Chester

Hidden away between Manchester and Liverpool, our northwestern tour base is one of our best kept secret destinations. Superb Nightlife, a range of sporting opposition, and the playground of North Wales on your doorstep.

Rugby Tours To Chester

Situated on the border with Wales, the ancient Roman City of Chester is one of England's most beautiful cities. Steeped in mystery and tradition, the Tudor clad houses, the narrow streets and the River Dee all make Chester an excellent youth tour destination for your team.

Sat on the banks of the River Dee, this charming city is ideal for youth and adult groups alike. Safe and friendly enough to let the kids wander, whilst a nightlife that packs a punch way above its small-town feel. 

Kick off your Tour by visiting the cities excellent Rugby Club for a training session before tackling what the North-West has to offer on the pitch later in the tour. 

Four Days in Chester

Day One

Check-In at your Accommodation in Chester

Spend some time settling in and exploring the beautiful surroundings

Transfer to Hare Lane, home of Chester RUFC

Training Session on the 3G & Dinner in the Clubhouse

Travel to the AJ Bell Stadium to watch Sale Sharks in the Gallagher Premiership

Evening at leisure

Day Two

Wake Up to a Full English Buffet Breakfast

Transfer to a Rugby Club in Cheshire ahead of your first game

TOUR MATCH ONE

Post Match Reception, Food & Hospitality

Visit the immense Chill Factor-E for an afternoon of snow-themed activities

Return to Chester

A Medieval Banquet Dinner at Ye Old Kings Head

Day Three

Full English Buffet Breakfast

Transfer across the border and take on the Welsh in your second game

TOUR MATCH TWO

Post Match Food & Hospitality

Visit Chester Zoo or head into North Wales for Mountain Biking or Rafting

End of Tour Dinner at Brew House & Kitchen

Day Four

After Breakfast, enjoy some sightseeing in Chester

Check-Out of the Hotel & Transfer Home

End of Tour

Top 5: Chester

1. Sale Sharks Matches at the AJ Bell Stadium

2. Pre-Match & Coaching Experiences at Sale Sharks

3. Enroll in Polo Academy or take a Cruise on the River Dee

4. Chester Races, Chester Zoo or Blue Planet Aquarium

5. Tour Matches on both sides of the England|Wales Border

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Key Information

The Rugby

  • Guest Coaching Clinics with Players & Coaches from Sale Sharks
  • Tickets to Gallagher Premiership Matches
  • Fixtures with clubs on both sides of the border
  • Training Sessions at our Partner Club Chester RUFC

Coach

Travelling to Chester by Coach is simple. The city is just off the M6 motorway with good access to Leeds, Glasgow & Bristol. 

Travel times by Coach are as follows:

  • Newcastle - 4 Hours
  • Bristol - 2 Hours
  • Glasgow - 3 Hours
  • Leeds - 2 Hours
  • London - 4 Hours

 

Ferry

 Travelling from Ireland is simple. Stenaline run ferries crossings between Dublin and Holyhead, then after a short coach trip you arrive in Chester. 

Budget

 

The YHA at Trafford Hall near Chester has become a very popular choice for our teams travelling into Chester. Very close to Chester RUFC, the venue is everything you'd expect from a YHA Hostel with plenty more. Huge outdoor spaces make it an ideal place to let the team run wild. We can also book in an external activity provider to run some Zorb Football or Its a Knockout style activities. 

Hotel

 

The Queens Hotel in the heart of the city overlooks the Chester Train Station and is a ten-minute stroll to Chester Cross and Chester Cathedral. This traditional Hotel offers Twin, Triple & Quad rooms which keep costs in check without compromising comfort or quality. A definite upgrade from the YHA without a huge difference in price.