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    • What's On in Chester

    • There is always something happening in this vibrant city of Chester and we have put together a selection of what's on in the coming months.

      From exhibitions to walking tours; pop concerts to club nights; comedy shows to antique and collectors' fairs; charity events to TV shows... if it's happening in Chester or the surrounding area, we'll let you know!

      If you are holding or running an event and would like to see it listed here, please email us with your events; information so that we can keep the list updated. For all event listings e-mail info@chester.com

      If you're looking for cinema listings and show times, visit our Cinema page!

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    • February 2009

    • Sunday
      01
      February

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        Children and Families

        09/11/2008 till 09/11/2009
        Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

        Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

        No New Goods

        No Plants

        No Food

        No Counterfeit Goods

        No Large Vans

        Every Sunday until last Sunday in November

        • Telephone: 01244 366240
        • Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
        • Cost: £8 per space
      • Evolution of the Female Form
      • Magical History Tour
    • Monday
      02
      February

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      • Evolution of the Female Form

        Museum Exhibition

        09/08/2008 till 08/02/2009
        Location: Grosvenor Museum, 27 Grosvenor Street

        Dress Shapes 1840 - 2000

        • Time: Mon-Sat 10.30 - 5.00 Sun 1 - 4
        • Cost: Free
        • Web site
      • Magical History Tour
    • Tuesday
      03
      February

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      • Magical History Tour

        20/11/2007 till 01/09/2009
        Location: Merseyside Maritime Museum

        A major exhibition documenting the history of liverpool

        • Telephone: 0151 478 4499
        • Time: 10am- 5pm
        • Cost: free
    • Wednesday
      04
      February

      SMTWTFS
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    • Thursday
      05
      February

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      • Evolution of the Female Form
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    • Friday
      06
      February

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      • Evolution of the Female Form
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    • Saturday
      07
      February

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    • Sunday
      08
      February

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    • Monday
      09
      February

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    • Tuesday
      10
      February

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      • Magical History Tour
    • Wednesday
      11
      February

      SMTWTFS
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      • Magical History Tour
    • Thursday
      12
      February

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    • Friday
      13
      February

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    • Saturday
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    • Sunday
      15
      February

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    • Monday
      16
      February

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    • Tuesday
      17
      February

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    • Wednesday
      18
      February

      SMTWTFS
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    • Thursday
      19
      February

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    • Friday
      20
      February

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    • Saturday
      21
      February

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      • Magical History Tour
    • Sunday
      22
      February

      SMTWTFS
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      • Magical History Tour
    • Monday
      23
      February

      SMTWTFS
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    • Tuesday
      24
      February

      SMTWTFS
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      • Magical History Tour
    • Wednesday
      25
      February

      SMTWTFS
      01020304050607
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      • Car Boot Sale
      • Magical History Tour
    • Thursday
      26
      February

      SMTWTFS
      01020304050607
      08091011121314
      15161718192021
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      • Car Boot Sale
      • Magical History Tour
    • Friday
      27
      February

      SMTWTFS
      01020304050607
      08091011121314
      15161718192021
      22232425262728
      • Car Boot Sale
      • Magical History Tour
    • Saturday
      28
      February

      SMTWTFS
      01020304050607
      08091011121314
      15161718192021
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      • Car Boot Sale
      • Magical History Tour
    • August
    • September
    • October
    • November
    • December
    • January
    • February
    • March
    • Ffestiniog Railway - Santa Trains (Porthmadog)

      20/12/2008 till 21/12/2008
      Location: Porthmadog

      Santa has been able to spare some time from his hectic schedule to appear on the FR during December. 
      Adults can sit back and enjoy a glass of sherry and a mince pie, while the children receive a present and get to chat with Santa (who speaks both English and Welsh) and all his chums!
      Advanced booking essential for these trains, as they sell-out quickly!
       
      For further information on the Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Railway (C) including train times, ticket prices and events information, phone our Booking Office  or visit our website.

       

      Contact: 01766 576000
      http://www.festrail.co.uk

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    • Welsh Highland Railway - Santa Trains

      20/12/2008 till 21/12/2008
      Location: Caernarfon

      Santa has been able to spare some time from his hectic schedule to appear on the WHR (C) during December. 
      Adults can sit back and enjoy a glass of sherry and a mince pie, while the children receive a present and get to chat with Santa (who speaks both English and Welsh) and all his chums!
      Advanced booking essential for these trains, as they sell-out quickly!


