Water Tower, Chester

Name: Water Tower
Address: 1 Tower Rd, Chester, CH1 4JA, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1244 348439

#36 among attractions in Chester

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Facts and practical information

The Water Tower is a 14th-century tower in Chester, Cheshire, England, which is attached by a spur wall to Bonewaldesthorne's Tower on the city walls. The tower, together with its spur wall, is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade I listed building. The original name of the tower was New Tower but in the 17th century it became known as the Water Tower, although the City Assembly tried to insist on the usage of its correct name. ()

Built: 1325 (699 years ago)Coordinates: 53°11'33"N, 2°53'58"W

Address

1 Tower RdChester CH1 4JA United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1244 348439

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Day trips

Water Tower – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Chester Golf Club, Crypt Chambers, Bear and Billet, Chester Racecourse.

0.6 miSW
Golf
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Nightlife
Bear and Billet, Chester
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0.4 miS
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0.5 miSE
Shopping, Shopping centre
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0.6 miSE
Ancient auditorium for sport and leisure
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~1530 ftE
City hall, Gothic Revival architecture
Chester Town Hall, Chester
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0.4 miE
Nightlife
Boot Inn, Chester
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0.5 miNE
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Northgate Arena, Chester
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~1340 ftE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Storyhouse, Chester
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Water Tower open?

Water Tower is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 3 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 3 pm
Thursday 10 am - 4 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 pm
Saturday 10 am - 4 pm
Sunday 10 am - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Water Tower?

Nearby attractions include Bonewaldesthorne's Tower, Chester (1 min walk), Chester Royal Infirmary, Chester (4 min walk), Sedan House, Chester (6 min walk), Storyhouse, Chester (7 min walk).

How to get to Water Tower by public transport?

The nearest stations to Water Tower:

Bus

Canal Street • Lines: 1A (5 min walk)
Upper Northgate Street • Lines: 1A (7 min walk)

Train

Chester (23 min walk)
Bache (29 min walk)