Bookham Court - Crowthorne
Dorchester, South West England
£1,007 per break
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Planning a holiday in Chester? You're in good company — it's one of the UK's best-loved escapes, and this guide brings the best places to stay together in one place. Roman walls and black-and-white rows. Set in Cheshire, it makes a brilliant base whether you're here for a week or a quick escape.
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Sat
8° 2°
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Sun
8° 3°
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Mon
6° 2°
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Tue
9° 5°
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9° 3°
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Dorchester, South West England
£1,007 per break
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Chesterfield, Central England
£721 per break
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Dorchester, South West England
£982 per break
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Chesterfield, Central England
£633 per break
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Colchester, East Anglia
£571 per break
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Colchester, East Anglia
£571 per break
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Chesterfield, Central England
£1,549 per break
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Chesterfield, Central England
£1,549 per break
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Oswestry, Central England
£453 per break
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Self-catering cottages give you the most freedom (and the best locations often book six months ahead), holiday parks are unbeatable value for families thanks to pools and evening entertainment, and campsites put you closest to the scenery for the least money. Compare all of them on this page — every stay links straight to the operator so you always book direct.
July and August bring the best weather and the biggest crowds. Late May, June and September are the savvy picks: long days, everything open, and prices a clear step down. Off-season has its own charm — and the best bargains of all.
Outside school holidays — typically late September to early May. Many stays cost 30–50% less than in August, and attractions are quieter too.
Yes — filter the listings above by family-friendly facilities like pools, kids' clubs and playgrounds, and check the things-to-do guide for rainy-day options before you book.
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Ghost Hunt at Chirk Parish Hall 19th December 2026
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Sat 27 Feb · 20:30
Ghost Hunt at Chirk Parish Hall 27th February 2027
Chirk Parish Hall, Chirk · 19.0 mi
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Fri 2 Jul · 11:00
AlderFest
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Sat 3 Jul · 20:30
Ghost Hunt at Chirk Parish Hall 3rd July 2027
Chirk Parish Hall, Chirk · 19.0 mi
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