      For further information on the Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Railway (C) including train times, ticket prices and events information, phone our Booking Office  or visit our website.

       

       


      Telephone: 01766 576000
      http://www.festrail.co.uk

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    • Ffestiniog Railway- Santa Trains (Blaenau Ffestini

      13/12/2008 till 14/12/2008
      Location: Blaenau Ffestiniog

      Santa jumps aboard for Blaenau!
      Adults can sit back and enjoy a glass of sherry and a mince pie, while the children receive a present and get to chat with Santa (who speaks both English and Welsh) and all his chums!
      Advanced booking essential for these trains, as they sell-out quickly!

      For further information on the Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Railway (C) including train times, ticket prices and events information, phone our Booking Office  or visit our website.

       


      Telephone: 01766 576000
      http://www.festrail.co.uk

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    • Welsh Highland Railway - Santa Trains

      13/12/2008 till 14/12/2008
      Location: Caernarfon

      Santa has been able to spare some time from his hectic schedule to appear on the WHR (C) during December. 
      Adults can sit back and enjoy a glass of sherry and a mince pie, while the children receive a present and get to chat with Santa (who speaks both English and Welsh) and all his chums!
      Advanced booking essential for these trains, as they sell-out quickly!


      For further information on the Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Railway (C) including train times, ticket prices and events information, phone our Booking Office  or visit our website.

       

       


      Telephone: 01766 576000
      http://www.festrail.co.uk

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    • Ffestiniong Railway - Santa Trains (Porthmadog)

      06/12/2008 till 07/12/2008
      Location: Porthmadog

      Santa has been able to spare some time from his hectic schedule to appear on the FR during December. 
      Adults can sit back and enjoy a glass of sherry and a mince pie, while the children receive a present and get to chat with Santa (who speaks both English and Welsh) and all his chums!
      Advanced booking essential for these trains, as they sell-out quickly!
       
      For further information on the Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Railway (C) including train times, ticket prices and events information, phone our Booking Office  or visit our website.

       


      Telephone: 01766 576000
      http://www.festrail.co.uk

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    • Welsh Highland Railway - Santa Trains

      06/12/2008 till 07/12/2008
      Location: Caernarfon

      Santa has been able to spare some time from his hectic schedule to appear on the WHR (C) during December. 
      Adults can sit back and enjoy a glass of sherry and a mince pie, while the children receive a present and get to chat with Santa (who speaks both English and Welsh) and all his chums!
      Advanced booking essential for these trains, as they sell-out quickly!


      For further information on the Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Railway (C) including train times, ticket prices and events information, phone our Booking Office  or visit our website.

       

       


      Telephone: 01766 576000
      http://www.festrail.co.uk

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    • Car Boot Sale

      30/11/2008 till 30/11/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • Car Boot Sale

      23/11/2008 till 23/11/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • Car Boot Sale

      16/11/2008 till 16/11/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

      Close this box

    • Car Boot Sale

      09/11/2008 till 09/11/2009
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • MTV Europe Music Awards 2008

      06/11/2008 till 06/11/2008
      Location: Echo Arena Liverpool


      Telephone: 0844 8000 400
      http://www.accliverpool.com

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    • Car Boot Sale

      02/11/2008 till 02/11/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • Welsh Highland Railway - Halloween Train

      31/10/2008 till 31/10/2008
      Location: Caernarfon

      A Chill down the spine is guaranteed on the WHR (C) with the return of the harrowing Halloween Trains.
      Children and adults alike are guaranteed a fright-night to remember with a host of Halloween fun on the WHR (C) that’ll put a smile on the wickedest ghoul and keep even the wildest free-spirit entertained!
      Advanced booking essential for these trains, as they sell-out quickly!

      For further information on the Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Railway (C) including train times, ticket prices and events information, phone our Booking Office  or visit our website.

