CHESTER CASTLE: AGRICOLA TOWER AND CASTLE WALLS

The 12th-century Agricola Tower was the first stone gateway to Chester Castle, which had been founded by William the Conqueror in 1070 in the south-west part of the city. On the first floor is the chapel of St Mary de Castro, which contains some exceptionally fine wall paintings from about 1240. By climbing the nearby stairs to the wall-walk, you can appreciate the castle's position within the city.

Read more about the history of Chester Castle.

Chester Tours run charged guided tours; the "Secret Tour" includes a visit to the Castle and Agricola Tower. There are two tours per month departing from the Town Hall Visitor Information Centre on the first Tuesday and third Friday of the month at 11.30am, between the beginning of April and the end October. Visit their website for more information.

FURTHER PRICING DETAILS:

Access to the Castle is by guided tour only.

OPENING TIMES

30 APRIL 2017 - 24 MARCH 2018

Opening Times: Chester Tours run charged guided tours that include a visit to the Castle and Agricola Tower. There are two tours per month departing from the Town Hall Visitor Information Centre on first Tuesday and third Friday of the month at 11.30am, between the beginning of April and the end October. Visit their website www.chestertours.org.uk for more information.