Michael Owen, Daniel Craig, Emily Booth and Jeff Green have one thing in common – Chester. Located in Cheshire County, Chester is considered the largest and most populous settlement in Cheshire West. Due to its major role in the county, Cheshire has been known as the County of Chester at times.

Chester was established as a Roman Fort (castrum) with the name Deva Victrix. Since then, the four main roads of the city were formed – Eastgate, Northgate, Watergate and Bridge. After the Romans left, the Saxons settled in and changed Deva Victrix to Chester. After that, the city fell into the hands of the Normans before finally becoming free from domination.

Due to this rich history, Chester has numerous buildings, which mark each of these eras. However, the most prominent structures residents and visitors will see are Victorian restorations. This is because Chester has put so much effort into maintaining the walled cities. As a result, Chester is one of the best-preserved walled cities in the the UK.

The Industrial Revolution also made its way to Chester. Railways, canals and new roads to the city are proof of the area’s significant role in this historical event. Due to the canals and railways, workers from Chester would travel where they were needed. Therefore, a large amount of Chester’s wealth production was shared throughout the Revolution.

Today, Chester is being built and prepared to become a must-see European destination. By the year 2017, Chester is expected to have more facilities to entertain tourists and provide more value to its residents. However, the work on improving Chester is ongoing, and more people are hoping to reside in new homes in Chester, a charming and evolving city.

Chester has some of the most beautiful landmarks in the country; after all, it has been through numerous cultures and civilizations. Some of the first attractions to grab the eye are the famous city Medieval walls, the Rows and Victorian black and white buildings. However, there are so many buildings in Chester which are a joy for visitors and residents alike.. The Chester town hall, for instance, in Gothic Revival style has a tower and a short spire. Another beautiful building is the cathedral which dates all the way back to the Norman era. Additions to both of these magnificent structures have been made over the years, which is why visitors will see a blend of the eras Chester has lived through in these structures.

Vernon Pethard, Managing Director of www.newhomesforsale.co.uk, also mentioned a few things he loves about Chester, “Chester is a beautiful, cultural place to live. The Grosvenor Museum and The Forum Studio Theatre (formerly the Gateway Theatre) are just some of the major cultural spots in Chester. However, there are also pubs, nightclubs and bars which entertain and add a dash of culture to everyone visiting them. New homes in Chester are some of the most sought-after”

Chester remains a vibrant city that is filled with life despite its old origins. However, only someone living there can discover all the secrets it has to share.

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