       

       


      Telephone: 01766 576000
      http://www.festrail.co.uk

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    • Ffestiniog Railway - Halloween Trains

      30/10/2008 till 01/11/2008
      Location: Porthmadog

      A Chill down the spine is guaranteed on the Ffestiniog Railway with the return of the harrowing Halloween Trains.
      Children and adults alike are guaranteed a fright-night to remember with a host of Halloween fun on the FR that’ll put a smile on the wickedest ghoul and keep even the wildest free-spirit entertained!
      …Ride the Ghostly Trains from Harbour Station to Tan-y-Bwlch - the Little Station in the big, scary, dark woods – and enjoy an evening of spooky games, magic balloons, tasty barbecued food, dazzling fireworks, eerie story-telling and strange goings-on!
      Advanced booking essential for these trains, as they sell-out quickly!

      For further information on the Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Railway (C) including train times, ticket prices and events information, phone our Booking Office  or visit our website.

       

       

       


      Telephone: 01766 576000
      http://www.festrail.co.uk

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    • Car Boot Sale

      26/10/2008 till 26/10/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • Car Boot Sale

      19/10/2008 till 19/10/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • Mighty Boosh

      14/10/2008 till 15/10/2008
      Location: Echo Arena Liverpool


      Telephone: 0844 8000 400
      http://www.accliverpool.com

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    • Car Boot Sale

      12/10/2008 till 12/10/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • Car Boot Sale

      05/10/2008 till 05/10/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • Ffestiniog Railway- Autumn Beer Festival at Spoone

      04/10/2008 till 10/10/2008
      Location: Porthmadog

      A chance to let your hair down and enjoy some Real Ale, in great surroundings.
      A BBQ will be offered on Saturday October 4 to kick-off the event and a BBQ will also be held on Sunday, October 5. There will also be a buffet dinner for up to 75 people on the 10th to finish the festival off. Special beers will be served with an Autumn theme.
      There is always a wide selection of ales on tap, and having won numerous CAMRA ale awards there’s bound to be something that will grab your fancy!
      More details will be released.


      For further information on the Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Railway (C) including train times, ticket prices and events information, phone our Booking Office  or visit our website.

       

       

       


      Telephone: 01766 576000
      http://www.festrail.co.uk

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    • The reins of power: A History of the horse in Art

      01/10/2008 till 01/10/2008
      Location: Grosvenor Museum, Lecture Theatre

      This slide lecture by Adrian Sumner explores equine imagery
      throughout the history of the visual arts. Whether symbolising
      strength, nobility, beauty, freedom or dynastic power, the
      horse has carried men and women, gods and goddesses,
      elves and fairies, not to mention our hopes and dreams, since the earliest pictures were recorded in the flickering lamplight of theStone Age.  Highlights include Lascaux and Altamira, equestrian portrait sculptures since Marcus Aurelius, Delacroix and Gericault, Franz Marc and Alfred Munnings, and, of course, the work of George Stubbs.


      Time: 1.30pm
      Cost: £3 - pay at the door
      http://www.grosvenormuseum.co.uk

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    • Car Boot Sale

      28/09/2008 till 28/09/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • Chester Races

      27/09/2008 till 27/09/2008
      Location: Chester Racecourse


      Telephone: 01244 304600
      Email: enquiries@chester-races.com
      http://www.chester-races.co.uk

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    • Art Gallery Tour

      24/09/2008 till 24/09/2008
      Location: Grosvenor Museum, Art Gallery


      Time: 2pm - 3pm
      Cost: Free
      http://www.grosvenormuseum.co.uk

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    • 15th Annual Hoylake 10k Coastal Fun Run

      21/09/2008 till 21/09/2008
      Location: Hoylake Community Centre

      Runners are being invited to take part in the annual Hoylake Fun Run.

      Organised by the Wednesday Special Needs Club, proceeds will go towards the upkeep of their soft play sensory resource at Hoylake Community Centre.

      Runners will set off from Hoylake Community Centre.

      Anyone interested in taking part can enter by post until Friday 14 September.

      For further details please ring or e-mail.


      Telephone: 0151 625 9505
      Email: hoylakewsnc@btinternet.com
      Time: 11.00 am

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    • Car Boot Sale

      21/09/2008 till 21/09/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • Chester Kite Festival

      20/09/2008 till 21/09/2008
      Location: Chester Racecourse

      The fifth annual Chester Kite Festival promises fun for all with exhibition flying, synchronised acrobatics, altitude sprint, buggy displays, power kites and a host of truly spectacular kite designs there’s plenty to keep people of all ages entertained. Bring your own kite to fly or make one there- the choice is yours.

