Highlights
This exciting tour will focus on medieval Chester in the year of 1403. England is under the rule of King Henry IV but the rebellion of Henry ‘Hotspur’ Percy, along with his allies Owain Glyndwr and the Earl of Douglas, threatens his reign. Our authentically dressed medieval soldiers will lead you around Chester highlighting significant events of the time and outlining the reasons leading to Hotspur rebelling against the King. You will also learn about what life was like for the soldiers living in the city, particularly the famous and skilled, Cheshire longbowmen the former bodyguards to the crown. Sights you will visit/see with our medieval archer include; Chester walls, Chester’s famous medieval rows and we will point out some of remaining buildings of medieval Chester. please note though this tour is more about story of the rebellion and not sight seeing and buildings. at the end of the tour you will learn about the impact this rebellion had on Chester and Britain for modern day.
About This Deal
Departure Point
- Our guide will meet you at the tourist information centre by the town hall.
Return Details
- Our guide will finish by the river near handbridge to exaplin the battle of Shrewsbury and end the tour.
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Chester City Walls
Northgate Street, Only 2 minutes walk from Chester Town Hall, Chester
We will walk a section of Chester city walls explaining how they started and developed.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Chester Rows
Chester
We will walk Chester unique rows and explain why and how they were used in medieval Chester.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Chester Roman Amphitheatre
English Heritage, Roman Amphitheatre, Chester
Here we will describe what the area of the amphitheater was used for by St. John’s cathedral in medieval times
Duration: 5 minutes
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Our guide will let you handle some of their equipment under Supervision
- Guided tour
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Chester medieval tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
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