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Enjoy activities in the great outdoors in Chester 

Take your pick from our choice of all the top outdoor activities in Chester below or discover your absolute favourites by clicking ‘Find My Perfect Outdoor Activity’ to filter by your additional personal preferences. 

With so much time spent inside these days when you’re looking for things to do in Chester it feels so good to get out in the fresh air, be active and take in the awesome natural backdrop this unique city enjoys from so many aspects. 

Whether you’re looking for adventure activities or a relaxing time in the outdoors and nature you will certainly find Chester has a great choice on offer for every taste and mood including loads of types of watersports and fingers crossed you’ll be blessed with sunshine while you enjoy your chosen days out and activities. 

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There’s nothing better than spending your days out in the great outdoors and when it comes to things to do outside, Chester and the surrounding areas have so much on offer for you to choose from

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