      There's also the famous Bear Drop - bring your teddy bear along for a parachute jump he won't forget.


      Telephone: 01244 402330
      Time: 10.00am - 5.00pm

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    • Beginner's Introduction to Family History worksho

      20/09/2008 till 20/09/2008
      Location: St Michael's Church, Bridge Street Row

      Book at History & Heritage, St Michael's Church, Bridge Street Row


      Telephone: 01244 402110
      Time: 10.30am - 1pm
      Cost: £5 (£4 concessions)
      http://www.chester.gov.uk/heritage

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    • A Pastoral Idyll?

      17/09/2008 till 17/09/2008
      Location: Grosvenor Museum, Lecture Theatre

      Images of Landscape in Western Art


      Time: 2pm - 3pm
      Cost: Free
      http://www.grosvenormuseum.co.uk

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    • Car Boot Sale

      14/09/2008 till 14/09/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • Chester Races

      13/09/2008 till 13/09/2008
      Location: Chester Racecourse


      Telephone: 01244 304600
      Email: enquiries@chester-races.com
      http://www.chester-races.co.uk

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    • Discovering Medieval Chester

      13/09/2008 till 14/09/2008
      Location: Water Tower, City Walls

      Drop in event


      Time: 10.30am - 4.30pm
      Cost: Free

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    • Heritage Open Days

      12/09/2008 till 14/09/2008
      Location: Various Locations, Chester

      Heritage Open Days celebrate England's fantastic architecture and culture by offering free access to properties that are usually closed to the public or normally charge for admission.

      Pick up a free booklet available in August) from Chester Tourist Information Centre, libraries, Grosvenor Museum or Chester History & Heritage, listing all the buildings opening over the weekend.


      Cost: Free
      http://www.chester.gov.uk/heritage

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    • Chester's Glorious Churches

      10/09/2008 till 10/09/2008
      Location: Grosvenor Museum, Lecture Theatre

      A celebration in Art


      Time: 2pm - 3pm
      Cost: Free
      http://www.grosvenormuseum.co.uk

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    • Classic Car Rally

      07/09/2008 till 07/09/2008
      Location: Cholmondeley Castle, Malpas, Cheshire SY14 8AH

      Contact: The Secretary
      Telephone: 01829 720383

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    • Car Boot Sale

      07/09/2008 till 07/09/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • Representation & Abstraction

      06/09/2008 till 16/11/2008
      Location: Grosvenor Museum, 27 Grosvenor Street

      Contemporary Art from the Collection


      Time: Mon-Sat 10.30 - 5.00 Sun 1 - 4
      Cost: Free
      http://www.grosvenormuseum.co.uk

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    • Welsh Highland Railway - Super Power Garratt 50

      05/09/2008 till 07/09/2008
      Location: Caernarfon

      A big event to mark 50 years of the Garratt. We aim to get 50 Garratts together (of various sizes!) to mark this milestone.
      The celebration will include an intensive timetable and lots of extras for the whole family on the WHR (C).
      Weekend Rover Tickets available.


      For further information on the Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Railway (C) including train times, ticket prices and events information, phone our Booking Office  or visit our website.

       

       


      Telephone: 01766 576000
      http://www.festrail.co.uk

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    • Car Boot Sale

      31/08/2008 till 31/08/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • A Medieval Market

      30/08/2008 till 30/08/2008
      Location: Grosvenor Museum, Exhibition Gallery One

      Drop in event


      Time: 10.30am - 4.30pm
      Cost: Free
      http://www.grosvenormuseum.co.uk

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    • Chester Races

      29/08/2008 till 30/08/2008
      Location: Chester Racecourse


      Telephone: 01244 304600
      Email: enquiries@chester-races.com
      http://www.chester-races.co.uk

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    • Ffestiniog Railway - Food on the Move Trains

      26/08/2008 till 27/08/2008
      Location: Porthmadog

      Our ever tasty and popular Food on the Move trains will roll out of the station on these dates.
      Leaving Harbour Station in Porthmadog for a return trip to Blaenau Ffestiniog, you can have traditional Bangers ‘n’ Mash served to you at your table!
      You’ll be able to sit back, relax and eat in comfort while enjoying the stunning views from your carriage window as you ride through the beautiful Snowdonia National Park.
      Advanced booking essential for these trains, as they sell-out quickly!

