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Cheshire Travel Guide - Historic Churches
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Chester Cathedral
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Here is a church which suffers much from the well-intentioned efforts of Victorian restorers. Chester was originally built by Saxon canons in the name of Saint Werburgh, a lady whose claim to sainthood was not harmed by having three Saxon kings as relatives. The church was raised to cathedral status by Henry VIII. In the interim the church gained magnificent woodcarving in the choirstalls (about 1380). Look closely at the carvings on the misericords and bench ends; aside from the obvious (St. Werburgh), there are details of Arthurian legend, Aesop's fables, and fabulous mythical beasts. At the shrine to St. Werburgh you can see the niches where medieval sufferers rested their heads while spending the night in a prayer for healing.
12 Abbey Square,
Chester,
Cheshire,
England,
CH1 2HU
Attraction Type:
Cathedral
Website: Chester Cathedral
Phone: 01244 324 756
Fax: 01244 341 110
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OS SJ405 666
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Dairyman's Cottage
Nomansheath
Self catering cottage
1 king-sized bed with en-suite facilites. 1 single room with additional single available and adjacent shower room. Large open plan living room. Seperate kitchen with … more >>
Sleeps 4
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De Vere Venue Wychwood Park Hotel
Ideally located between historic Chester and vibrant Manchester, De Vere Venue Wychwood Park Hotel has something to offer for everyone. The hotel enjoys stunning views over the Cheshire countryside in a location easily accessible from both the North and the South. A wide range of facilities are available for guests, … more >>
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Travelodge Crewe Central
Travelodge Crewe Central is located 1 mile outside Crewe town centre and close to many attractions such as Stoke on Trent Potteries, Stapeley Water Gardens and Alton Towers. The hotel offers contemporary quality accommodation with spacious en suite rooms, all featuring a TV and tea and coffee facilities, making Travelodge's … more >>
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