A Dark History of Chester

By: David Atkinson

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Paperback | 15 September 2025

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96 Pages

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Chesterâs history goes back 2,000 years, from the Romans to recent times, and in the course of the centuries the city has witnessed many dark deeds and events. Chesterâs historical buildings and streets were part of this history and in this book local writer and tourist guide David Atkinson investigates the darker side of Chesterâs past. With help from experts in their fields, he tells stories concerning Chester Cathedralâs stones, the famous Rows and pubs and churches in the city, with ghosts, poltergeists and an apparent visit by the devil. The entertainment in the amphitheatre played an often brutal role in Roman Chester, public executions were held in the city with heads displayed on spikes, the local museum has a spooky side to its doll collection, and plague and pestilence were regular visitors. These tales and many more will be of interest to all those who are visiting Chester for the first time, have lived in the city or know it well. Join David for a walk on the dark side.

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