      For further information on the Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Railway (C) including train times, ticket prices and events information, phone our Booking Office  or visit our website.


      Telephone: 01766 576000
      http://www.festrail.co.uk

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    • Much Ado About Nothing

      26/08/2008 till 26/08/2008
      Location: Chester Cathedral Green

      Open Air Shakespeare

      Shakespeare's Summer Comedy 


      Telephone: 01244 304618
      Time: 7.30pm
      Cost: Adult £12.50 Child £7.50

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    • Make your own Green Man Masks

      26/08/2008 till 27/08/2008
      Location: Grosvenor Museum, Exhibition Gallery One


      Telephone: 01244 402005
      Time: 11am - 12 noon or 2pm - 3pm
      Cost: £1 per child, book at the Museum shop
      http://www.grosvenormuseum.co.uk

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    • Jazz in the Temple Garden

      25/08/2008 till 25/08/2008
      Location: Cholmondeley Castle, Malpas, Cheshire SY14 8AH

      The Robin Joiner Quartet performs standards from the jazz and latin repertoire, including music by Gershwin, Cole Porter, Mancini and Jobim.  With its relaxed sound and varied programme the band provides a great backdrop on a summer's afternoon.


      Time: 12 noon - 4.00pm

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    • World Fire Fighters

      24/08/2008 till 02/09/2008
      Location: Echo Arena Liverpool

      Tickets TBC

      the Echo Arena Box Office on

      0844 8000 400

      www.accliverpool.com


      Telephone: 0844 8000 400
      http://www.accliverpool.com

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    • Quantam Theatre Treasure Island

      24/08/2008 till 24/08/2008
      Location: Cholmondeley Castle, Malpas, Cheshire SY14 8AH

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    • Car Boot Sale

      24/08/2008 till 24/08/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • Oulton Park Gold Cup

      24/08/2008 till 25/08/2008
      Location: Oulton Park, Little Budworth, Tarporley

      Come and enjoy the family festival atmosphere at Oulton Park's Gold Cup - the north's biggest historic motorsport event.

      Sensational racing takes place over two action-packed days this August Bank Holiday weekend, featuring famous marques such as Jaguar, Maserati and Lola, who are celebrating their 50th anniversary.

      With spectacular demonstrations, classic car displays and entertainment for all the family, don't  miss this nostalgia-filled trip down motorsport memory lane!

      *Advance tickets available until midday Wednesday 20 August 


      Telephone: 0870 950 9000
      Cost: £20 on the day/£16 online Weekend £26 online
      http://www.oultonpark.co.uk

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    • Creamfields

      23/08/2008 till 24/08/2008
      Location: Daresbury, Cheshire

      Creamfields celebrates it's 10th anniversary - 2 day festival

      For the full line up and ticket details check the website


      Telephone: 0151 707 1309
      http://www.creamfields.com

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    • The Tatton Park Country Show

      23/08/2008 till 25/08/2008
      Location: Tatton Park, Knutsford

      A large Country Show with two main Show arenas of Country Sports and Pursuits including Falconry, Scurry Racing, Gundog and Sheepdog displays, Heavy Horse Logging.  A large variety of Dog Events, so don't leave your dog at home.  Many more show attractions including the visually stunning English Open Chainsaw Carving Competition.  Craft Village, Food Hall Shopping Arcades and Carving Auctions.

