St John the Baptist's Church Chester - Britain All Over Travel Guide

St John the Baptist’s Church, Chester

St John the Baptist’s Church in Chester is a Grade I listed building on the north bank of the River Dee. It stands adjacent to the Roman Amphitheatre and Grosvenor Park.

St John the Baptist’s, Chester

History

St John the Baptist’s Church consists of ruins of the former church building on the eastern side of the current church (see above photo) and the present Church of St John the Baptist built in red sandstone. St John’s supposedly dates back originally to the 7th century. It has been rebuilt on a number of occasions. Reconstructions were due to the frequent collapse of its structures in 1468 and 1572 and again in 1881 when the imposing Gothic tower fell in.

Much of the church’s interior remains Norman while the stained glass windows (pictured) are from the mid-19th century.

St John the Baptist’s Chester

Access – Getting There

The Parish Church of St John the Baptist Chester (www.parishofchester.com)
Vicar’s Lane/Little St John Street
Chester
CH1 1SN
Tel: 01244 403634

St John the Baptist’s Chester

Nearby

St John the Baptist’s Church in Chester can be visited along with the very close Roman Amphitheater, Dewa Roman Experience, and the Meadows. Eastgate Clock, Grosvenor Park, Chester Cathedral, and The Cross are other notable attractions in the city.

Accommodation in Chester

Chester’s hotels include both upmarket and budget options. For a slice of history try The Chester Grosvenor, a luxury 5-star hotel in a renovated Victorian building on Eastgate. Additionally, try the Chester Townhouse B&B located in a 17th-century townhouse on King Street.

Other good quality and affordable accommodation in Chester includes the Holiday Inn Chester South, the Crowne Plaza Chester, and also the Coach House Inn.