Grosvenor Museum, Chester

Name: Grosvenor Museum
Address: 27 Grosvenor St, Chester, CH1 2DD, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1244 972197

#32 among attractions in Chester

Museum, History museum, Park

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Grosvenor Museum is a museum in Chester, Cheshire, in the United Kingdom. It is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a designated Grade II listed building. Its full title is The Grosvenor Museum of Natural History and Archaeology, with Schools of Science and Art, for Chester, Cheshire and North Wales. It takes its name from the family name of the Dukes of Westminster, who are major landowners in Cheshire. The museum opened in 1886, it was extended in 1894, and major refurbishments took place between 1989 and 1999. Its contents include archaeological items from the Roman period, paintings, musical instruments, and a room arranged as a Victorian parlour. ()

Built: 1886 (138 years ago)Elevation: 82 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 53°11'14"N, 2°53'32"W

Address

27 Grosvenor StChester CH1 2DD United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1244 972197

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Day trips

Grosvenor Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Archaeological site
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Grosvenor Museum open?

Grosvenor Museum is open:

Monday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Friday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10:30 am - 5 pm
Sunday 1 pm - 4 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Grosvenor Museum?

Nearby attractions include St Francis' Church, Chester (1 min walk), Cheshire Military Museum, Chester (2 min walk), Cenotaph to Matthew Henry, Chester (2 min walk), Equestrian statue of Viscount Combermere, Chester (3 min walk).

How to get to Grosvenor Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Grosvenor Museum:

Bus

Grosvenor Street • Lines: 16, 4 (2 min walk)
Ye Olde Kings Head • Lines: 16 (2 min walk)

Train

Chester (22 min walk)