        

       


      Telephone: 01283 820548
      Time: 10.00 am - 6.00pm daily
      Cost: Adults £7, OAP £6, Child £3 Park Entry £4.50 per
      http://www.livingheritagecountryshows.co.uk

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    • Chester Races

      21/08/2008 till 21/08/2008
      Location: Chester Racecourse

      Evening Meeting


      Telephone: 01244 304600
      Email: enquiries@chester-races.com
      http://www.chester-races.co.uk

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    • Ffestiniog Railway - Jazz Trains

      21/08/2008 till 21/08/2008
      Location: Porthmadog

      Get that foot tapping as our ever-popular Jazz Trains return!
      These special trains leave Porthmadog’s Harbour Station for an evening of entertainment at Tan-y-Bwlch, surrounded by the natural beauty of Snowdonia’s wooded valleys.
      Let your hair down and enjoy foot-stomping Jazz by live aces, Dr Jazz, accompanied by a ‘pay-as-you-eat’ barbecue.
      Drinks and refreshments are available from our licensed buffet car during the journey as well as from Tan-y-Bwlch café.
      Advanced booking essential for these trains, as they sell-out quickly!

      For further information on the Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Railway (C) including train times, ticket prices and events information, phone our Booking Office  or visit our website.

       

       


      Telephone: 01766 576000
      http://www.festrail.co.uk

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    • Decorate Treasure Boxes

      21/08/2008 till 21/08/2008
      Location: St Michael's Church, Bridge Street Row

      Book at History & Heritage, St Michael's Church, Bridge Street Row


      Telephone: 01244 402110
      Time: 1-2pm or 2-3pm
      Cost: £2 per child
      http://www.chester.gov.uk/heritage

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    • Ffestiniog Railway - Food on the Move Trains

      19/08/2008 till 20/08/2008
      Location: Porthmadog

      Our ever tasty and popular Food on the Move trains will roll out of the station on these dates.
      Leaving Harbour Station in Porthmadog for a return trip to Blaenau Ffestiniog, you can have traditional Bangers ‘n’ Mash served to you at your table!
      You’ll be able to sit back, relax and eat in comfort while enjoying the stunning views from your carriage window as you ride through the beautiful Snowdonia National Park.

      For further information on the Ffestiniog Railway and Welsh Highland Railway (C) including train times, ticket prices and events information, phone our Booking Office  or visit our website.


      Telephone: 01766 576000
      http://www.festrail.co.uk

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    • Family Walls Walk

      19/08/2008 till 19/08/2008
      Location: St Michael's Church, Bridge Street Row

      Book at History & Heritage, St Michael's Church, Bridge Street Row


      Telephone: 01244 402110
      Time: 1pm - 2.30pm
      Cost: £2 per person
      http://www.chester.gov.uk/heritage

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    • Illuminated Manuscripts

      19/08/2008 till 20/08/2008
      Location: Grosvenor Museum, Exhibition Gallery One


      Telephone: 01244 402005
      Time: 11am - 12 noon or 2pm - 3pm
      Cost: £1 per child, book at the Museum shop
      http://www.grosvenormuseum.co.uk

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    • Car Boot Sale

      17/08/2008 till 17/08/2008
      Location: Countess of Chester Hospital

      Car Boot Sale (licensed by Chester City Council)

      No New Goods

      No Plants

      No Food

      No Counterfeit Goods

      No Large Vans

      Every Sunday until last Sunday in November


      Telephone: 01244 366240
      Time: 6.00am - 1.00pm
      Cost: £8 per space

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    • The Fabulous Vintage Classic & Sportscar Show

      16/08/2008 till 17/08/2008
      Location: Tatton Park, Knutsford

      Classic cars - Sportscars - Vintage Pre-1950 Motorcars and Motorcycles.  Everything from Rolls Royce to Mini.  Over 1500 entries including 80+ clubs.

      Massive Two day Autojumble - Tools and General Trade Stalls

      Collectors Car Mart from Starter Classics to Restoration Projects.  The best place to buy or sell - see it - try it - buy it! 


      Telephone: 01565 723863
      Time: 9.00am - 5.00pm daily
      Cost: Adults £6, Child FREE, Entry to park £4.50 per car
      http://www.tattonpark.org.uk

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    • Ffestiniog Railway - Jazz Trains

      14/08/2008 till 14/08/2008
      Location: Porthmadog

      Get that foot tapping as our ever-popular Jazz Trains return!
      These special trains leave Porthmadog’s Harbour Station for an evening of entertainment at Tan-y-Bwlch, surrounded by the natural beauty of Snowdonia’s wooded valleys.
      Let your hair down and enjoy foot-stomping Jazz by live aces, Dr Jazz, accompanied by a ‘pay-as-you-eat’ barbecue.