North of England Head of the River 2010

The North of England Head of the River race was held in Chester on the 20th March 2010. The 75th anniversary of this 5km race. A major event in the Britsh rowing calendar.

Things to do in Chester

Chester is an historic city located in England's North West. Because of it's location in the border country between Wales and England and it's location on the West coast of the country it has, for centuries been an important defensive and administrative centre. Today it boasts many remnants of that past in the form of several grand buildings, a city wall, a castle and a large medieval cathedral.

To see a collection of images take a look at Chester a portrait. Here you will find information about the city and it's history as well as a collection of pictures that illustrate the beauty of the place. This blog will list a few of the interesting things that can be seen in and around the city. Places that can be visited within a short walk of the city centre and some where transport is required.

These places include the city walls, the castle, the cathedral, the churches, the medieval shopping centre, the museums and the river. For non historic attractions one of the largest zoos in the UK is located within Chesters' suburbs. Further afield there are the delights of the Wirral, Merseyside, North Wales, Manchester and Derbyshire.