Angel sculpture, which has been touring the country to promote the nationwide campaign against knife crime,...
A pride of Asiatic lions – the world’s rarest lion species – have taken their first steps into a specially-created new home at Chester Zoo.
Read moreThe zoo’s new conservation area is the UK’s largest habitat for Asiatic lions. The habitat is designed to recreate...
City’s Trick or Treat trail set to return this Halloween
Read moreA ‘spooktacular’ programme of family-friendly events are taking place in Chester city centre this October, in celebration of Halloween....
200,000th brick placed on ‘Chester Cathedral in LEGO’
Read moreBBC Breakfast presenter, Louise Minchin placed the 200,000th brick onto the ‘Chester Cathedral in LEGO’ replica during a special...