Chester Town Hall Regalia Talk and Tour

On Saturday 12 August, members of the public can enjoy a tour led by the Town Hall Keeper and get to know more about the history of Chester Town Hall; from it’s opening in 1869, right up to modern day uses and events.  The tour will culminate with a civic regalia talk led by the Lord Mayor’s Attendant, providing you the opportunity to get up close to these unique treasures whilst learning about the history of the Lord Mayor and why they have a Sword and Mace.

Tours will be running at 11 am, 1.30 pm and 3.30 pm and last no more than 1.5 hours.

Tickets £9.50 per person and under 16s are free with an accompanying paying adult.

More information is available via the 'Website' button above or pop into the Visitor Information Centre at Chester Town Hall.

Chester Town Hall was built 1865-9. It was opened on 15 October 1869 by HRH The Prince of Wales, Earl of Chester, later King Edward VII. Built from buff and pink sandstone it is a High Victorian reinterpretation of the 13th-century Cloth Hall at Ypres in Belgium. Today most Council services are delivered from other offices across the Borough but the Town Hall is still regarded as the symbolic expression of civic government and civic pride. Many civic events are hosted there throughout the year, maintaining the historic traditions for which Chester is justly proud. Today the building is also a popular wedding venue, together with hosting community and cultural events and welcoming tourist visits to the City.