Outdoor Activities
in Chester

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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

Latest Chester days out and activities news

Feb 15
Chester Racecourse is Leading The Field Welcoming Back Visitors

Chester Racecourse has always been a leader in Chester and now with plans to welcome…

Nov 16
Chester Racecourse Steps in as Offical Supporter of Chester Zoo

Chester Zoo continues to need support during these uncertain times and Chester…

Oct 26
For once the weather won’t spoil your visit to The Ice Cream Farm

With families on the lookout for fun, safe things to do during the coming winter…

Aug 11
Brave horses and a plum draw contribute to success at Chester Racecourse

Praise of Shadows, sent off at 8/1, landed the British Stallion Studs EBF Novice…

Jun 25
Chester Race Company Completes Agreement to Operate Musselburgh Racecourse

Chester Race Company can confirm that it has taken on the operating agreement for…

Jun 23
You Did It!

Chester Zoo will be able to open safely from 15 June. Your support has been…

Feb 12
Chester Race Company Announce Three Year Partnership Deal with Beverage Giants Budweiser Brewing Group

Chester Race Company have today announced a renewed three-year partnership agreement…

Jan 21
A day at Chester Racecourse is one of the best race day experiences in the country

Chester Racecourse has been confirmed as one of the top 11 racecourses to visit in…

Jan 13
New figures reveal Chester Zoo is home to a record 35 THOUSAND animals

New figures, released today, show a grand total of 35,139 animals, from more than 500…

Dec 10
Baked to perfection: Chester becomes a gingerbread city

The smell of warm spices and sweet molasses is filling the streets and Rows of Chester…

Nov 04
Chester Zoo has released exciting new details about its annual Christmas event, The Lanterns

Showcasing much-loved animal illuminations and characters from years gone by, visitors…

Oct 29
City’s Trick or Treat trail set to return this Halloween

A ‘spooktacular’ programme of family-friendly events are taking place in Chester city…