Open-air theatres · North West England
Chester Storyhouse
In or near Chester.
arts centre (theatre, cinema, library) in Chester, England, incorporating the former Odeon Cinema
Dennis Turner — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Grosvenor Park Miniature Railway · 0.8 km
- Free entry
About
Chester Storyhouse is a open-air theatre located in wales north. A British open-air theatre presenting summer-season productions in a garden, park, ruin or natural amphitheatre setting. arts centre (theatre, cinema, library) in Chester, England, incorporating the former Odeon Cinema
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Official information
Chester Storyhouse is a community-focused venue that combines a library, theatres, and an independent cinema. Visitors can enjoy a variety of performances, films, and literary events in a creative social space.
Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Dee (England) SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Chester Storyhouse is an open-air theatre located in North Wales, established in 1936. Designed by architect Harry Weedon, it serves as a cultural venue for various performances and events. The theatre's outdoor setting enhances the experience of live shows, attracting both local and visiting audiences. Its historical significance adds to the character of the surrounding area.
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- Coordinates
- 53.1927, -2.8932
- District
- Cheshire West and Chester
- Parish
- Cheshire West and Chester, unparished area
- Postcode
- CH1 2HQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Chester North and Neston
- Established
- 1936
- Nearest railway station
- Grosvenor Park Miniature Railway — 0.8 km
- Opening
- Daily 8am–11pm; from 9.30am on Sundays
- Official site
- www.storyhouse.com
Sources
- wikidata: Q26656956 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Chester Storyhouse?
- Chester Storyhouse is in North Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CH1 2HQ), in the parish of Cheshire West and Chester, unparished area.
- What is Chester Storyhouse?
- arts centre (theatre, cinema, library) in Chester, England, incorporating the former Odeon Cinema
- How do I get to Chester Storyhouse?
- The nearest railway station is Grosvenor Park Miniature Railway, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode CH1 2HQ.
- When was Chester Storyhouse built?
- Built or established in 1936. Designed by Harry Weedon.
- Is Chester Storyhouse a protected site?
- Yes — Chester Storyhouse is part of the River Dee (England) SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- How do I get to Chester Storyhouse?
- The nearest railway station is Grosvenor Park Miniature Railway, about 0.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CH1 2HQ.