Waldegraves Holiday Park
✓ Direct beach access on Mersea Island coastline
🏖️ 0.88 miles from West Mersea (Good water quality)
Colchester, East Anglia
Sleeps 8
£395 per break
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Holidays in Chester
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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The Barns at Blackwater Meadow
Ellesmere, Central England
Sleeps 6
£575 per break
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Henlle Hall Woodland Lodges
Henlle, near Oswestry, Central England
Sleeps 8
£479 per break
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Mersea Island Holiday Park
🏖️ 2.12 miles from Brightlingsea (Excellent water quality)
Mersea Island, Colchester, East Anglia
Sleeps 8
£211 per break
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Woodland Park Lodges
✓ 52 acres of secluded Shropshire woodland setting
Ellesmere, Central England
Sleeps 8
£399 per break
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Kitty's View Country Lodges
Broxton, near Chester, North West England
Sleeps 4
£845 per break
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Blackwood Forest Lodges
Micheldever, near Winchester, Southern England
Sleeps 10
£930 per break
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Gorselands Caravan Park
✓ Overlooks the famous Chesil Beach and Jurassic Coast
🏖️ 2.37 miles from Hive (Excellent water quality)
Dorchester, South West England
Sleeps 6
£415 per break
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Where to stay in Chester
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.
When to go
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.
Frequently asked questions
When is the cheapest time to visit Chester?
Outside school holidays — typically late September to early May. Many stays cost 30–50% less than in August, and attractions are quieter too.
Is Chester good for families?
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.
How do I book a stay in Chester?
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Wirral Hospice St John's Christmas tree collection & recycli...
Wirral Hospice St John's, Wirral · 11.3 mi
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The UK's Wildest Boat and Bar Crawl - Chester
Rooftop Social Club, Chester · 0.2 mi
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Fri 13 Nov · 13:00
The UK's Wildest Boat and Bar Crawl (3hrs) - Liverpool
Albert Dock Liverpool, Liverpool · 15.1 mi
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BOTTOMLESS PARTY @ The Benidorm Bar, Liverpool
The Benidorm Bar, Liverpool · 15.5 mi
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Fri 4 Dec · 19:30
Beauty & The Beastiality - Adult Panto!
Prees Village Hall, Prees · 22.3 mi
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Sat 19 Dec · 20:30
Ghost Hunt at Chirk Parish Hall 19th December 2026
Chirk Parish Hall, Chirk · 19.0 mi
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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
Alderford Lake, Whitchurch · 18.8 mi
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