Chester le Street History Small Group Walking Tour

This 90-minute, leisurely-paced historical tour explores the intriguing past of this notable market town, beginning with the establishment of the Iron Age settlement at Congangis. The narrative soon introduces the Romans as we examine the remains of the fort of Congangium and discuss its significance along the route to Hadrian's Wall. Next, we delve into the early Middle Ages, a period during which the shrine of St Cuthbert and the Lindisfarne Gospels rendered the town a pivotal and sacred site in the North East, serving as the residence for nine Bishops and a destination for Kings. As we proceed to Riverside Park, we will enjoy views of Lumley Castle and the International Cricket Ground. On our return to the town, we will highlight its significance in the development of the stagecoach and rail networks during the 18th and 19th centuries.