Discover how Victorian architect John Douglas helped shape the Chester Rows on this tour of his influences, methods and legacy.

Few architects have done more to shape modern Chester than John Douglas, and there’s no better place to see his work than the Rows.

Here, his deep understanding of the city’s history met with true Victorian enthusiasm, creating buildings that still define the character of Chester’s streets today.

This walking tour explores the influences that inspired Douglas and the methods behind his designs, while offering an introduction to how the Victorians approached conservation and restoration. It’s a chance to look closely at buildings you may have passed many times and understand the thinking that brought them to life - and the debates about history and heritage that surrounded them.

Meeting Point: Junction of Goss Street and Watergate Street, Chester CH1 2LA

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Cancellation Policy: Please notify us in advance if you are unable to attend this event. Tickets are limited and could be transferred to another person with notice. Love our Heritage – let’s share it with everyone.

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